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$382,712$285 / 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 87How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $119,500 on Dec 31, 1996

8601 CAVATINA CT

APEX, NC 27539
2
Baths
1,344 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.
1.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1985
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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.

Valuation

$383K
$332K low$433K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$119,500 · Dec 31, 1996

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,379 (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.$368,822 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$148,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$220,322
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$368,822
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$368,822

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.20
44
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
15
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.10 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.1995
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.20
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.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 80 ft²Porch · 40 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 · 2.0 mi
E
Yates Mill Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 4.9 mi
M
Dillard Drive Magnet Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.9 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

8601 Cavatina Ct 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 84% of homes in Apex 27539
  • Costs more per square foot than 84% of homes in Apex 27539
  • Smaller than 90% of homes in Apex 27539
  • Has a bigger lot than 94% of homes in Wake County
  • Older than 86% 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.

This home
$265K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 16% 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$382,712
CheaperTypical $607,288Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$285
CheaperTypical $236Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Living area1,344 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,494 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Lot size1.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.36 acBigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Year built1985
OlderTypical 2006Newer

Newer than 14% of homes nearby

How 8601 Cavatina Ct ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeApex 27539Wake County
Estimated valuepricier than$382,71216% of homes34% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$28584% of homes82% of homes
Living areabigger than1,344 ft²10% of homes15% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.2 ac91% of homes94% of homes
Year builtnewer than198514% of homes23% of homes

About 8601 Cavatina Ct

How much is 8601 Cavatina Ct, Apex, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8601 Cavatina Ct, Apex, NC is $382,712 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $332,188 to $433,236. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8601 Cavatina Ct, Apex, NC last sell?

8601 Cavatina Ct, Apex, NC last sold on Dec 31, 1996 for $119,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8601 Cavatina Ct, Apex, NC?

8601 Cavatina Ct, Apex, NC has 2 bathrooms, 1,344 square feet of living space and a 1.20-acre lot.

When was 8601 Cavatina Ct, Apex, NC built?

8601 Cavatina Ct, Apex, NC was built in 1985, making it 41 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 8601 Cavatina Ct, Apex, NC?

8601 Cavatina Ct, 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 8601 Cavatina Ct, Apex, NC compare to other homes in Apex 27539?

Among the 9,128 homes in Apex 27539, it is worth more than 16% of them ($382,712 against a typical $607,288), its price per square foot is higher than 84% of them ($285 against a typical $236), it is bigger than 10% of them (1,344 ft² against a typical 2,494 ft²), its lot is bigger than 91% of them (1.2 ac against a typical 0.36 ac) and it is newer than 14% of them (1985 against a typical 2006). Measured against all of Wake County, it is worth more than 34% 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 8601 Cavatina Ct, Apex, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8601 Cavatina Ct, Apex, NC was $2,379. The county assessed it at $368,822.

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