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New Home for 2012?
Posted: December 22, 2011
There are millions of people who have a goal for 2012 that includes building a new home. They know that home prices are affordable, they’ve looked at all of the foreclosed homes that need TONS of repairs… and they know that for them, the best option is a NEW home. One that has enough room across the bedroom wall for their antique dresser, or has a little step built into the cabinet in the bath for the little ones to use! A home that has THEIR kitchen…
If you are one of those goal setters – there are a few things you might want to start doing NOW to make that dream happen – and you don’t have to wait for New Years!
On your checklist, you should definitely include these 3 things:
1. Check your credit. Unfortunately, the free credit reports you can get annually will not give you the full picture that you need to purchase a home. Mortgage Credit reports take a little more into consideration, so it’s best to talk to a lender and get them to go over your report with you. Together with the loan officer, you can catch and correct any items that need attention.
Go over mortgage plans. You can read a bunch of articles about mortgages and get yourself pretty far down the path toward qualifying for a home loan, but you can only get a personalized action plan for a smooth road ‘home’ by talking with a local mortgage broker and having them assess your basic financials. They might say you need to move funds around, pay a bill down or off or produce some sort of documentation from your employer. And the time to start all that is now. There are several first time homebuyer programs available through NC Housing Finance Agency, and we’ll be glad to refer you to a lender who offers these programs.
2. Do your research. People moving to the Triangle, don’t know if they want to live in Apex, Cary, North Raleigh, Holly Springs.. so go look at the neighborhoods. Look at the areas AROUND the neighborhood, and ask yourself if living close enough to walk to Community Centers, Arts, Shops and wonderful Resturants is important! (we think so too!)
Look at neighborhoods in all parts of the Triangle. Once you narrow things down and start speaking to local agents, ask them to brief you on the local market dynamics, including how long homes typically stay on the market and whether they generally go for more or less than the asking price, so you can be smart about how you search. You want to be certain you are looking at both the New Home Prices in that area – and the Existing Home Prices in the area. (And yes, Virginia, there are areas where homes sell for more than asking, even as we speak!)
· What you get for the money. Online house hunting is a powerful tool – especially when it’s chilly out! But there comes a point in your house hunt where you’ve got to just get out into the actual physical homes you’re seeing online in order to get a sense of the area, to be certain you are comparing “apples to apples” when it comes to what each builder is offering, which features are included, and what it will cost to make the changes you want to make to the floorplan.
3. Fluff up your cash cushion. So, you’ve saved up your 3.5 percent down payment. Perhaps you saved a little extra for closing costs. Or maybe you’re even one of those uber-aggressive 20-percent-down-ers. No matter how much you’ve saved, you’ll find that you could use more once you activate your home buying action plan. Mark my words – after closing, you’ll crave extra cash to do buy some new furniture, window treatments, or patio furniture for your new porch! Start putting some more aside now in order to minimize your anxiety about depleting your savings!
So, if homebuying is on your personal 2012 action plan, don’t go hog wild on holiday gifts. Instead, wait until next year and give yourself the gift of a home… and instead of going to see a movie, or out to dinner… come see all of the beautiful new homes in Apex at the Villages of Apex!
Christmas at Villages of Apex in 2011
Posted: December 17, 2011
It’s beginning to look a lot like The Holidays at the Villages of Apex! Many of the New Homes here are decorated, and it’s a very festive place to be!
The Villages of Apex is holding a Christmas Party for the Residents on December 20th at the Club House! There will be Hors d’oeuvres, Cocktails and fun times for all! The merriment starts at 7 and the Club house is already decorated with a beautiful tree!
Many of the new home custom builders for The Villages of Apex will be at the Party, along with some of the sales staff.
Remember, if you are considering a new home in Apex, visit us! The Luxury Apartments just opened this month, and we can find the perfect place for you to live while you watch you new custom home being built!
See some more great December 2011 pictures of The Villages of Apex
More of The Apex Peakway Open
Posted: December 16, 2011
Another section of The Apex Peakway is open, and it’s right next to The Villages of Apex! The portion of the Peakway that runs between Old Raleigh Road and Laura Duncan started construction in August, and was completed ahead of the expected time!
“We are excited to open this new portion of the Apex Peakway,” said Mayor Keith Weatherly. “This route will enable drivers to bypass congestion in the central business district and avoid the majority of the train traffic, and give our citizens an easier method to reach the major thoroughfares of S.R. 1010, Old Raleigh, Laura Duncan, Salem Street, (N.C.) 55, Olive Chapel Road and Old U.S. 1.”
You can see from the Red Area from the Map below that the completed portion is very convenient for The Village of Apex Residents… although, it’s not like Apex has any great traffic issues!
Interested in living near Historic Downtown Apex? Come visit the Villages of Apex! We have great new home builders ready to build the new home of your dreams!
ExperienceOne Homes Offers Incentives
Posted: December 15, 2011
ExperienceOne Homes is offering a 50% discount on all Upgrades for folks purchasing one the homes in their Charleston Collection in The Villages of Apex! This is a tremendous incentive and is only offered for a limited time. The homes already come with a huge list of beautiful features! You can contact them at 919.249.7008.
The owners of ExprienceOne Homes have been building quality new homes in the Raleigh, NC area since 1987. With over 3,000 distinctive homes built in the Triangle, ExperienceOne has a commitment to excellence that has earned more design and marketing awards than all other Raleigh home builders.
The Charleston Collection at The Villages of Apex includes single-family homes with floor plans for homes that range from 1,744 to 2,392 sq. ft. Each of the homes also has a 2 car garage that you can access from the back of the home. These houses have 15 different exterior design choices, and there are currently several different designs in various stages of construction.
Come find your new home in Apex at The Villages of Apex!
Villages of Apex In Top 5 of The Triangle!
Posted: December 13, 2011
The T.A.R.R. report is one of the most authoritative reviews of Real Estate in the Triangle. It gives an historical perspective about what home prices are selling, what areas of the Triangle have the most closings, and it takes a close look at New Home Sales in Wake, Johnston, Durham and Orange Counties.
In most categories, The Villages of Apex ranks as one of the TOP Subdivisions showing activity from prospective home buyers! Ranking 3rd in the most recent report – The Villages of Apex is a very desirable destination for those interested in purchasing a new home.
Current inventory includes 23 homes, many of which are ready to move in from our New Home Builders! There are many different styles and features to chose from, and some of the custom home builders are offering zero lot line, first floor master and ranch homes with low maintenance lawns.
Located within a few steps of Historic Downtown Apex, with it’s highly ranked restaurants, beautiful boutiques and art galleries. In addition to being so close to the wonderful downtown venues, the Community is located across the street from the Apex Community Center, with many classes available for familes. There’s also newly completed Soccer and Baseball fields ready for games at night with lights that shine on the field.
Seniors and Active 55+ residents have so much to do, with special classes and activities available. Plus, the Historic Society in Apex has a museum of rural life and renovation projects going on!
Luxury Apartments opened at the beginning of December at The Villages of Apex, and if you choose to build a new home at The Villages of Apex, you can live just a few feet away, and watch your home being built each day!
Yes, it’s an exciting time to purchase a new home at The Villages of Apex! If you are in the area, stop by, we’d love to show you around!
Christmas Parade in Downtown Apex NC
Posted: December 6, 2011
The Villages of Apex was the “staging area for the Apex Christmas Parade on December 3rd, 2011. The Parade is always so much fun, because it starts at 5pm, and most of the floats throw candy into the crowds!
Do you recognize any of the folks in the parade?
Living in The Villages of Apex is wonderful, there’s always so much going on!
Historic Apex Holiday Home Tours
Posted: December 2, 2011
The Historic Society in Apex is holding it’s 25th Annual Holiday Home Tour. The Tour will be on December 5th, 2011 from 1 until 5.
This year the Tour will include the Harward – Deal House built in 1915. Over the years, the home was turned into a duplex. In 2010, the Deal’s purchased the home, and began the process of gutting the home and bringing it back to it’s former floorplan and charm using original materials of the time.
The 1870′s Farm House on Olive Chapel Road is the home of the Apex Historical Society. The Maynard-Pearson House, after years of renovation is now used as a museum of rural living which offers educational tours for adults and children.
The Union Station in Historic Downtown Apex, across from Common Grounds, is also going to be open to the public. 305 S Hughes St. will also be open. This home was built in 1901, and when there was a major leak earlier in 2011 – the current owner made extensive repairs, stripping out linoleum to reveal aged pine floors and putting in a claw footed tub!
Kim Crenshaw Photography – is housed in a 1928 home that was moved to it’s current position outside of Hadden Hall. This property was once the home and offices for Dr. Charles Bryan.
The Historical Society is made up of two important focuses. Apex Historical Society and the Maynard Pearson House Trust are both important missions of the group. It is a non-profit, membership-supported organization dedicated to preserving, protecting and promoting the history of Apex. The Apex Histoical Society is another reason so many people love living in the news homes at The Villages of Apex!
It’s a full weekend in Apex with the Christmas Parade happening on Saturday night! If you are in the area, stop by and see us! The Villages of Apex will be the Staging area for the Parade.
Fun Event in Downtown Apex
Posted: November 5, 2011
Flaunt Boutique in Downtown Apex decided to start it’s own version of Real Housewives style events! Last Week they hosted the first Real Housewives of the Triangle event at their store!
Do you love shopping and hanging out in Downtown Apex? You’ll love The Villages of Apex too! We are conveniently located just steps away from the boutiques in Apex, the great Restaurants in Apex, and the Activities at the Apex Community Center! We are pleased to now offer Luxury Apartments in Apex and custom new homes built by the best new home builders in Raleigh!
Village Summit Apartments in Apex, NC
Posted: November 1, 2011
The Villages of Apex is proud to offer Luxury Apartments! The Village Summit Apartments offer One, Two, and Three Bedroom Apartment Homes with granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances AND a washer and dryer! Rent on these units start under $820!
Great news! They Allow Pets! There’s No weight limit, however there are Breed restrictions. Maximum of 2 pets. $100 Pet Deposit, $200 One Time Pet Fee (non-refundable).
Community Amenities
The Grand Clubhouse offers a Gourmet Coffee Bar, Cardio Room with Flat Screen Televisions, Flex Studio, Game Room with Wii, PS3, and Xbox, Cozy Gathering Areas, Computer Work Stations and iPad Checkout!
There’s also a comfortable Grilling Area, an Outdoor Fireplace that includes a Living Space, Swimming Pool with Cabanas and
Poolside WiFi Access!
Location, Location
In addition to all of these great amenities, Village Summit Apartments in Apex is located close to the RTP, Cary, Raleigh and just a few steps from downtown Apex!
You will also be less than a mile from The Halle Cultural Arts Center, which consistently offers entertainment for all ages, and the Apex Community Center, which offers classes and Open Gym opportunites too!
If you need more information on these great apartments for rent in Apex, give them a call at 888-409-6074.
You can also contact us by filling out a question below! We hate spam and would never share your information with anyone outside of The Villages of Apex! We look forward to meeting you!
Vanderbilt Homes at Villages of Apex
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Homesite 12, on Millhopper at The Villages of Apex is a new home being built by Vanderbilt Homes. The 2,660 square foot home is listed at $314,990, and has a 4th bedroom downstairs! This is a very open floor plan, and we know the new owner will appreciate the generous porches too!
Living so near to downtown Apex has it’s benefits!
- Great Activities for Adults at the Apex Community Center
- Many Fun Things To Do With Kids in Apex
- Active 55+ Seniors in Apex benefit from Activities at the Apex Community Center
- Lots of Specialty Boutiques in Downtown Apex
- Great Restaurants in Downtown Apex
Yep! These custom new homes in Apex have easy access to RTP, Downtown Raleigh, Cary – and best of all just steps away from Historic Downtown Apex! This Vanderbilt Home is being marketed by Vanderbilt Realty 919-830-0104
