4013 Saint Edmunds Lane

Apex, NC 27539

Some homes give you a backyard. This one gives you a front-row seat to nature. Tucked away on a peaceful cul-de-sac in Apex, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath ranch offers comfortable one-level living surrounded by a landscape that has been carefully cultivated to become something truly special. With more than 50 varieties of plants intentionally selected to attract birds, butterflies, and other local wildlife, this isn't simply a yard—it's a living garden that changes with the seasons. Step outside onto the large rear deck and take it all in. Mature trees frame the backyard as the property gently slopes toward a stream, creating a wonderfully private, wooded setting. Out front, there's even a small frog pond that's home to four varieties of frogs and can convey to the next owner. Morning coffee may come with birdsong, butterflies, and the occasional frog providing unsolicited commentary. Inside, the ranch-style floor plan is cozy without feeling confined. A 1998 remodel added two generously sized bedrooms, creating a roomy and flexible layout with three bedrooms and two full baths. Separate dining and office spaces provide dedicated areas for entertaining and working from home while preserving the comfortable flow of the main living spaces. The large rear deck extends the living space outdoors and provides an ideal spot for dining, entertaining, birdwatching, or simply enjoying the wooded surroundings. A 12-by-20-foot storage shed plus an additional smaller lean-to shed provide plenty of room for gardening equipment, outdoor gear, hobbies, and storage. The peaceful setting doesn't mean giving up everyday convenience. Fairview Village, with Food Lion, restaurants, shops, and services near Holly Springs and Ten Ten Roads, is close by. Historic Downtown Apex offers even more local restaurants, shopping, community events, parks, and greenways. And when your plans take you beyond Apex, convenient access to US-1, US-64, NC-55, NC-540 and I-40 makes it easy to reach Cary, Raleigh, Holly Springs, Research Triangle Park, RDU International Airport, and destinations throughout the Triangle. One-level living. A quiet cul-de-sac. Flexible interior spaces. Exceptional outdoor storage. And a landscape intentionally created to welcome birds, butterflies, frogs, and perhaps a new owner who appreciates having a little more nature in everyday life. Come for the house. Stay for the backyard. The birds, butterflies, and frogs have already moved in.

Listing courtesy of Jed Gronewald of Relevate Real Estate Inc.



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