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$333,525$178 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 91How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $268,000 on Jan 21, 2021

10159 BESSBOROUGH DR

RALEIGH, NC 27617
3
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
1,872 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
2,178 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2009
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$334K
$304K low$363K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$268,000 · Jan 21, 2021
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$35,525
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$28,420
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.88%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$248,000
VICTORIAN FINANCE LLC · recorded Jan 21, 2021
2nd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$50,000
STATE EMPLOYEES CU

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,571 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$392,792 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$92,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$300,292
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$392,792
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$392,792

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.44
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
19
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
89
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
70
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
45
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Townhouse
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Townhouse
CountyDurham
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.05
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(3)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Spring Valley Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.8 mi
M
Neal Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.0 mi
H
Southern School of Energy and SustainabilityD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.5 mi

District: Durham Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27617These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.109
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.39

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.42%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.21,704
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,377 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$103,841
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$128,390
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.45 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

10159 Bessborough Dr measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 78% of homes in Raleigh 27617
  • Costs less per square foot than 92% of homes in Raleigh 27617
  • Has a smaller lot than 90% of homes in Durham County
  • Newer than 83% of homes in Durham County

What homes are worth in Raleigh 27617

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$208K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 22% of homes in Raleigh 27617.

How it measures up in Raleigh 27617

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Raleigh 27617.

Estimated value$333,525
CheaperTypical $431,481Pricier

Pricier than 22% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$178
CheaperTypical $218Pricier

Pricier than 8% of homes nearby

Living area1,872 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,972 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 45% of homes nearby

Lot size2,178 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Year built2009
OlderTypical 2005Newer

Newer than 81% of homes nearby

How 10159 Bessborough Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRaleigh 27617Durham County
Estimated valuepricier than$333,52522% of homes32% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1788% of homes15% of homes
Living areabigger than1,872 ft²45% of homes57% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,178 ft²23% of homes10% of homes
Year builtnewer than200981% of homes83% of homes

About 10159 Bessborough Dr

How much is 10159 Bessborough Dr, Raleigh, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 10159 Bessborough Dr, Raleigh, NC is $333,525 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $303,800 to $363,250. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 10159 Bessborough Dr, Raleigh, NC last sell?

10159 Bessborough Dr, Raleigh, NC last sold on Jan 21, 2021 for $268,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 10159 Bessborough Dr, Raleigh, NC?

10159 Bessborough Dr, Raleigh, NC has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,872 square feet of living space and a 0.05-acre lot.

When was 10159 Bessborough Dr, Raleigh, NC built?

10159 Bessborough Dr, Raleigh, NC was built in 2009, making it 17 years old. It is a townhouse home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 10159 Bessborough Dr, Raleigh, NC?

10159 Bessborough Dr, Raleigh, NC is assigned to Spring Valley Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Neal Middle School (middle), rated C+; Southern School of Energy and Sustainability (high), rated D-. All sit in Durham Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 10159 Bessborough Dr, Raleigh, NC compare to other homes in Raleigh 27617?

Among the 5,521 homes in Raleigh 27617, it is worth more than 22% of them ($333,525 against a typical $431,481), its price per square foot is higher than 8% of them ($178 against a typical $218), it is bigger than 45% of them (1,872 ft² against a typical 1,972 ft²), its lot is bigger than 23% of them (2,178 ft² against a typical 0.13 ac) and it is newer than 81% of them (2009 against a typical 2005). Measured against all of Durham County, it is worth more than 32% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 10159 Bessborough Dr, Raleigh, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 10159 Bessborough Dr, Raleigh, NC was $3,571. The county assessed it at $392,792.

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