5516 Colonial Oaks Drive
Apex, NC 27539Beautiful home in one of Apex's most convenient locations — desirable Fair Oaks subdivision with NO city taxes! Situated on a spacious 0.61-acre lot with mature landscaping and a flat, fenced backyard, this home offers the perfect blend of comfort, functionality, and outdoor living. Featuring 4 bedrooms plus a third-floor bonus room, designated office, sunroom, and a 2-car garage, there's room for everyone. Major updates include a new roof in 2023 and HVAC for 2nd and 3rd floors in 2025. The main level showcases beautiful hardwood floors, a large family room with cozy fireplace and abundant natural light, flowing seamlessly into a beautifully upgraded kitchen with granite countertops, gas range, center island, ample cabinetry, and a charming breakfast area. A dedicated office and bright sunroom provide flexible living and work-from-home options. Elegant details throughout include plantation shutters, crown molding, wainscoting, tray ceiling, recessed lighting, and a laundry room with sink. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite features a large walk-in closet and a well-appointed bath with double vanity, soaking tub, and separate walk-in shower. Three additional bedrooms and a full bath complete the second floor, while the third-floor bonus room offers endless possibilities for recreation, media, or guest space. Enjoy outdoor living with a large wooden deck, paver patio, and expansive fenced backyard — perfect for entertaining, relaxing, or play — plus a large storage shed. Conveniently located near Hwy 55, I-540 and Sunset Lake Rd with easy access to shopping, dining and entertainment. Schedule your showing today!
$750,000
4 bedrooms
2 full, 2 half bathrooms
0.61 acres
3,424 square feet
$219 per square foot
- Exterior Features
- Interior Features
- Property Features
- Attached Garage Y/N Yes
- Construction Materials Fiber Cement, Stone, Vinyl Siding
- Exterior Features Fenced Yard, Rain Gutters
- Fencing Back Yard
- Garage Y/N Yes
- Lot Size Acres 0.61
- Other Structures Shed(s)
- Parking Features Garage
- Patio And Porch Features Deck, Front Porch, Patio
- Structure Type Site Built
- Above Grade Finished Area 3,424
- Appliances Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
- Cooling Central Air
- Cooling Y/N Yes
- Flooring Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Heating Y/N Yes
- Interior Features Bathtub Only, Bathtub/Shower Combination, Bookcases, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, Granite Counters, Pantry, Separate Shower, Shower Only, Soaking Tub, Storage, Tray Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower
- Laundry Features Laundry Room, Main Level
- Rooms Total 13
- Association Fee Frequency Annually
- Association Fee Includes Maintenance Grounds
- Association Y/N Yes
- Lot Features Back Yard, Few Trees, Landscaped, Open Lot
- Tax Annual Amount 4122.61
- Water Source Public
- Year Built 2003
Additional Property Information
- TypeSingle Family Residence
- Built2003
- NeighborhoodFair Oaks
- CountyWake
- AreaApex
- Elementary SchoolWake - Holly Springs
- Middle SchoolWake - Holly Ridge
- High SchoolWake - Felton Grove
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