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$527,320$244 / 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 94How 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 $310,500 on Jan 30, 2017

1232 ALSTON FOREST DR

CARY, NC 27519
4
Baths
2,162 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.
1,742 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2016
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$527K
$498K low$557K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$310,500 · Jan 30, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,911 (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.$454,016 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$80,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$374,016
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$454,016
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$454,016

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.11
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
16
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
42
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
CountyWake
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.04
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.Porch · 96 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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
Panther Creek High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
M
Alston Ridge Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.0 mi
E
Alston Ridge Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.3 mi

District: Wake County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27519These 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.12
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 100.41

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.3.6%
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.65,193
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,847 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$150,916
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$176,855
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

1232 Alston Forest 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 73% of homes in Cary 27519
  • Smaller than 71% of homes in Cary 27519
  • Has a smaller lot than 97% of homes in Cary 27519
  • Newer than 80% of homes in Cary 27519

What homes are worth in Cary 27519

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

This home
$343K$1.5M

This home is worth more than 27% of homes in Cary 27519.

How it measures up in Cary 27519

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Cary 27519.

Estimated value$527,320
CheaperTypical $686,378Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$244
CheaperTypical $256Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Living area2,162 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,671 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 29% of homes nearby

Lot size1,742 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 3% of homes nearby

Year built2016
OlderTypical 2009Newer

Newer than 80% of homes nearby

How 1232 Alston Forest Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCary 27519Wake County
Estimated valuepricier than$527,32027% of homes59% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24440% of homes60% of homes
Living areabigger than2,162 ft²29% of homes51% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,742 ft²3% of homes5% of homes
Year builtnewer than201680% of homes80% of homes

About 1232 Alston Forest Dr

How much is 1232 Alston Forest Dr, Cary, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1232 Alston Forest Dr, Cary, NC is $527,320 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $497,946 to $556,694. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1232 Alston Forest Dr, Cary, NC last sell?

1232 Alston Forest Dr, Cary, NC last sold on Jan 30, 2017 for $310,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1232 Alston Forest Dr, Cary, NC?

1232 Alston Forest Dr, Cary, NC has 4 bathrooms, 2,162 square feet of living space and a 0.04-acre lot.

When was 1232 Alston Forest Dr, Cary, NC built?

1232 Alston Forest Dr, Cary, NC was built in 2016, making it 10 years old. It is a townhouse home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1232 Alston Forest Dr, Cary, NC?

1232 Alston Forest Dr, Cary, NC is assigned to Panther Creek High School (high), rated A+; Alston Ridge Middle School (middle), rated A+; Alston Ridge Elementary School (elementary), rated B-. All sit in Wake County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1232 Alston Forest Dr, Cary, NC compare to other homes in Cary 27519?

Among the 21,283 homes in Cary 27519, it is worth more than 27% of them ($527,320 against a typical $686,378), its price per square foot is higher than 40% of them ($244 against a typical $256), it is bigger than 29% of them (2,162 ft² against a typical 2,671 ft²), its lot is bigger than 3% of them (1,742 ft² against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 80% of them (2016 against a typical 2009). Measured against all of Wake County, it is worth more than 59% 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 1232 Alston Forest Dr, Cary, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1232 Alston Forest Dr, Cary, NC was $3,911. The county assessed it at $454,016.

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