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$258,898$360 / 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 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $287,000 on Sep 30, 2024

1039 NICHOLS DR

RALEIGH, NC 27605
1
Baths
720 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.
436 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1949
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$259K
$237K low$280K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$287,000 · Sep 30, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,317 (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.$263,403 (2025)
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$263,403
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$244,549
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$263,403

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.47
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
15
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
84
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
91
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.

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Condominium
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Condo/Apartment
CountyWake
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1959
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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.

H
Broughton Magnet High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.3 mi
E
Wiley Magnet Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.6 mi
M
Oberlin Magnet Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.4 mi

District: Wake County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27605These 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.164
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.82
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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.40%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.6,700
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,403 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$72,647
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$108,979
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%

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How this home compares

1039 Nichols 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 92% of homes in Wake County
  • Costs more per square foot than 94% of homes in Wake County
  • Among the smallest homes in Wake County
  • Among the smallest lots in Wake County
  • Older than 97% of homes in Wake County

What homes are worth in Raleigh 27605

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

This home
$68K$2M

This home is worth more than 12% of homes in Raleigh 27605.

How it measures up in Raleigh 27605

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Raleigh 27605.

Estimated value$258,898
CheaperTypical $382,677Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$360
CheaperTypical $370Pricier

Pricier than 47% of homes nearby

Living area720 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,120 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 16% of homes nearby

Lot size436 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.15 acBigger

Bigger than 37% of homes nearby

Year built1949
OlderTypical 1953Newer

Newer than 40% of homes nearby

How 1039 Nichols Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHillsboroughRaleigh 27605Wake County
Estimated valuepricier than$258,89815% of homes12% of homes8% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$36037% of homes47% of homes94% of homes
Living areabigger than720 ft²19% of homes16% of homesalmost no homes
Lot sizebigger than436 ft²29% of homes37% of homesalmost no homes
Year builtnewer than194941% of homes40% of homes3% of homes

About 1039 Nichols Dr

How much is 1039 Nichols Dr, Raleigh, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1039 Nichols Dr, Raleigh, NC is $258,898 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $237,392 to $280,404. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1039 Nichols Dr, Raleigh, NC last sell?

1039 Nichols Dr, Raleigh, NC last sold on Sep 30, 2024 for $287,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1039 Nichols Dr, Raleigh, NC?

1039 Nichols Dr, Raleigh, NC has 1 bathrooms and 720 square feet of living space.

When was 1039 Nichols Dr, Raleigh, NC built?

1039 Nichols Dr, Raleigh, NC was built in 1949, making it 77 years old. It is a condo/apartment home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1039 Nichols Dr, Raleigh, NC?

1039 Nichols Dr, Raleigh, NC is assigned to Broughton Magnet High School (high), rated B+; Wiley Magnet Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Oberlin Magnet Middle School (middle), rated A-. All sit in Wake County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1039 Nichols Dr, Raleigh, NC compare to other homes in Raleigh 27605?

Among the 2,024 homes in Raleigh 27605, it is worth more than 12% of them ($258,898 against a typical $382,677), its price per square foot is higher than 47% of them ($360 against a typical $370), it is bigger than 16% of them (720 ft² against a typical 1,120 ft²), its lot is bigger than 37% of them (436 ft² against a typical 0.15 ac) and it is newer than 40% of them (1949 against a typical 1953). Measured against all of Wake County, it is worth more than 8% 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 1039 Nichols Dr, Raleigh, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1039 Nichols Dr, Raleigh, NC was $2,317. The county assessed it at $263,403.

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