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$985,331$225 / 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 81How 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 $615,000 on Jul 21, 2017

1401 STERLING LAKE DR

WAKE FOREST, NC 27587
4
Baths
4,370 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.
1.03 ac
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

$985K
$794K low$1.2M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$615,000 · Jul 21, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,269 (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.$855,577 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$225,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$630,577
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$855,577
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$855,577

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.21
46
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
17
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.12 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.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
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.03
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.Patio · 268 ft²Porch · 264 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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
Wake Forest High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.3 mi
E
Richland Creek Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.0 mi
M
Wake Forest Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.5 mi

District: Wake County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27587These 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.64
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 100.39

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.35%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.6%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.91,264
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.814 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$123,637
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$143,750
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

1401 Sterling Lake 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 93% of homes in Wake Forest 27587
  • Bigger than 96% of homes in Wake County
  • Has a bigger lot than 91% of homes in Wake County
  • Newer than 80% of homes in Wake County

What homes are worth in Wake Forest 27587

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

This home
$220K$1.4M

This home is worth more than 93% of homes in Wake Forest 27587.

How it measures up in Wake Forest 27587

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wake Forest 27587.

Estimated value$985,331
CheaperTypical $517,669Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$225
CheaperTypical $213Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Living area4,370 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,454 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Lot size1.03 ac
SmallerTypical 0.31 acBigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Year built2016
OlderTypical 2007Newer

Newer than 70% of homes nearby

How 1401 Sterling Lake Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWake Forest 27587Wake County
Estimated valuepricier than$985,33193% of homes92% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22560% of homes49% of homes
Living areabigger than4,370 ft²95% of homes96% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.03 ac82% of homes91% of homes
Year builtnewer than201670% of homes80% of homes

About 1401 Sterling Lake Dr

How much is 1401 Sterling Lake Dr, Wake Forest, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1401 Sterling Lake Dr, Wake Forest, NC is $985,331 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $794,473 to $1,176,189. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1401 Sterling Lake Dr, Wake Forest, NC last sell?

1401 Sterling Lake Dr, Wake Forest, NC last sold on Jul 21, 2017 for $615,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1401 Sterling Lake Dr, Wake Forest, NC?

1401 Sterling Lake Dr, Wake Forest, NC has 4 bathrooms, 4,370 square feet of living space and a 1.03-acre lot.

When was 1401 Sterling Lake Dr, Wake Forest, NC built?

1401 Sterling Lake Dr, Wake Forest, NC was built in 2016, making it 10 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1401 Sterling Lake Dr, Wake Forest, NC?

1401 Sterling Lake Dr, Wake Forest, NC is assigned to Wake Forest High School (high), rated B+; Richland Creek Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Wake Forest Middle School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Wake County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1401 Sterling Lake Dr, Wake Forest, NC compare to other homes in Wake Forest 27587?

Among the 30,781 homes in Wake Forest 27587, it is worth more than 93% of them ($985,331 against a typical $517,669), its price per square foot is higher than 60% of them ($225 against a typical $213), it is bigger than 95% of them (4,370 ft² against a typical 2,454 ft²), its lot is bigger than 82% of them (1.03 ac against a typical 0.31 ac) and it is newer than 70% of them (2016 against a typical 2007). Measured against all of Wake County, it is worth more than 92% 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 1401 Sterling Lake Dr, Wake Forest, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1401 Sterling Lake Dr, Wake Forest, NC was $8,269. The county assessed it at $855,577.

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