Five closed sales in 90 days reveal a stable $490K median price — but a $40,000 swing between top and bottom performers shows agent choice matters.
If you're watching the Apex, NC townhome market — or thinking about buying or selling in the Townes at North Salem subdivision — the numbers from the past 90 days tell a compelling story. Five closed sales between April and June 2026 paint a picture of a stable, well-priced community where smart positioning still matters, and where the brokerage representing your home can meaningfully impact your outcome.
This report breaks down the data behind every transaction, what it means for pricing strategy, and what buyers and sellers should expect heading into the second half of 2026.
The Headline Numbers: A Stable, Premium Townhome Market
Townes at North Salem is a newer construction townhome community — homes here were built between 2019 and 2021 — and that relative newness shows up directly in the pricing data. Over the past 90 days, the community posted these headline metrics:
- Median Close Price: $490,000
- Average Close Price: $496,500
- Price Range: $480,000 – $530,000 (a $50,000 spread)
- Median Price per Square Foot: $190.75
- Median Living Area: 2,544 sq ft
- Typical Home: 3 bedrooms, 3 full baths, 1 half bath
The tight $50,000 spread between the lowest and highest sale is actually a meaningful signal. It tells us this isn't a market where outlier deals distort the picture — pricing here is consistent, and buyers and sellers are operating with reasonably predictable expectations. For context, a $190.75 median price per square foot for a newer townhome in Apex remains competitive relative to the broader Triangle luxury and near-luxury townhome segment.
Brokerage Performance: Not All Representation Is Equal
One of the most actionable findings in this data set is the variation in outcomes across brokerages. With five transactions spread across four firms, the numbers are small — but the pattern is worth examining closely.
Keller Williams Legacy: Market Leader in Volume and Price
KW Legacy captured 40% of transactions (2 of 5 closed sales) and achieved the highest prices in the community during this period:
- Median and Average Close Price: $508,750
- Price Range: $487,500 – $530,000
- Median Price per Sq Ft: $203.62 — the highest in the market
- Median Living Area: 2,498 sq ft
Notably, one of the KW Legacy transactions was an in-house deal — meaning the same brokerage represented both the listing side and the buyer side. Whether that dual representation helped or hindered either party depends on how it was managed, but it does demonstrate that KW Legacy has both buyer and seller client depth in this specific community. Sellers who prioritize maximum price per square foot should take note of this track record.
EXP Realty LLC: Fastest Time to Close
The single EXP Realty LLC transaction in this window closed at $495,000 on a 2,595 sq ft home — translating to a price per square foot of $190.75, right at the market median. What stands out here is execution speed: this transaction closed in just 46 days from listing to closing, the fastest in the dataset. For sellers who prioritize a clean, fast transaction over squeezing out every last dollar, this is a relevant data point.
eXp Realty, LLC - C: Largest Home, Lowest Price Per Foot
This transaction involved the largest property sold in the 90-day window — 2,615 sq ft — but it achieved the lowest price per square foot at $187.38, closing at $490,000. The gap between size and price per foot suggests one of a few possibilities: fewer upgrades or finishes, deferred maintenance, or a pricing strategy that prioritized speed over premium. Buyers looking for value in this community should watch for similar configurations.
Intrust Realty, Inc.: Longest Days on Market
The Intrust Realty transaction posted the lowest absolute sale price at $480,000 on a 2,520 sq ft home — a price per square foot of $190.48, which is actually consistent with the market median. The outlier here is time: this property sat for 196 days before closing. That's a stark contrast to the 46-day close achieved by EXP Realty and signals that initial pricing, marketing strategy, or property condition likely required adjustment before a buyer committed. In a market where other homes are moving in under two months, 196 days is a flag that sellers and their agents should work hard to avoid.
What This Data Means for Buyers in Townes at North Salem
If you're a buyer targeting this community, here's how to read the market right now:
- Budget for $480K–$530K. That's the real range of what's trading. Anything listed significantly above $530K in this floor plan configuration would need meaningful differentiation — premium finishes, extra garage, or major upgrades — to justify the ask.
- Price per square foot of $187–$204 is the legitimate range. If you're comparing this community to others in the Apex area, use $190–$195 as a realistic benchmark for a well-maintained, standard-finish unit.
- Longer days on market can create negotiating leverage. That 196-day listing is a case study — properties that have lingered often have sellers who are more motivated to negotiate on price, closing costs, or repairs.
- These are newer homes (2019–2021 builds), which limits deferred maintenance risk. You're unlikely to face major mechanicals issues in the near term, which has real value when comparing to older resale townhomes in the Triangle.
What This Data Means for Sellers in Townes at North Salem
Sellers thinking about listing in this community have reason for cautious optimism — but the data also carries a warning:
- Pricing to the top of the range ($510K–$530K) is achievable, but only with the right representation. The $203.62 per square foot achieved by KW Legacy didn't happen by accident — it reflects agent expertise, buyer network, and likely strong presentation and marketing.
- Overpricing is a real risk. The 196-day listing that ultimately closed at $480K likely started higher and needed multiple reductions to find a buyer. In a community with this much price transparency, buyers and buyer's agents will quickly identify an overpriced listing.
- Your choice of agent has measurable dollar impact. The difference between the highest and lowest price per square foot in this dataset is roughly $16 per foot. On a 2,500 sq ft home, that's a $40,000 swing. Interview your listing agent with specific questions about their recent performance in this community and comparable townhome markets.
- Preparation matters. Homes that move quickly — in 46 days or less — are typically well-priced, well-staged, and well-marketed from day one. The cost of professional photography, light staging, and strategic pricing is minimal compared to the cost of sitting on market for six months.
The Bigger Picture: Apex Townhomes in 2026
Townes at North Salem doesn't exist in isolation. The broader Apex and western Triangle townhome market has been navigating the same dynamics affecting the Triangle as a whole in 2026: more inventory than the frenzied lows of 2021–2023, buyers with more negotiating power than they've had in years, and a bifurcated market where well-presented homes still move quickly while overpriced or under-marketed properties stagnate.
The fact that this community is producing consistent closings in the $480K–$530K range — with a median price holding firm at $490,000 — suggests underlying demand is healthy. Buyers want newer construction townhomes in Apex. The question is simply whether individual sellers and their agents execute well enough to capture the top of that range.
For anyone watching this community — whether you're planning to buy, sell, or simply track the market — five transactions in 90 days is meaningful activity for a single subdivision. Expect continued pricing stability through Q3 2026, with slight upward pressure if Triangle inventory tightens as the fall season approaches.
Bottom Line
Townes at North Salem is performing as a stable, premium townhome market within Apex's competitive landscape. Median prices near $490,000, consistent price-per-foot metrics, and a tight sale range all point to a community where value is well-understood by participants on both sides of the transaction. The biggest variable isn't the market — it's the quality of representation.
Whether you're a buyer trying to time an entry or a seller trying to maximize your exit, the data is clear: hire the right agent, price with precision, and move with urgency. In Townes at North Salem, that combination is the difference between a 46-day close at a premium and a 196-day grind to the bottom of the range.
Data reflects MLS-reported closed sales in the Townes at North Salem subdivision, Apex, NC, for the 90-day period ending June 2026. All figures are based on reported closed transaction data and should be used for informational purposes. Consult a licensed real estate professional for guidance specific to your situation.
