Brookside, Apex, NC
A Stanley Martin 55+ townhome community off Olive Chapel Road with two-story homes designed around a main-level primary suite and low-maintenance living.
New 55+ townhomes in Apex with the primary suite on the main level
Brookside is a Stanley Martin 55+ community in Apex, North Carolina, off Olive Chapel Road in ZIP code 27502. Carolyn’s August 2026 handoff identifies Brookside as a recorded age-restricted community that was actively selling at that time.
The homes are two-story townhomes rather than single-level ranches. The primary suite and everyday living spaces are on the main floor, while two additional bedrooms and a loft are upstairs.
That layout gives buyers a main-level primary suite without suggesting the entire home is stairs-free. It is an important distinction for anyone comparing Brookside with single-level active adult communities elsewhere in Wake and Durham counties.
Brookside carries a recorded 55+ age restriction
Unlike communities that are simply marketed toward active adults, Carolyn’s Brookside handoff identifies a recorded 55+ restriction and an age-restricted designation in the regional MLS.
55+ community
The age designation is not just marketing language. Recorded governing documents control the specific occupancy terms.
Read the documents
Confirm who must satisfy the age requirement, how occupancy is defined, and whether guest or rental provisions affect your plans.
Register correctly
If you want buyer representation, involve your agent before the first builder registration visit.
$225 per month on recorded 2026 sales
Carolyn’s handoff states that Brookside HOA dues were $225 per month on 2026 sales, charged as a single assessment with no second association fee reported on top.
The supplied 2026 sales information shows one monthly association assessment rather than a separate second amenity fee.
Carolyn’s schema handoff does not approve a detailed list of HOA-covered services, so buyers should use the current budget and governing documents for the exact maintenance responsibilities.
Dues and association responsibilities can change. Confirm the assessment and any working-capital or transfer charges for the specific transaction.
Main-level primary living, with guest and flex space upstairs
Brookside townhomes are two stories. The primary suite is on the main level, while the upper floor provides two additional bedrooms plus a loft.
Stanley Martin identifies The Eva as a two-level Brookside townhome with three bedrooms and 2.5 baths. Final dimensions, options and included features should be confirmed against the specific home and builder contract.
- Two-story townhome design
- Main-level primary suite
- Two additional bedrooms upstairs
- Upper-level loft
- 55+ age-restricted community
- New-construction opportunities
No private clubhouse, pool or courts, and that is part of the Brookside tradeoff
Brookside does not have a private clubhouse, community pool or private courts. Buyers who prefer a smaller community without a large amenity complex should compare that structure with communities where higher dues support extensive on-site facilities.
There is no dedicated clubhouse program to maintain or build your lifestyle around.
Brookside does not include a private pool, so buyers should not expect pool access as part of the HOA.
For pickleball and other recreation, residents use public Apex facilities and parks.
Public parks, greenways and pickleball expand the lifestyle beyond the neighborhood
The Town of Apex maintains a public greenway network, and local parks provide public recreation options. Apex Community Park includes lighted pickleball courts, tennis, trails and a lake, while Kelly Road Park provides tennis and junior tennis/pickleball courts with access to the Beaver Creek Greenway.
Those are public facilities rather than Brookside amenities, which is an important distinction when comparing monthly dues and lifestyle expectations.
A simpler community structure with Apex conveniences nearby
Brookside’s lifestyle is less about a private amenity calendar and more about the home itself, the 55+ setting, and access to the wider Apex community.
Carolyn’s approved FAQ wording points buyers toward public parks, greenways, public pickleball courts and the shopping and dining around Beaver Creek. That can suit buyers who want age-restricted new construction without paying for a large private recreational complex.
Off Olive Chapel Road in Apex, NC 27502
Brookside is located in Apex in Wake County, off Olive Chapel Road. Carolyn’s handoff identifies the community as sitting on a site of roughly 21 acres.
The page deliberately avoids unsupported drive-time promises. For a particular home, buyers should verify commute routes, municipal services, taxes and any address-specific details as part of due diligence.
Use the closed-sales snapshot for context, and the live IDX for what is available now
Carolyn’s approved Brookside data records five closed sales as of August 2026. These numbers are historical context and should not be treated as permanent pricing guidance.
The tradeoff is straightforward: new 55+ townhomes without a private amenity complex
Brookside may appeal to buyers who want age-restricted new construction, a main-level primary suite and lower-key community infrastructure. Buyers who want single-level detached homes or extensive private amenities should compare other Wake County 55+ options.
Brookside
Recorded 55+, Stanley Martin townhomes, main-level primary suite, active new-construction sales.
View Brookside ListingsNot fully single-level
Day-to-day living can happen downstairs, but two bedrooms and a loft are upstairs.
No private pool or clubhouse
Residents rely on public Apex recreation instead of a large private amenity package.
Current homes in Brookside
The live IDX search below is filtered to Brookside in Apex ZIP code 27502. Inventory and builder listings can change, so use the live search for current availability rather than the historical market figures above.
Information Not Guaranteed.
Listings marked with an icon are provided courtesy of the Doorify MLS, Inc. of North Carolina, Internet Data Exchange Database.
This information is provided for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use. This display is limited to listings matching Brookside search criteria.
© 2026 Doorify MLS, Inc. of North Carolina. All rights reserved.
Saved Link ID 331512. Current availability should be confirmed directly from the live IDX and builder sales information.
What I tell buyers about Brookside
New construction changes the order in which you should make a few important decisions.
Bring your agent before the first builder registration
The builder’s sales representative works for the builder. If you want your own representation, involve your agent before you register or tour under the builder’s process.
Be clear about the stairs
The primary suite is on the main level, but Brookside is not a one-story community. Decide whether two upstairs bedrooms and a loft fit your long-term plans.
Read the recorded age restriction
Use the governing documents to confirm the exact 55+ occupancy terms rather than relying only on marketing language.
Compare the amenity tradeoff
Brookside does not have a private clubhouse, pool or courts. Decide whether you prefer that simpler structure or a community with more on-site amenities.
Frequently asked questions about Brookside
What are the HOA fees at Brookside in Apex, NC?
HOA dues at Brookside are $225 per month as recorded on 2026 sales, charged as a single assessment with no second association fee on top.
Is Brookside a 55+ community?
Yes. Brookside carries a recorded 55+ age restriction and is designated as an age-restricted community in the regional multiple listing service. The specific occupancy terms are set out in the recorded governing documents.
Are the homes at Brookside single level?
No. Brookside townhomes are two stories, with the primary suite on the main level and two additional bedrooms plus a loft upstairs. Day-to-day living can happen entirely downstairs, but the home is not stairs-free.
Does Brookside have a clubhouse or a pool?
No. Brookside has no private clubhouse, pool, or courts. Residents use public parks, greenways, and public pickleball courts in Apex, along with the shopping and dining at Beaver Creek nearby.
What do homes sell for at Brookside?
Five closed sales recorded in Doorify MLS as of August 2026 ranged from $495,000 to $575,000, with a median of $535,000, against list prices between $515,000 and $600,000. Homes have been closing at roughly 96.5 percent of list.
Can I use my own agent when buying new construction at Brookside?
Yes. The builder’s sales representative works for the builder rather than for the buyer. Most builders require a buyer’s agent to be present at the first registration visit. Buyer agency compensation is explained and put in writing before touring.
Official Community Information
Stanley Martin is the builder and the current builder source for available homes, floor plans and construction options. The Brookside governing documents are the authoritative source for age restrictions, association responsibilities, rules and current assessments.
Thinking about Brookside?
I can help you compare the available homes, understand the main-level-primary layout, review the 55+ documents, compare Brookside with other Wake County communities, and make sure your buyer representation is established before the builder registration process.
Schedule a no-pressure consultation at calendly.com/carolyn-cteliving, or call or text 919-500-6159.
Carolyn Graven, NC License #319609
Keller Williams Elite Realty
245 NC-54, Ste 101, Unit-01, Durham, NC 27713
Call or text: 919-500-6159
Email: carolyn@cteliving.com
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