The Depot at North Salem
2200 Candun Dr,
Apex, NC 27523
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Apex
Apex, NC Area Guide
The aptly-named Apex is one of the nation's top locations.
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Welcome to Apex, North Carolina, located in the heart of the Triangle region. This historic suburb of Raleigh combines traditional charm with contemporary living. The downtown historic district features preserved architecture, including the Apex Union Depot, which serves as the Chamber of Commerce. Outdoor recreation opportunities abound at Apex Nature Park and Pleasant Park, known for its distinctive playground equipment. Housing options span from downtown properties to newer developments near the Beaver Creek shopping district. Current rental rates range from $1,436 for one-bedroom units to $2,093 for three-bedroom homes, with most categories showing slight decreases over the past year.
The community of over 58,000 residents enjoys year-round events and activities. PeakFest, held downtown each May, brings together more than 200 vendors for a day of food, arts, and entertainment. The historic Halle Cultural Arts Center offers theater productions and art exhibitions throughout the year. The area is served by the Wake County Public School System, with multiple schools at all levels. The town's name reflects its geographic significance as the highest point along the historic Chatham Railroad line.
Explore the City
Some residents of Apex prefer traditional brick townhomes.
There is ample seating at Scratch Kitchen & Taproom in Apex.
There is a large lake with a dock at Seagroves Farm Park in Apex.
Not far from Beaver Creek, downtown Apex feels like a small town.
The 160-acre Apex Community Park, located in the northeastern corner of Apex.
Apex Community Park
Rent Trends
As of March 2026, the average apartment rent in Apex, NC is $1,379 for a studio, $1,436 for one bedroom, $1,714 for two bedrooms, and $2,144 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Apex has decreased by -0.9% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,436/month
802 Sq Ft
House
$2,430/month
2,014 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,144/month
1,498 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Apex, NC is for everyday living.
Car-Dependent
31
/ 100
This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.
Minimal Transit
1
/ 100
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
Somewhat Bikeable
30
/ 100
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.
Scores provided by Walk Score
Schools
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School data provided by
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The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- American Tobacco Trail
- Stevens Nature Center at Hemlock Bluffs
- Crowder District Park
- Lake Crabtree County Park
- Swift Creek Bluffs Nature Preserve
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
- Raleigh-Durham International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.