Skip to content
Skip to content
TopHapOpen in map
Single Family ResidenceResidential
$917,842$288 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $300,000 on Nov 8, 1985

12729 WATERMAN DR

RALEIGH, NC 27614
3
Baths
3,189 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.
1.07 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.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$918K
$819K low$1M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$300,000 · Nov 8, 1985

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,770 (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.$586,296 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$175,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$411,296
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$586,296

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
99
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.
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.30%
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.Conventional
CountyWAKE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.07
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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 · 174 ft²Patio · 650 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.

E
Brassfield Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.0 mi
M
West Millbrook Magnet Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.9 mi
H
Millbrook Magnet High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.8 mi

District: Wake County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27614These 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.52
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.79
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.42

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.41%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.4%
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.36,479
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,258 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$136,965
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$166,538
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%

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

12729 Waterman 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 89% of homes in Wake County
  • Costs more per square foot than 80% of homes in Wake County
  • Bigger than 84% of homes in Wake County
  • Has a bigger lot than 92% of homes in Wake County
  • Older than 90% of homes in Raleigh 27614

What homes are worth in Raleigh 27614

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

This home
$256K$2.5M

This home is worth more than 74% of homes in Raleigh 27614.

How it measures up in Raleigh 27614

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Raleigh 27614.

Estimated value$917,842
CheaperTypical $713,177Pricier

Pricier than 74% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$288
CheaperTypical $240Pricier

Pricier than 77% of homes nearby

Living area3,189 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,895 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 59% of homes nearby

Lot size1.07 ac
SmallerTypical 0.31 acBigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Year built1985
OlderTypical 2002Newer

Newer than 10% of homes nearby

How 12729 Waterman Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRaleigh 27614Wake County
Estimated valuepricier than$917,84274% of homes89% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$28877% of homes80% of homes
Living areabigger than3,189 ft²59% of homes84% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.07 ac77% of homes92% of homes
Year builtnewer than198510% of homes23% of homes

About 12729 Waterman Dr

How much is 12729 Waterman Dr, Raleigh, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 12729 Waterman Dr, Raleigh, NC is $917,842 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $819,184 to $1,016,500. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 12729 Waterman Dr, Raleigh, NC last sell?

12729 Waterman Dr, Raleigh, NC last sold on Nov 8, 1985 for $300,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 12729 Waterman Dr, Raleigh, NC?

12729 Waterman Dr, Raleigh, NC has 3 bathrooms, 3,189 square feet of living space and a 1.07-acre lot.

When was 12729 Waterman Dr, Raleigh, NC built?

12729 Waterman Dr, Raleigh, NC was built in 1985, making it 41 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 12729 Waterman Dr, Raleigh, NC?

12729 Waterman Dr, Raleigh, NC is assigned to Brassfield Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; West Millbrook Magnet Middle School (middle), rated A-; Millbrook 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 12729 Waterman Dr, Raleigh, NC compare to other homes in Raleigh 27614?

Among the 11,503 homes in Raleigh 27614, it is worth more than 74% of them ($917,842 against a typical $713,177), its price per square foot is higher than 77% of them ($288 against a typical $240), it is bigger than 59% of them (3,189 ft² against a typical 2,895 ft²), its lot is bigger than 77% of them (1.07 ac against a typical 0.31 ac) and it is newer than 10% of them (1985 against a typical 2002). Measured against all of Wake County, it is worth more than 89% 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 12729 Waterman Dr, Raleigh, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 12729 Waterman Dr, Raleigh, NC was $3,770. The county assessed it at $586,296.

More homes on Waterman Dr

Closest homes

More homes in Raleigh 27614

Assigned schools

Explore the area

See this home in context

Open 12729 Waterman Dr on TopHap’s interactive map to compare it against every sale nearby, overlay school zones and flood risk, and run a CMA.

Open in map
A flyover of TopHap's photorealistic 3D map, with recorded sale prices pinned to homes
Search any address, city, zip, or county…3D$1.9M$6.25MOpen in map