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Walnut Investment Properties, LLC brings you and your customers NEARLY 5.8 ACRES OF PRIVACY, CHARACTER & ENDLESS POSSIBILITIES! Discover a rare opportunity to own a spacious mid-century modern ranch-style home nestled among mature trees in southern Wake County. Offering approximately 2,867 square feet of main-level living space, this home features 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, spacious living and entertaining areas, and two fireplaces. The approximately 1,100-square-foot finished basement provides additional flexible living space, including 2 rooms previously used as bedrooms, a full bathroom, den, and kitchenette. CAR ENTHUSIASTS AND HOBBYISTS TAKE NOTE! The property includes an attached two-car garage and a detached two-car garage, providing generous space for vehicles, storage, projects, and hobbies. A large wood deck overlooks the natural wooded surroundings. The approximately 5.77-acre property offers an appealing combination of mature hardwoods, wooded privacy, and an open area well-suited for gardening, landscaping, or outdoor activities. Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of a larger acreage property while remaining conveniently located near Apex, Holly Springs, Cary, and Raleigh. RENOVATE, REIMAGINE, OR START FRESH! This mid-century modern home is in need of significant updating, repairs, and modernization, but its spacious floor plan and architectural character present exciting possibilities for buyers with vision. Restore and transform the existing residence into a distinctive mid-century modern retreat, or consider removing the existing improvements and constructing a new custom home on this beautiful 5.77-acre setting, subject to applicable zoning, permitting, and site requirements. Whether your dream is to restore a classic home, create a private wooded retreat, or build a custom residence surrounded by nature, this unique property offers an opportunity that is increasingly difficult to find in southern Wake County. IMPORTANT PROPERTY INFORMATION: Property is served by a private well and septic system. The septic permit could not be located for review. Buyers are encouraged to independently verify septic system capacity, permitting, condition, and suitability for their intended use. Any proposed demolition, new construction, or redevelopment is subject to applicable governmental approvals, zoning restrictions, site conditions, and permitting requirements. Property and improvements are being offered in their present condition. Walnut Investment Properties, LLC is the parent company. Christopher Shaw Real Estate Services is a DBA. Walnut Investment Properties, LLC does not maintain a trust account. The backyard is very steep. Proceed with caution as its a good drop down to the creek.
Single-familyProperty Type
1981Year Built
5.77 acresLot Size
$195Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Christopher Shaw• Christopher Shaw Real Estate S
The R-30 districts are known as non-watershed residential districts. These districts allow a range of very-low to moderate-density residential development and various building forms, depending on the specific district. A limited number of nonresidential uses are also allowed. Some nonresidential uses are permitted by-right; others are allowed only within designated activity centers and then only if the Board of Adjustment first reviews and approves a site plan and Special Use Permit for such use.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Educational/school
Library
Golf related
Housing-Mobile home park
Park & open space
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 105° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
56% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Apex, NC • 27539
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Sun exposure
94/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Apex. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 4200 Optimist Farm Rd
$755,569
$19K under list price of $775K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $721K to $780K.