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$423,917$177 / 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 95How 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

153 FERN FOREST DR

RALEIGH, NC 27603
2
Baths
2,390 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.
1.4 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1980
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$424K
$403K low$445K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,809 (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.$436,074 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$154,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$282,074
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$436,074
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$436,074

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.23
53
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
21
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.16 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.1.40
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (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.Deck · 460 ft²Patio · 240 ft²Porch · 330 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
Rand Road Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.9 mi
H
South Garner High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.0 mi
M
North Garner Magnet Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.6 mi

District: Wake County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27603These 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.108
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.43

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
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.62,817
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,202 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$86,402
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$112,305
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

153 Fern Forest 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 86% of homes in Wake County
  • Bigger than 73% of homes in Raleigh 27603
  • Has a bigger lot than 94% of homes in Wake County
  • Older than 83% of homes in Wake County

What homes are worth in Raleigh 27603

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

This home
$191K$1M

This home is worth more than 55% of homes in Raleigh 27603.

How it measures up in Raleigh 27603

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Raleigh 27603.

Estimated value$423,917
CheaperTypical $405,509Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$177
CheaperTypical $218Pricier

Pricier than 15% of homes nearby

Living area2,390 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,800 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Lot size1.4 ac
SmallerTypical 0.5 acBigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Year built1980
OlderTypical 2000Newer

Newer than 21% of homes nearby

How 153 Fern Forest Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRaleigh 27603Wake County
Estimated valuepricier than$423,91755% of homes40% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17715% of homes14% of homes
Living areabigger than2,390 ft²73% of homes60% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.4 ac91% of homes94% of homes
Year builtnewer than198021% of homes17% of homes

About 153 Fern Forest Dr

How much is 153 Fern Forest Dr, Raleigh, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 153 Fern Forest Dr, Raleigh, NC is $423,917 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $403,113 to $444,721. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 153 Fern Forest Dr, Raleigh, NC?

153 Fern Forest Dr, Raleigh, NC has 2 bathrooms, 2,390 square feet of living space and a 1.40-acre lot.

When was 153 Fern Forest Dr, Raleigh, NC built?

153 Fern Forest Dr, Raleigh, NC was built in 1980, making it 46 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 153 Fern Forest Dr, Raleigh, NC?

153 Fern Forest Dr, Raleigh, NC is assigned to Rand Road Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; South Garner High School (high), rated B+; North Garner Magnet Middle School (middle), rated D+. All sit in Wake County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 153 Fern Forest Dr, Raleigh, NC compare to other homes in Raleigh 27603?

Among the 18,313 homes in Raleigh 27603, it is worth more than 55% of them ($423,917 against a typical $405,509), its price per square foot is higher than 15% of them ($177 against a typical $218), it is bigger than 73% of them (2,390 ft² against a typical 1,800 ft²), its lot is bigger than 91% of them (1.4 ac against a typical 0.5 ac) and it is newer than 21% of them (1980 against a typical 2000). Measured against all of Wake County, it is worth more than 40% 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 153 Fern Forest Dr, Raleigh, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 153 Fern Forest Dr, Raleigh, NC was $2,809. The county assessed it at $436,074.

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