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APEX, NC 27539

Real Estate Market Report
Buyer's Market
September 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

Data as of September 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The APEX, NC real estate market (27539) currently shows 172 active listings, with 75 pending sales. Homes are averaging 52 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 23 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 52 days on market compared to 50 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 1.8% year-over-year, from $599,250 to $609,995.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 27,212  ·  Density: 338.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $132,122

Typical home value: $444,035  ·  Homeownership: 82.3%

Market Overview

Active Listings
172
⇧ 15.4% vs 149 last year
Pending
75
44% pending ratio
Median Price
$609,995
⇧ 1.8% vs $599,250 last year
Average Price
$678,982
⇧ 2.7% vs $661,138 last year
Days on Market
52
⇧ 4% vs 50 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$224
⇩ 5.9% vs $238/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,783 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 172 this year vs 149 last year
  • Days on market: 52 now vs 50 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $609,995 (+1.8% YoY)
  • Average: $678,982 (+2.7% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 15.9 miles — 2,121 listings ($1,536,211,179 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
27539Apex, NC 275390.0 mi118$79,761,982$606,933$675,949
27540Holly Springs, NC 275405.7 mi165$107,850,270$650,000$653,638
27502Apex, NC 275026.2 mi179$113,193,514$537,500$632,366
27603Raleigh, NC 276038.5 mi293$158,423,049$449,999$540,693
27526Fuquay Varina, NC 275269.4 mi508$254,783,844$443,900$501,543
27519Cary, NC 2751910.0 mi179$133,837,047$602,250$747,693
27607Raleigh, NC 2760711.1 mi74$103,587,716$1,063,750$1,399,834
27605Raleigh, NC 2760511.8 mi42$23,552,088$383,725$560,764
27640Raleigh, NC 2764012.3 mi1$760,000$760,000$760,000
27608Raleigh, NC 2760813.0 mi80$117,852,720$1,198,750$1,473,159
27612Raleigh, NC 2761213.4 mi150$99,040,500$482,500$660,270
27609Raleigh, NC 2760915.3 mi149$231,025,096$795,000$1,550,504
27713Durham, NC 2771315.9 mi183$112,543,353$408,500$614,991

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in APEX, NC 27539?

As of September 2026, there are 172 active listings in APEX, NC (zip code 27539), compared to 149 the prior year.

What is the median home price in APEX, NC 27539?

The median listing price in APEX, NC 27539 is $609,995 as of September 2026, a 1.8% increase from $599,250 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in APEX, NC?

Homes in APEX, NC 27539 spend an average of 52 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 50 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in APEX, NC 27539?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of September 2026, APEX, NC 27539 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 23 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 52 days on market compared to 50 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in APEX, NC?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in APEX, NC 27539 save an estimated $12,200 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $609,995. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.