Single Family ResidenceResidential
Last sold for $115,000 on Feb 26, 1999
212 COX AVE
RALEIGH, NC 27605
2
Baths
1,092 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.
0.21 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1901
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
Valuation
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$115,000 · Feb 26, 1999
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,775 (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.$545,231 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$540,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$5,231
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$545,231
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$545,231
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.26
72
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.47 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
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1950
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.21
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.Deck · 32 ft²Porch · 446 ft²
Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.
EHM
Wiley Magnet Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.6 mi
Broughton Magnet High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
Oberlin Magnet Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.1 mi
District: Wake County Schools
Neighborhood · ZIP 27605These 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.164
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.82
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.90%
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.13%
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.6,700
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,403 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$72,647
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$108,979
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
212 Cox 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.
- Smaller than 95% of homes in Wake County
- Has a bigger lot than 78% of homes in Raleigh 27605
- Among the oldest homes in Wake County
How it measures up in Raleigh 27605
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Raleigh 27605.
Living area1,092 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,136 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 46% of homes nearby
Lot size0.21 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger
Bigger than 78% of homes nearby
Year built1901
OlderTypical 1953Newer
Older than almost all homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Hillsborough | Raleigh 27605 | Wake County |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 1,092 ft² | 39% of homes | 46% of homes | 5% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 0.21 ac | 71% of homes | 78% of homes | 45% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1901 | almost no homes | almost no homes | almost no homes |
About 212 Cox Ave
When did 212 Cox Ave, Raleigh, NC last sell?
212 Cox Ave, Raleigh, NC last sold on Feb 26, 1999 for $115,000, according to the county's recorded deed.
How big is 212 Cox Ave, Raleigh, NC?
212 Cox Ave, Raleigh, NC has 2 bathrooms, 1,092 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.
When was 212 Cox Ave, Raleigh, NC built?
212 Cox Ave, Raleigh, NC was built in 1901, making it 125 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.
What schools serve 212 Cox Ave, Raleigh, NC?
212 Cox Ave, Raleigh, NC is assigned to Wiley Magnet Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Broughton Magnet High School (high), rated A-; Oberlin Magnet Middle School (middle), rated A-. All sit in Wake County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 212 Cox Ave, Raleigh, NC compare to other homes in Raleigh 27605?
Among the 2,022 homes in Raleigh 27605, it is bigger than 46% of them (1,092 ft² against a typical 1,136 ft²), its lot is bigger than 78% of them (0.21 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1901 against a typical 1953). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 212 Cox Ave, Raleigh, NC?
The 2025 property tax bill for 212 Cox Ave, Raleigh, NC was $4,775. The county assessed it at $545,231.
More homes on Cox Ave
- 218 Cox Ave2 ba · 1,428 ft² · Sold $138K · Jun 2015
- 214 Cox Ave2 ba · 2,088 ft² · Sold $169K · May 2006
- 216 Cox Ave1 ba · 1,082 ft² · Sold $74K · Dec 1998
- 130 Cox Ave6,230 ft² · Sold $212K · Feb 1995
- 120 Cox Ave6,020 ft² · Sold $34K · Jan 1995
- 101 Cox Ave834,950 ft² · Sold Jan 1900
- 124 Cox Ave1 ba · 1,135 ft²
Closest homes
- 214 Cox Ave48 ft · 2 ba · 2,088 ft² · Sold $169K · May 2006
- 216 Cox Ave96 ft · 1 ba · 1,082 ft² · Sold $74K · Dec 1998
- 218 Cox Ave145 ft · 2 ba · 1,428 ft² · Sold $138K · Jun 2015
- 130 Cox Ave303 ft · 6,230 ft² · Sold $212K · Feb 1995
- 124 Cox Ave365 ft · 1 ba · 1,135 ft²
- 301 Park Ave402 ft · 1 ba · 896 ft² · Sold Apr 2005
- 120 Cox Ave462 ft · 6,020 ft² · Sold $34K · Jan 1995
- 219 Park Ave407 ft · 4 ba · 3,932 ft² · Sold $1.3M · Aug 2022
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