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$747,368$267 / 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 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $350,000 on Nov 24, 2015

116 THORNEWOOD DR

CARY, NC 27518
2
Baths
2,804 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.
0.47 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1985
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$747K
$696K low$799K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$350,000 · Nov 24, 2015

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,147 (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.$598,193 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$191,250
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$406,943
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$598,193

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
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.1990
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.47
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.No Foundation
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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 · 300 ft²Porch · 40 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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.

M
Dillard Drive Magnet Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.9 mi
E
Dillard Drive Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.0 mi
H
Athens Drive Magnet High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.9 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%

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How this home compares

116 Thornewood 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 more than 81% of homes in Wake County
  • Costs more per square foot than 74% of homes in Wake County
  • Bigger than 74% of homes in Wake County
  • Has a bigger lot than 79% of homes in Cary 27518
  • Older than 91% 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.

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$269K$1.9M

This home is worth more than 52% 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$747,368
CheaperTypical $739,024Pricier

Pricier than 52% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$267
CheaperTypical $259Pricier

Pricier than 57% of homes nearby

Living area2,804 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,853 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 48% of homes nearby

Lot size0.47 ac
SmallerTypical 0.29 acBigger

Bigger than 79% of homes nearby

Year built1985
OlderTypical 1995Newer

Newer than 9% of homes nearby

How 116 Thornewood Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCary 27518Wake County
Estimated valuepricier than$747,36852% of homes81% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$26757% of homes74% of homes
Living areabigger than2,804 ft²48% of homes74% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.47 ac79% of homes76% of homes
Year builtnewer than19859% of homes23% of homes

About 116 Thornewood Dr

How much is 116 Thornewood Dr, Cary, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 116 Thornewood Dr, Cary, NC is $747,368 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $695,710 to $799,026. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 116 Thornewood Dr, Cary, NC last sell?

116 Thornewood Dr, Cary, NC last sold on Nov 24, 2015 for $350,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 116 Thornewood Dr, Cary, NC?

116 Thornewood Dr, Cary, NC has 2 bathrooms, 2,804 square feet of living space and a 0.47-acre lot.

When was 116 Thornewood Dr, Cary, NC built?

116 Thornewood Dr, Cary, NC was built in 1985, making it 41 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 116 Thornewood Dr, Cary, NC?

116 Thornewood Dr, Cary, NC is assigned to Dillard Drive Magnet Middle School (middle), rated B; Dillard Drive Elementary School (elementary), rated C; 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 116 Thornewood Dr, Cary, NC compare to other homes in Cary 27518?

Among the 6,642 homes in Cary 27518, it is worth more than 52% of them ($747,368 against a typical $739,024), its price per square foot is higher than 57% of them ($267 against a typical $259), it is bigger than 48% of them (2,804 ft² against a typical 2,853 ft²), its lot is bigger than 79% of them (0.47 ac against a typical 0.29 ac) and it is newer than 9% of them (1985 against a typical 1995). Measured against all of Wake County, it is worth more than 81% 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 116 Thornewood Dr, Cary, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 116 Thornewood Dr, Cary, NC was $5,147. The county assessed it at $598,193.

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