The Ballast on Salem
1821 Chatham Flats Dr,
Apex, NC 27502
$1,455 - $2,885
1-3 Beds
Apex
Apex, NC
Area Guide
The aptly-named Apex is one of the nation's top locations.
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Strong Economy
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Historic Downtown
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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.
Rent Trends
As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Apex, NC is $1,374 for a studio, $1,403 for one bedroom, $1,665 for two bedrooms, and $2,103 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Apex has decreased by -2.5% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,403/month
804 Sq Ft
House
$2,550/month
2,102 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,037/month
1,969 Sq Ft
Transportation
31
Car-Dependent
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.
1
Minimal Transit
out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
30
Somewhat Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
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.
Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
778 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
982 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
949 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
782 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
735 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,071 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
995 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
905 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
877 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,772 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,500 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,659 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- American Tobacco Trail
- Stevens Nature Center at Hemlock Bluffs
- New Hope Valley Railway
- Harris Lake County Park
- Bass Lake Park & Retreat Center
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 November 2025.