Apex
Apex is a captivating town that earned its name due to its location at the highest elevation along the Chatham Railroad. Well known for its charming downtown and historic homes, this town has garnered an estimated population of 75,187 residents. This town attracts many to “The Peak of Good Living” due to its proximity to the technological hub known as the Research Triangle Park and its abundance of recreational activities. Apex is also well known for its highly ranked schools within Wake County Schools. Apex truly provides the best of both worlds with its small-town feel and convenient commutes to the flourishing RTP.
- In 2023, Niche ranked Apex within the top 10 Best places to live in North Carolina.
- Niche ranks Apex #1 for the Best Suburbs to Buy a House in Wake County (2023)
- For two consecutive years, Apex has ranked within the top 3 Best Suburbs to Raise a Family in North Carolina (2022-2023)
- Apex has been ranked first place for the Safest City in North Carolina by MoneyGeek.
- US News ranks Apex as the # 3 Best Place to Live in the RDU area (2023-2024).
- In 2018, Realtor.com ranked Apex as the #1 Fastest Growing Suburb in the United States.
- In 2017, Realtor.com ranked Apex within the top 10 Suburban Hotspot in the United States.
- Niche ranked Apex the #3 Best Suburb to Live in NC in 2017.
- In 2015, Apex was ranked #1 for the Best Places to Live in America by Time/Money Magazine.
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