NOT LISTED FOR SALE

5333 Serene Forest Dr Apex, NC 27539

Middle Creek Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $718,000 - $770,119

4 Beds
4 Baths
2,975 Sq Ft
$253/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 13, 2023

Last sale price $719,000 $242 Per Sq Ft

Est. 5% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,651/month

11 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Clubhouse
  • Recreation Room
  • West Lake Elementary School Rated A
  • Deck
  • Wooded Lot

About This Home

As of December 2023

Beautiful home with Owner and Guest Bedrooms on the main level. Private yard backs to trees for shade and privacy. Brand new hardwoods in downstairs living areas and new carpet in bedrooms. Main floor also has a welcoming front porch, spacious living areas, and freshly stained screened porch. Upstairs you will find a huge bonus room, two additional bedrooms, and two full bathrooms. Walk in storage on the Second floor and in the tall Crawlspace offers such convenience. Enjoy your private backyard from the screened porch or the lower covered deck. So many options to relax and experience nature. Neighborhood offers pools and play areas in addition to a very convenient location near parks and the library. Welcome home!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Anne Wayne Prosser

Compass -- Cary License #275599 Listed on: 10/13/2023

Compass -- Cary

Last Buyer's Agent

Kimberly Conroy

Coldwell Banker HPW License #225356

Coldwell Banker HPW

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,795

Year Built

  • Built in 2013

Lot Details

  • 0.29 Acre Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • Landscaped with Trees

HOA Fees

  • $64 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Private Driveway

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Transitional Architecture
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick or Stone Mason
  • Stone

Interior Spaces

  • 2,975 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Bookcases
  • Tray Ceiling
  • Smooth Ceilings
  • High Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Insulated Windows
  • Blinds
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Breakfast Room
  • Dining Room
  • Recreation Room
  • Bonus Room
  • Screened Porch
  • Utility Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Crawl Space
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Butlers Pantry
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Plumbed For Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 4 Full Bathrooms
  • Double Vanity
  • Private Water Closet
  • Soaking Tub
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Shower Only in Primary Bathroom
  • Walk-in Shower

Accessible Home Design

  • Accessible Washer and Dryer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Rain Gutters

Schools

  • West Lake Elementary And Middle School
  • Middle Creek High School

Utilities

  • Zoned Heating and Cooling
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Gas Water Heater
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

Overview

  • First Service Residential Association
  • The Park At West Lake Subdivision

Amenities

  • Clubhouse

Recreation

  • Community Pool
  • Trails

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,795

Year Built

Built in 2013

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$64 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Year Built: 2013
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Subdivision Name: The Park At West Lake
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2975.0
  • Architectural Style: Craftsman, Traditional, Transitional
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • New Construction: No
  • Contract Information Ownership Type: Other
  • General Property Information Lot Size Dimensions: TBD
  • General Property Information Association Fee Required YN: Yes
  • General Property Information Basement YN: No
  • General Property Information Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Appliances Microwave: Yes
  • Architectural Style Transitional: Yes
  • Flooring Tile: Yes
  • Interior Features BathtubShower Combination: Yes
  • Interior Features Water Closet: Yes
  • Laundry Features Main Level: Yes
  • Security Features Smoke Detector(s): Yes
  • Sewer:Public Sewer: Yes
  • Structure Type Site Built: Yes
  • Water Source Public: Yes
  • Basement Walk-In Crawl Space: Yes
  • Cooling Zoned: Yes
  • Flooring Carpet: Yes
  • Flooring Ceramic Tile: Yes
  • Flooring Hardwood: Yes
  • Interior Features Separate Shower: Yes
  • Interior Features Smooth Ceilings: Yes
  • Levels Two: Yes
  • Lot Features Hardwood Trees: Yes
  • Room Types Bedroom 2 Level: M
  • Room Types Bedroom 3 Level: 2
  • Room Types Bedroom 4 Level: 2
  • Room Types Bonus Room: Yes
  • Room Types Dining Room2: Yes
  • Room Types Family Room2: Yes
  • Architectural Style Traditional: Yes
  • Room Types Primary Bedroom Level: M
  • Room Types Utility Room: Yes
  • Room Types Breakfast Room: Yes
  • Flooring Wood: Yes
  • Interior Features Bathtub Only: Yes
  • Interior Features Shower Only: Yes
  • Utilities Cable Available: Yes
  • Architectural Style Craftsman: Yes
  • General Property Information Senior Community YN: No
  • Room Types Recreation Room3: Yes
  • General Property Information Above Grade Finished Area: 2975.0
  • General Property Information Carport YN: No
  • General Property Information Lot Size Square Feet2: 12632.4
  • General Property Information Lot Size Acres: 0.29
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Combination, Hardwood, Tile, Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Bathtub Only, Bathtub/Shower Combination, Bookcases, Butler's Pantry, Ceiling Fan(s), Double Vanity, Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, High Speed Internet, Pantry, Primary Downstairs, Separate Shower, Shower Only, Smooth Ceilings, Soaking Tub, Tray Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Shower, Water Closet
  • Basement: Crawl Space, Walk-In Crawl Space
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Range Hood
  • Basement YN: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas Log
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 9
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes
  • Appliances:Gas Cooktop: Yes
  • Appliances:Plumbed For Ice Maker: Yes
  • Appliances:Range Hood: Yes
  • Community Features:Pool2: Yes
  • Interior Features:Ceiling Fan(s)2: Yes
  • Interior Features:Double Vanity: Yes
  • Interior Features:Entrance Foyer: Yes
  • Interior Features:Granite Counters: Yes
  • Interior Features:High Ceilings: Yes
  • Interior Features:Pantry: Yes
  • Interior Features:Primary Downstairs: Yes
  • Interior Features:Walk-In Closet(s): Yes
  • Interior Features:Walk-In Shower: Yes
  • Basement:Crawl Space: Yes
  • Community Features:Street Lights: Yes
  • Fireplace Features:Family Room: Yes
  • Interior Features:Eat-in Kitchen: Yes
  • Interior Features:Tray Ceiling(s): Yes
  • Fireplace Features:Gas Log: Yes
  • Appliances:Gas Water Heater: Yes
  • Interior Features:Soaking Tub: Yes
  • Interior Features:Bookcases: Yes
  • Interior Features:High Speed Internet: Yes
  • Attic Features:Walk-In Attic: Yes
  • Interior Features:Butler_squote_s Pantry: Yes
  • Fireplace Features:Fireplaces Total: 1

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters
  • Acres: 0.29
  • Construction Type: Fiber Cement, Stone
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Porch, Screened
  • Accessibility Features:Accessible WasherDryer: Yes
  • Construction Materials:Fiber Cement: Yes
  • Exterior Features:Rain Gutters: Yes
  • Lot Features:Landscaped: Yes
  • Patio and Porch Features:Porch: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features:Screened: Yes
  • Window Features:Blinds: Yes
  • Lot Features:Wooded: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features:Covered2: Yes
  • Construction Materials:Stone: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features:Deck2: Yes
  • Window Features:Insulated Windows: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Concrete, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener
  • Parking Features:Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features:Garage Door Opener: Yes
  • Parking Features:Concrete4: Yes
  • Parking Features:Driveway: Yes
  • General Property Information:Garage Spaces: 2.0

Utilities

  • Utilities: Cable Available
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Zoned
  • Cooling: Zoned
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • Heating:Natural Gas: Yes
  • Heating:Zoned2: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Pool, Street Lights
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Fee: 381.0
  • Association Fee Frequency: Semi-Annually
  • Association Name: First Service Residential
  • Association: Yes

Association/Amenities

  • General Property Information:Association Name: First Service Residential
  • Association Amenities:Pool: Yes
  • Association Amenities:Trail(s): Yes
  • Association Amenities:Clubhouse: Yes
  • General Property Information:Association YN: Yes
  • General Property Information:Association Fee: 381.0
  • General Property Information:Association Fee Frequency: Semi-Annually

Schools

  • Ninth Grade High School: Wake - Middle Creek
  • Middle Or Junior School: Wake - West Lake

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: TBD
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 12632.4
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 4795.0
  • Tax Year: 2023

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Wake - West Lake

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 13, 2023
Closed on
Dec 11, 2023
Sold by
Donkin Matthew C and Donkin Darlene M
Bought by
Lallos Christine and Mollin Daniel
Seller's Agent
Anne Wayne Prosser
Compass -- Cary
Buyer's Agent
Kimberly Conroy
Coldwell Banker HPW
List Price
$719,000
Sold Price
$719,000
Total Days on Market
11
Views
315
Current Estimated Value
$752,030

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$33,030
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.68%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 27, 2013
Sold by
Starcraft Builders Inc
Bought by
Donkin Matthew C and Donkin Darlene M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$60,000
Interest Rate
4.38%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 4, 2013
Sold by
Winslow Properties Development Co
Bought by
Starcraft Builders Inc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$286,200
Interest Rate
3.43%
Mortgage Type
Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Lallos Christine $719,000 None Listed On Document
Donkin Matthew C $400,000 None Available
Starcraft Builders Inc $75,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Donkin Matthew C $50,000
Previous Owner Donkin Matthew Campbell $354,500
Previous Owner Donkin Matthew C $314,000
Previous Owner Donkin Matthew C $60,000
Previous Owner Donkin Matthew C $320,000
Previous Owner Starcraft Builders Inc $286,200
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/13/2023 12/13/23 Sold $719,000 0.0% $242 / Sq Ft
10/24/2023 10/24/23 Pending -- -- --
10/13/2023 10/13/23 For Sale $719,000 -- $242 / Sq Ft
Source: Doorify MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $5,979 $710,656 $140,000 $570,656
2023 $4,795 $476,572 $70,000 $406,572
2022 $4,617 $476,572 $70,000 $406,572
2021 $4,524 $476,572 $70,000 $406,572
2020 $4,547 $476,572 $70,000 $406,572
2019 $4,614 $429,105 $72,000 $357,105
2018 $4,330 $429,105 $72,000 $357,105
2017 $4,161 $429,105 $72,000 $357,105
2016 $4,099 $429,105 $72,000 $357,105
2015 $4,038 $408,168 $52,000 $356,168
2014 $3,808 $52,000 $52,000 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Anne Wayne Prosser

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Anne Wayne Prosser

    Compass -- Cary

    (919) 272-0055

    6 in this area

    90 Total Sales

    Anne Wayne Prosser
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  • Kimberly Conroy

    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Kimberly Conroy

    Coldwell Banker HPW

    (919) 539-2860

    5 in this area

    148 Total Sales

    Kimberly Conroy
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Map

Source: Doorify MLS

MLS Number: 2537253

Doorify MLS

APN: 0669.02-85-8123-000

North Carolina Wake County Apex 27539 Middle Creek

5333 Serene Forest Dr, Apex, NC

This home is located at 5333 Serene Forest Dr, Apex, NC 27539 since 13 October 2023 and is currently estimated at $752,030, approximately $252 per square foot. This property was built in 2013. 5333 Serene Forest Dr is a home located in Wake County with nearby schools including West Lake Elementary School, West Lake Middle, and Middle Creek High.

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