If you like the idea of living in a town with less stress and a "small town" atmosphere then you should consider Apex for your next home.  While the community is much like it was long ago it has now blossomed into a fantastic town with great local shopping, new residential areas surrounding the town, and direct access to major employment in the region.  

So, where did the name Apex come from?  The name "Apex" was adopted because the community was the highest point on the Chatham Railroad between Richmond, Virginia and Jacksonville, Florida. The Apex town motto, "Peak of Good Living" came from the fact that the town was the highest point on the Chatham Railroad.  

Location & proximity to Research Triangle Park - Many of the Triangle area residents commute into the RTP (Research Triangle Park) area.  Now that the widening of two major alternative routes (HWY 55 and Davis Drive) has been completed the commute into RTP is a quick 20 minute drive to the major employers in the area.  Apex is also a quick commute to the  RDU Airport and the  3 Major Universities in the area.     

Downtown Area   The downtown area has undergone a major streetscape renovation project that has successfully restored the downtown area and recaptured its historic flavor. This revitalized downtown district is on the National Register of Historic Places and is considered one of the best examples of a replicate turn-of-the-century railroad town. The stores in the downtown district now house new shops and businesses and many  still have the same look from long ago.    

Community Events - Most of the community events center around the downtown area.  The Apex Historical Society is host to a number of the local events including the Annual Peak Week Festival in May, 4^th of July downtown, Christmas on Salem Street, and the Annual Holiday Home Tour.  You can check the local calendar for more detailed events here.  

The Great Outdoors - When you think of North Carolina you think of tall pine trees, lakes, and enjoying the great outdoors. The main park in Apex a 160 Acre community park called Apex Community Park.  There are 3 Baseball Fields, 2 Batting Cages, 2 Soccer Fields, 3 Volleyball Courts, 6 Tennis  Courts, 4 Basketball Courts, children's playground and swings, over 3 miles of nature and fitness trails, picnic areas, shelter, and the 50 Acre lake.  Apex also has seven other area parks in the town itself with varying amenities.  There are also several greenways that are currently under construction with some phases already completed including the Beaver Creek Greenway, Haddon Hall Greenway, and Becket Crossing Greenway.   

Performing Arts   Apex has established their very own arts council (AAC) with the belief that the arts contribute to high quality of living and are an essential component to a vibrant economy.  The AAC has also played a strong role in the creation and opening of Apex's very own Academy for the Performing Arts and Cultural Center to further the artistic development of the community.  

Shopping Whether it's a quaint boutique or a national chain Apex has plenty of shopping and dining.  The downtown area is home to several quaint local boutique stores where my 17 year old daughter Jordan loves to shop.  If your on a tight budget then you may want to venture over to Beaver Creek shopping.  They've got a Super Target, Lowes, Circuit City, dining, and much more.  

Great Schools Apex is a part of the Wake County Public School System which is the 21^st largest school system in the country.  Wake County schools are consistently ranked as some of the best public schools in the country.  All of the Elementary and Middle Schools in Apex have gone to a year round school calendar to accommodate the growing number of students transferring into the area every year.  

Great Housing Market w/Reasonably Priced Real Estate - An average priced single family home in Apex will cost ~$250,000 with 3 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths, and a Two Car Garage.  Affordability is a key factor for new home buyers wanting to move into one of the best places to live in the country.  

Not to mention that the experts, Money Magazine, calls Apex, NC the #14 Best Small Town in America.