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$380,101$233 / 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 91How 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 Dec 20, 2021

1609 RIVER MILL DR

WAKE FOREST, NC 27587
3
Baths
1,629 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.
1997
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$380K
$346K low$414K 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 · Dec 20, 2021
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$200,101
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$160,081
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.47%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$180,000
THE HUNTINGTON NATIONAL BANK · recorded Mar 3, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,034 (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.$314,855 (2025)
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$314,855
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$314,855
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$314,855

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.25
67
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
15
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.35 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.Condominium
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Condo/Apartment
CountyWake
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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
Wakefield Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
H
Wakefield High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi
E
Wakefield Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.5 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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

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

1609 River Mill 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 less than 77% of homes in Wake Forest 27587
  • Costs more per square foot than 72% of homes in Wakefield Plantation
  • Smaller than 90% of homes in Wakefield Plantation
  • Older than 95% of homes in Wakefield Plantation

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
$238K$1.5M

This home is worth more than 23% 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$380,101
CheaperTypical $522,817Pricier

Pricier than 23% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$233
CheaperTypical $215Pricier

Pricier than 64% of homes nearby

Living area1,629 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,458 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 18% of homes nearby

Year built1997
OlderTypical 2007Newer

Newer than 24% of homes nearby

How 1609 River Mill Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWakefield PlantationWake Forest 27587Wake County
Estimated valuepricier than$380,10125% of homes23% of homes32% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23372% of homes64% of homes52% of homes
Living areabigger than1,629 ft²10% of homes18% of homes28% of homes
Year builtnewer than19975% of homes24% of homes41% of homes

About 1609 River Mill Dr

How much is 1609 River Mill Dr, Wake Forest, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1609 River Mill Dr, Wake Forest, NC is $380,101 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $346,175 to $414,027. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1609 River Mill Dr, Wake Forest, NC last sell?

1609 River Mill Dr, Wake Forest, NC last sold on Dec 20, 2021 for $300,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1609 River Mill Dr, Wake Forest, NC?

1609 River Mill Dr, Wake Forest, NC has 3 bathrooms and 1,629 square feet of living space.

When was 1609 River Mill Dr, Wake Forest, NC built?

1609 River Mill Dr, Wake Forest, NC was built in 1997, making it 29 years old. It is a condo/apartment home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1609 River Mill Dr, Wake Forest, NC?

1609 River Mill Dr, Wake Forest, NC is assigned to Wakefield Middle School (middle), rated A; Wakefield High School (high), rated A-; Wakefield Elementary School (elementary), rated C+. All sit in Wake County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1609 River Mill Dr, Wake Forest, NC compare to other homes in Wake Forest 27587?

Among the 30,757 homes in Wake Forest 27587, it is worth more than 23% of them ($380,101 against a typical $522,817), its price per square foot is higher than 64% of them ($233 against a typical $215), it is bigger than 18% of them (1,629 ft² against a typical 2,458 ft²) and it is newer than 24% of them (1997 against a typical 2007). Measured against all of Wake County, it is worth more than 32% 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 1609 River Mill Dr, Wake Forest, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1609 River Mill Dr, Wake Forest, NC was $2,034. The county assessed it at $314,855.

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