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$310,382$204 / 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 89How 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 $49,500 on Jan 8, 1982

1240 SOMERSET RD

RALEIGH, NC 27610
2
Baths
1,520 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.
0.3 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1961
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$310K
$276K low$345K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$49,500 · Jan 8, 1982

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,508 (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.$285,233 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$200,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$85,233
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$285,233
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$285,233

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.32
100
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.197 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.1 percent flood zone

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.Split Level
CountyWake
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.30
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
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 · 170 ft²

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

E
Powell Magnet Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.2 mi
H
Enloe Magnet High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
M
Martin Magnet Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.0 mi

District: Wake County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27610These 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.107
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.77
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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
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.79,664
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,910 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$69,934
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$87,883
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

1240 Somerset Rd 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 83% of homes in Wake County
  • Costs less per square foot than 82% of homes in East Raleigh
  • Smaller than 77% of homes in Wake County
  • Has a bigger lot than 81% of homes in Raleigh 27610
  • Older than 93% of homes in Wake County

What homes are worth in Raleigh 27610

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

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$183K$706K

This home is worth more than 51% of homes in Raleigh 27610.

How it measures up in Raleigh 27610

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Raleigh 27610.

Estimated value$310,382
CheaperTypical $309,747Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$204
CheaperTypical $192Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Living area1,520 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,632 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 42% of homes nearby

Lot size0.3 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Year built1961
OlderTypical 2003Newer

Newer than 13% of homes nearby

How 1240 Somerset Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEast RaleighRaleigh 27610Wake County
Estimated valuepricier than$310,38226% of homes51% of homes17% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20418% of homes60% of homes31% of homes
Living areabigger than1,520 ft²61% of homes42% of homes23% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.3 ac70% of homes81% of homes63% of homes
Year builtnewer than196157% of homes13% of homes7% of homes

About 1240 Somerset Rd

How much is 1240 Somerset Rd, Raleigh, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1240 Somerset Rd, Raleigh, NC is $310,382 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $276,250 to $344,514. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1240 Somerset Rd, Raleigh, NC last sell?

1240 Somerset Rd, Raleigh, NC last sold on Jan 8, 1982 for $49,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1240 Somerset Rd, Raleigh, NC?

1240 Somerset Rd, Raleigh, NC has 2 bathrooms, 1,520 square feet of living space and a 0.30-acre lot.

When was 1240 Somerset Rd, Raleigh, NC built?

1240 Somerset Rd, Raleigh, NC was built in 1961, making it 65 years old. It is a split level home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1240 Somerset Rd, Raleigh, NC?

1240 Somerset Rd, Raleigh, NC is assigned to Powell Magnet Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Enloe Magnet High School (high), rated B+; Martin Magnet Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in Wake County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1240 Somerset Rd, Raleigh, NC compare to other homes in Raleigh 27610?

Among the 24,734 homes in Raleigh 27610, it is worth more than 51% of them ($310,382 against a typical $309,747), its price per square foot is higher than 60% of them ($204 against a typical $192), it is bigger than 42% of them (1,520 ft² against a typical 1,632 ft²), its lot is bigger than 81% of them (0.3 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 13% of them (1961 against a typical 2003). Measured against all of Wake County, it is worth more than 17% 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 1240 Somerset Rd, Raleigh, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1240 Somerset Rd, Raleigh, NC was $2,508. The county assessed it at $285,233.

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