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5312 Serene Forest Dr Apex, NC 27539

$801,000

CLOSED

Beds

Baths

Sqft

3,515

Acres

1.49

Year

2006

Close Date

Nov 22, 2021

Property Type

Residential

Sub Type

Single Family Residence

Per Square Foot

$228

Date Listed

Oct 12, 2021

Description of 5312 Serene Forest Dr, Apex, NC 27539

Listing details for 5312 Serene Forest Dr, Apex, NC 27539 : A truly special, custom estate home on a 1.5 acre, private lot. Discerning buyers will appreciate the superior craftsmanship & mix of warm, traditional moldings combined w/ modern updates & finishes throughout. NEW roof; Ideal layout has Master & Guest BR or Study w/ Full Bath on main. Wide plank hardwoods; Plantation shutters on ALL windows; Lots of NEW lighting; Bonus Rm w/ Balcony; Large BRs; Loads of storage in WI Attics; Enjoy amazing outdoor living on the spacious Screen Prch & Patio w/ stone flrs.

Listing Updated : 06-19-2026 at 11:39 PM EDT

Property Details

Property Overview

Listing Price

$715,000

MLS #ID

2413317

Close Price

$801,000

Close Date

Nov 22, 2021

Bedrooms

Bathrooms

Square Footage

3,515

Acres

1.49

Year

2006

Days on Site

763 Days

Property Type

Residential

Property Sub Type

Single-Family

Price per Sq Ft

$228

Date Listed

Oct 12, 2021

Location

Street Address

5312 Serene Forest Dr

City

Apex

State

North Carolina

ZIP Code

27539

County

Wake

Neighborhood / Subdivision

West Lake

Driving Directions

South on Kildaire Farm Rd. to LEFT on Ten-Ten Rd.; RIGHT on West Lake Rd.; RIGHT on Serene Forest Rd.; Home on RIGHT.

Schools

Elementary School

West Lake

Middle School

West Lake

High School

Middle Creek

Home Specification

Bedrooms

Bathrooms

4 Full

Total Square Feet

3,515

Construction / Architecture

Year Built

2006

Style

Transitional

Construction Materials

Fiber Cement

New Construction

Price per Sq Ft

$228

Builder Name

Starcraft Builders

Lot Features

Hardwood Trees, Landscaped and Wooded

Lot Size (Acres)

1.49

Lot Dimensions

Irregular - see survey

Interior Details

Interior Features

Bathtub/Shower Combination, Bookcases, Pantry, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Central Vacuum, Coffered Ceiling(s), Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Master Downstairs, Smart Light(s), Storage, Tray Ceiling(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower, Water Closet, Wet Bar, Whirlpool Tub and Wired for Sound

Appliances

Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Plumbed For Ice Maker and Oven

Flooring

Carpet, Hardwood and Tile

Fireplace

Yes

Fireplace Count

Fireplace Features

Family Room and Gas Log

Heating

Forced Air, Natural Gas and Zoned

Cooling

Central Air, Heat Pump and Zoned

Exterior Details

Garage

Yes

Garage Spaces

Parking Features

Attached, Concrete, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener and Garage Faces Side

Patio & Porch Features

Covered, Patio, Porch and Screened

Exterior Features

Lighting and Rain Gutters

Fencing

None

Water Source

Public

Sewer

Public Sewer

Community Features

Playground and Pool

Taxes, HOA & Financing

HOA Fee

$315 Semi-Annually

HOA Frequency

Semi-Annually

HOA Fee Includes

Storm Water Maintenance

Association Amenities

Pool

Room Details

Room Type	Level
Entrance Hall	Main
Dining Room	Main
Family Room	Main
Kitchen	Main
Breakfast Room	Main
Primary Bedroom	Main
Bedroom 2	Main
Bedroom 3	Second
Bedroom 4	Second
Bedroom 5	Second
Utility Room	Main
Bonus Room	Second
Other	Second
Other	Second
Bathroom 2	Main

Listing Provided By

Christy Mroczkiewicz, 919-961-1507, Compass -- Cary

Properties displayed may be listed or sold by various participants in the MLS

Source

Triangle, MLS, MLS#: 2413317

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$787K – $943K

Exact number$2,845,000

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What's this home worth?

National portals guess with an algorithm. We price it from actual closed sales on your street.

Your home value estimate

$787K – $943K

Exact number$2,845,000

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Property History

DateEventPrice

11/22/2021

Sold

$801,000

$228/sqft

Source:

Triangle, MLS #2413317

10/12/2021

Listed for sale

—

Source:

Triangle, MLS #2413317

7/20/2017

Sold

$520,000

$148/sqft

Source:

Triangle, MLS #2124997

4/28/2017

Listed for sale

—

Source:

Triangle, MLS #2124997

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What's this home worth?

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Your home value estimate

$787K – $943K

Exact number$2,845,000

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