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$487,310$324 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 91How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $37,500 on Jan 1, 1987

8020 MERRIMAC DR

APEX, NC 27539
2
Baths
1,504 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
1.07 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1976
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$487K
$443K low$532K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$37,500 · Jan 1, 1987

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,614 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$405,490 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$200,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$205,490
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$405,490
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$405,490

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.12
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
17
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
45
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyWake
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1981
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.07
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Raised (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 192 ft²

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

H
Middle Creek High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.7 mi
E
Yates Mill Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.6 mi
M
Dillard Drive Magnet Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.7 mi

District: Wake County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27539These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.69
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.44

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.41%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.37,029
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,126 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$131,624
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$151,769
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

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How this home compares

8020 Merrimac Dr measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 67% of homes in Apex 27539
  • Costs more per square foot than 94% of homes in Apex 27539
  • Smaller than 86% of homes in Apex 27539
  • Has a bigger lot than 92% of homes in Wake County
  • Older than 96% of homes in Apex 27539

What homes are worth in Apex 27539

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$260K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 33% of homes in Apex 27539.

How it measures up in Apex 27539

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Apex 27539.

Estimated value$487,310
CheaperTypical $617,383Pricier

Pricier than 33% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$324
CheaperTypical $238Pricier

Pricier than 94% of homes nearby

Living area1,504 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,509 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Lot size1.07 ac
SmallerTypical 0.36 acBigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Year built1976
OlderTypical 2006Newer

Newer than 4% of homes nearby

How 8020 Merrimac Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeApex 27539Wake County
Estimated valuepricier than$487,31033% of homes52% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$32494% of homes90% of homes
Living areabigger than1,504 ft²14% of homes22% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.07 ac88% of homes92% of homes
Year builtnewer than19764% of homes14% of homes

About 8020 Merrimac Dr

How much is 8020 Merrimac Dr, Apex, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8020 Merrimac Dr, Apex, NC is $487,310 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $442,812 to $531,808. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8020 Merrimac Dr, Apex, NC last sell?

8020 Merrimac Dr, Apex, NC last sold on Jan 1, 1987 for $37,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8020 Merrimac Dr, Apex, NC?

8020 Merrimac Dr, Apex, NC has 2 bathrooms, 1,504 square feet of living space and a 1.07-acre lot.

When was 8020 Merrimac Dr, Apex, NC built?

8020 Merrimac Dr, Apex, NC was built in 1976, making it 50 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8020 Merrimac Dr, Apex, NC?

8020 Merrimac Dr, Apex, NC is assigned to Middle Creek High School (high), rated B+; Yates Mill Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Dillard Drive Magnet Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in Wake County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8020 Merrimac Dr, Apex, NC compare to other homes in Apex 27539?

Among the 9,126 homes in Apex 27539, it is worth more than 33% of them ($487,310 against a typical $617,383), its price per square foot is higher than 94% of them ($324 against a typical $238), it is bigger than 14% of them (1,504 ft² against a typical 2,509 ft²), its lot is bigger than 88% of them (1.07 ac against a typical 0.36 ac) and it is newer than 4% of them (1976 against a typical 2006). Measured against all of Wake County, it is worth more than 52% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 8020 Merrimac Dr, Apex, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8020 Merrimac Dr, Apex, NC was $2,614. The county assessed it at $405,490.

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