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$410,201$253 / 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 90How 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
Last sold for $198,000 on Aug 5, 2016

217 HOWLAND AVE

CARY, NC 27513
2
Baths
1,620 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.
0.29 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1974
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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

$410K
$370K low$451K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$198,000 · Aug 5, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,226 (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.$374,041 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$210,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$164,041
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$374,041

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.12
1
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.
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
CountyWAKE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.29
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 168 ft²

Transaction History(6)

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
Weatherstone Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.8 mi
M
East Cary Magnet Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.9 mi
H
Cary High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.1 mi

District: Wake County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27513These 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.70
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.93
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.44

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.40%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.52,654
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,619 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$121,121
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$143,582
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 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

217 Howland 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 82% of homes in Cary 27513
  • Costs more per square foot than 67% of homes in Wake County
  • Smaller than 77% of homes in Cary 27513
  • Older than 95% of homes in Cary 27513

What homes are worth in Cary 27513

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

This home
$257K$1.5M

This home is worth more than 18% of homes in Cary 27513.

How it measures up in Cary 27513

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Cary 27513.

Estimated value$410,201
CheaperTypical $558,506Pricier

Pricier than 18% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$253
CheaperTypical $263Pricier

Pricier than 41% of homes nearby

Living area1,620 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,210 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Lot size0.29 ac
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Year built1974
OlderTypical 1993Newer

Newer than 5% of homes nearby

How 217 Howland Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCary 27513Wake County
Estimated valuepricier than$410,20118% of homes38% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25341% of homes67% of homes
Living areabigger than1,620 ft²23% of homes27% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.29 ac64% of homes59% of homes
Year builtnewer than19745% of homes14% of homes

About 217 Howland Ave

How much is 217 Howland Ave, Cary, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 217 Howland Ave, Cary, NC is $410,201 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $369,607 to $450,795. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 217 Howland Ave, Cary, NC last sell?

217 Howland Ave, Cary, NC last sold on Aug 5, 2016 for $198,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 217 Howland Ave, Cary, NC?

217 Howland Ave, Cary, NC has 2 bathrooms, 1,620 square feet of living space and a 0.29-acre lot.

When was 217 Howland Ave, Cary, NC built?

217 Howland Ave, Cary, NC was built in 1974, making it 52 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 217 Howland Ave, Cary, NC?

217 Howland Ave, Cary, NC is assigned to Weatherstone Elementary School (elementary), rated A; East Cary Magnet Middle School (middle), rated A-; Cary High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Wake County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 217 Howland Ave, Cary, NC compare to other homes in Cary 27513?

Among the 13,912 homes in Cary 27513, it is worth more than 18% of them ($410,201 against a typical $558,506), its price per square foot is higher than 41% of them ($253 against a typical $263), it is bigger than 23% of them (1,620 ft² against a typical 2,210 ft²), its lot is bigger than 64% of them (0.29 ac against a typical 0.25 ac) and it is newer than 5% of them (1974 against a typical 1993). Measured against all of Wake County, it is worth more than 38% 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 217 Howland Ave, Cary, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 217 Howland Ave, Cary, NC was $3,226. The county assessed it at $374,041.

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