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$563,456$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 93How 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 $147,000 on Feb 28, 1992

117 CASTLEFERN DR

CARY, NC 27513
3
Baths
2,236 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.
0.4 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1992
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$563K
$525K low$602K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$147,000 · Feb 28, 1992

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,584 (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.$532,517 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$185,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$347,517
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$532,517
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$532,517

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.
15
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.1997
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.40
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.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 · 108 ft²Porch · 25 ft²

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

E
Cary Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.6 mi
M
East Cary Magnet Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.4 mi
H
Cary High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.4 mi

District: Wake County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27513These 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.70
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.93
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.44

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.95%
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.4.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.52,654
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,619 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$121,121
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$143,582
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 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

117 Castlefern 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 67% of homes in Wake County
  • Has a bigger lot than 87% of homes in Cary 27513
  • Older than 68% of homes in Wake County

What homes are worth in Cary 27513

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

This home
$253K$1.5M

This home is worth more than 53% of homes in Cary 27513.

How it measures up in Cary 27513

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Cary 27513.

Estimated value$563,456
CheaperTypical $551,061Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$252
CheaperTypical $260Pricier

Pricier than 42% of homes nearby

Living area2,236 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,193 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Lot size0.4 ac
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Year built1992
OlderTypical 1993Newer

Newer than 45% of homes nearby

How 117 Castlefern Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCary 27513Wake County
Estimated valuepricier than$563,45653% of homes64% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25242% of homes67% of homes
Living areabigger than2,236 ft²52% of homes55% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.4 ac87% of homes72% of homes
Year builtnewer than199245% of homes32% of homes

About 117 Castlefern Dr

How much is 117 Castlefern Dr, Cary, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 117 Castlefern Dr, Cary, NC is $563,456 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $524,678 to $602,235. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 117 Castlefern Dr, Cary, NC last sell?

117 Castlefern Dr, Cary, NC last sold on Feb 28, 1992 for $147,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 117 Castlefern Dr, Cary, NC?

117 Castlefern Dr, Cary, NC has 3 bathrooms, 2,236 square feet of living space and a 0.40-acre lot.

When was 117 Castlefern Dr, Cary, NC built?

117 Castlefern Dr, Cary, NC was built in 1992, making it 34 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 117 Castlefern Dr, Cary, NC?

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

How does 117 Castlefern Dr, Cary, NC compare to other homes in Cary 27513?

Among the 13,911 homes in Cary 27513, it is worth more than 53% of them ($563,456 against a typical $551,061), its price per square foot is higher than 42% of them ($252 against a typical $260), it is bigger than 52% of them (2,236 ft² against a typical 2,193 ft²), its lot is bigger than 87% of them (0.4 ac against a typical 0.25 ac) and it is newer than 45% of them (1992 against a typical 1993). Measured against all of Wake County, it is worth more than 64% 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 117 Castlefern Dr, Cary, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 117 Castlefern Dr, Cary, NC was $4,584. The county assessed it at $532,517.

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