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$525,186$241 / 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 92How 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 $499,000 on Jan 3, 2024

131 WARDS RIDGE DR

CARY, NC 27513
3
Baths
2,183 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.
2,178 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

$525K
$485K low$565K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$499,000 · Jan 3, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,411 (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.$512,270 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$95,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$417,270
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$512,270
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$512,270

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.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.0.05
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 · 183 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
Reedy Creek Magnet Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi
E
Reedy Creek Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.1 mi
H
Cary High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.7 mi

District: Wake County 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

131 Wards Ridge 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 less per square foot than 70% of homes in Cary 27513
  • Has a smaller lot than 88% of homes in Wake County
  • Newer than 94% of homes in Cary 27513

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
$259K$1.5M

This home is worth more than 43% 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$525,186
CheaperTypical $556,344Pricier

Pricier than 43% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$241
CheaperTypical $263Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Living area2,183 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,202 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 49% of homes nearby

Lot size2,178 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Year built2016
OlderTypical 1993Newer

Newer than 94% of homes nearby

How 131 Wards Ridge Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCary 27513Wake County
Estimated valuepricier than$525,18643% of homes58% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24130% of homes58% of homes
Living areabigger than2,183 ft²49% of homes52% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,178 ft²13% of homes12% of homes
Year builtnewer than201694% of homes80% of homes

About 131 Wards Ridge Dr

How much is 131 Wards Ridge Dr, Cary, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 131 Wards Ridge Dr, Cary, NC is $525,186 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $484,960 to $565,412. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 131 Wards Ridge Dr, Cary, NC last sell?

131 Wards Ridge Dr, Cary, NC last sold on Jan 3, 2024 for $499,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 131 Wards Ridge Dr, Cary, NC?

131 Wards Ridge Dr, Cary, NC has 3 bathrooms, 2,183 square feet of living space and a 0.05-acre lot.

When was 131 Wards Ridge Dr, Cary, NC built?

131 Wards Ridge 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 131 Wards Ridge Dr, Cary, NC?

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

How does 131 Wards Ridge Dr, Cary, NC compare to other homes in Cary 27513?

Among the 13,911 homes in Cary 27513, it is worth more than 43% of them ($525,186 against a typical $556,344), its price per square foot is higher than 30% of them ($241 against a typical $263), it is bigger than 49% of them (2,183 ft² against a typical 2,202 ft²), its lot is bigger than 13% of them (2,178 ft² against a typical 0.25 ac) and it is newer than 94% of them (2016 against a typical 1993). Measured against all of Wake County, it is worth more than 58% 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 131 Wards Ridge Dr, Cary, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 131 Wards Ridge Dr, Cary, NC was $4,411. The county assessed it at $512,270.

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