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$179,847$184 / 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 80How 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 $210,000 on Feb 23, 2022

1509 RIDGEWAY AVE

DURHAM, NC 27701
3
Beds
1
Baths
975 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1965
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$180K
$144K low$215K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$210,000 · Feb 23, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,889 (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.$291,441 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$104,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$187,041
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$291,441
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$291,441

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.54
51
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
4
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
86
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
87
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. 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.15 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.Ranch
CountyDurham
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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.

E
R.N. Harris Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.2 mi
M
Shepard Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi
H
Hillside High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi

District: Durham Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27701These 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.147
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.99
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.85%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
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.28,473
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,332 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$69,759
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$94,653
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°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

1509 Ridgeway Ave 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 97% of homes in Durham County
  • Costs less per square foot than 85% of homes in Durham 27701
  • Smaller than 95% of homes in Durham County
  • Has a smaller lot than 68% of homes in Durham County
  • Older than 77% of homes in Durham County

What homes are worth in Durham 27701

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

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$132K$1.5M

This home is worth more than 9% of homes in Durham 27701.

How it measures up in Durham 27701

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Durham 27701.

Estimated value$179,847
CheaperTypical $447,040Pricier

Pricier than 9% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$184
CheaperTypical $327Pricier

Pricier than 15% of homes nearby

Living area975 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,430 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 16% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

Year built1965
OlderTypical 1945Newer

Newer than 74% of homes nearby

How 1509 Ridgeway Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDurham 27701Durham County
Estimated valuepricier than$179,8479% of homes3% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18415% of homes19% of homes
Living areabigger than975 ft²16% of homes5% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac43% of homes32% of homes
Year builtnewer than196574% of homes23% of homes

About 1509 Ridgeway Ave

How much is 1509 Ridgeway Ave, Durham, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1509 Ridgeway Ave, Durham, NC is $179,847 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $144,365 to $215,329. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1509 Ridgeway Ave, Durham, NC last sell?

1509 Ridgeway Ave, Durham, NC last sold on Feb 23, 2022 for $210,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1509 Ridgeway Ave, Durham, NC?

1509 Ridgeway Ave, Durham, NC has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 975 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 1509 Ridgeway Ave, Durham, NC built?

1509 Ridgeway Ave, Durham, NC was built in 1965, making it 61 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1509 Ridgeway Ave, Durham, NC?

1509 Ridgeway Ave, Durham, NC is assigned to R.N. Harris Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Shepard Middle School (middle), rated B+; Hillside High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Durham Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1509 Ridgeway Ave, Durham, NC compare to other homes in Durham 27701?

Among the 5,739 homes in Durham 27701, it is worth more than 9% of them ($179,847 against a typical $447,040), its price per square foot is higher than 15% of them ($184 against a typical $327), it is bigger than 16% of them (975 ft² against a typical 1,430 ft²), its lot is bigger than 43% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 74% of them (1965 against a typical 1945). Measured against all of Durham County, it is worth more than 3% 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 1509 Ridgeway Ave, Durham, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1509 Ridgeway Ave, Durham, NC was $2,889. The county assessed it at $291,441.

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