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$664,857$252 / 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 88How 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 $240,000 on Aug 28, 1998

102 PLACID PL

CARY, NC 27518
4
Baths
2,635 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.
0.25 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1998
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$665K
$588K low$742K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$240,000 · Aug 28, 1998
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.$664,857
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$531,886

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,449 (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.$633,401 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$210,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$423,401
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$633,401
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$633,401

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.12
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
14
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. 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.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyWake
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.25
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Raised (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 145 ft²Porch · 144 ft²

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

E
Oak Grove Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.2 mi
M
Lufkin Road Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.4 mi
H
Athens Drive Magnet High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.7 mi

District: Wake County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27518These 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.64
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.43

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.39%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.9%
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.22,643
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,322 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$118,605
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$144,314
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 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

102 Placid Pl 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 more than 74% of homes in Wake County
  • Costs more per square foot than 65% of homes in Wake County
  • Bigger than 69% of homes in Wake County
  • Newer than 68% of homes in Cary 27518

What homes are worth in Cary 27518

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

This home
$262K$2M

This home is worth more than 33% of homes in Cary 27518.

How it measures up in Cary 27518

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Cary 27518.

Estimated value$664,857
CheaperTypical $743,248Pricier

Pricier than 33% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$252
CheaperTypical $261Pricier

Pricier than 42% of homes nearby

Living area2,635 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,855 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 37% of homes nearby

Lot size0.25 ac
SmallerTypical 0.29 acBigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Year built1998
OlderTypical 1995Newer

Newer than 68% of homes nearby

How 102 Placid Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCary 27518Wake County
Estimated valuepricier than$664,85733% of homes74% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25242% of homes65% of homes
Living areabigger than2,635 ft²37% of homes69% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.25 ac39% of homes54% of homes
Year builtnewer than199868% of homes44% of homes

About 102 Placid Pl

How much is 102 Placid Pl, Cary, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 102 Placid Pl, Cary, NC is $664,857 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $588,065 to $741,649. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 102 Placid Pl, Cary, NC last sell?

102 Placid Pl, Cary, NC last sold on Aug 28, 1998 for $240,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 102 Placid Pl, Cary, NC?

102 Placid Pl, Cary, NC has 4 bathrooms, 2,635 square feet of living space and a 0.25-acre lot.

When was 102 Placid Pl, Cary, NC built?

102 Placid Pl, Cary, NC was built in 1998, making it 28 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 102 Placid Pl, Cary, NC?

102 Placid Pl, Cary, NC is assigned to Oak Grove Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Lufkin Road Middle School (middle), rated A; Athens Drive Magnet High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Wake County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 102 Placid Pl, Cary, NC compare to other homes in Cary 27518?

Among the 6,642 homes in Cary 27518, it is worth more than 33% of them ($664,857 against a typical $743,248), its price per square foot is higher than 42% of them ($252 against a typical $261), it is bigger than 37% of them (2,635 ft² against a typical 2,855 ft²), its lot is bigger than 39% of them (0.25 ac against a typical 0.29 ac) and it is newer than 68% of them (1998 against a typical 1995). Measured against all of Wake County, it is worth more than 74% 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 102 Placid Pl, Cary, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 102 Placid Pl, Cary, NC was $5,449. The county assessed it at $633,401.

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