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$400,000

4704 Meadow Lake Drive, Apex, NC 27539
Apex, NC 27539
Listed by Wesley Carter · Long & Foster Real Estate INC/Cary
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2
Living area
N/A
Year built
1978

About this home

Stunning log cabin nestled on a private 0.72-acre retreat just outside the Apex city limits! This truly one-of-a-kind property combines rustic charm with modern comfort in a peaceful, wooded setting. Beautiful exposed log walls welcome you into the spacious family room, featuring soaring cathedral ceilings and a stunning floor-to-ceiling stone masonry wood-burning fireplace. The cozy country kitchen comes complete with all appliances and offers picturesque views of the surrounding nature. The thoughtfully designed floor plan features all three bedrooms on the main level, with the private owner's suite separated from the secondary bedrooms for added comfort and privacy. Hardwood and tile flooring flow throughout the home, enhancing its timeless character. An oversized detached two-car garage with upgraded electrical service provides the perfect space for a workshop, hobbies, or additional storage. Step outside to the expansive rear deck overlooking the fenced backyard and tranquil wooded backdrop, an ideal setting for relaxing, entertaining, or enjoying the abundant wildlife. Additional upgrades include a fully encapsulated crawlspace with a dehumidifier and powered ventilation fan for added peace of mind. Conveniently located just minutes from the I-540 Outer Loop, you'll enjoy quick access to shopping, dining, and commuting while benefiting from no city taxes. This exceptional log cabin offers the perfect balance of privacy, convenience, and rustic elegance, a rare opportunity in the Apex area.

Highlights

Fireplace

Property details

MLS #
10183603
Property type
Single Family Residence
Subdivision
Meadow Lake
Status
Active
Days on market
72
On market date
August 1, 2026
Stories
N/A
Total bathrooms
2
Garage spaces
2
Parking spaces
4
Lot size
0.72 acres
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card (e.g. NC Dept. of Public Instruction, SC Report Card).

Elementary
West Lake Elementary
0.67 mi away · Grades -1-5
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
4.0
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: B (2025)
Enrollment
598
Student:teacher ratio
14.6:1
District
Wake County Schools
Middle
West Lake Middle
0.6 mi away · Grades 6-8
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
3.3
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: C (2025)
Enrollment
981
Student:teacher ratio
14.0:1
District
Wake County Schools
High
Middle Creek High
0.84 mi away · Grades 9-12
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
3.4
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: B (2025)
Enrollment
1,779
Student:teacher ratio
18.3:1
District
Wake County Schools

Walkability

Blended score for Apex's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).

23
Car-dependent
out of 100
EPA National Walkability Index
6.8 / 20 -- Below average walkable
Google Places amenity density
5 / 100
Restaurants & cafes0
Grocery stores0
Parks0
Schools1
Transit stops0
Pharmacies0

Market position

How this listing compares to current activity in Apex, from live MLS data.

On the market 72 days -- 33 fewer days than Apex's current average of 105 days.
For reference, the median list price across 498 active listings in Apex right now is $521,112.

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Est. monthly payment
$2,559/mo
$80,000 down
$320,000 loan
Principal & interest$2,076
Property tax (est.)$333
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by Doorify MLS via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated September 1, 2026.

Information herein deemed reliable but not guaranteed; all measurements, school assignments, HOA fees, taxes, and feature lists are approximate and should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.