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$431,191$248 / 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 82How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026

247 FOREST LN

WENDELL, NC 27591
2
Baths
1,740 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.
0.45 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1975
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$431K
$354K low$508K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,781 (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.$347,896 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$105,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$242,896
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$347,896
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$347,896

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.13
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
19
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
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.1985
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.45
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
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.Patio · 504 ft²Porch · 30 ft²

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

E
Wendell Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.8 mi
M
Wendell Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.6 mi
H
East Wake High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.2 mi

District: Wake County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27591These 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.85
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.76
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.42

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.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.5%
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.27,114
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.404 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$83,960
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$99,245
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 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

247 Forest Ln 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 more than 70% of homes in Wendell 27591
  • Costs more per square foot than 85% of homes in Wendell 27591
  • Smaller than 67% of homes in Wake County
  • Has a bigger lot than 75% of homes in Wake County
  • Older than 87% of homes in Wendell 27591

What homes are worth in Wendell 27591

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

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$160K$720K

This home is worth more than 70% of homes in Wendell 27591.

How it measures up in Wendell 27591

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wendell 27591.

Estimated value$431,191
CheaperTypical $364,983Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$248
CheaperTypical $203Pricier

Pricier than 85% of homes nearby

Living area1,740 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,860 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

Lot size0.45 ac
SmallerTypical 0.36 acBigger

Bigger than 54% of homes nearby

Year built1975
OlderTypical 2014Newer

Newer than 13% of homes nearby

How 247 Forest Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWendell 27591Wake County
Estimated valuepricier than$431,19170% of homes43% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24885% of homes65% of homes
Living areabigger than1,740 ft²43% of homes33% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.45 ac54% of homes75% of homes
Year builtnewer than197513% of homes14% of homes

About 247 Forest Ln

How much is 247 Forest Ln, Wendell, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 247 Forest Ln, Wendell, NC is $431,191 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $354,353 to $508,029. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 247 Forest Ln, Wendell, NC last sell?

247 Forest Ln, Wendell, NC last sold on Dec 14, 2012, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 247 Forest Ln, Wendell, NC?

247 Forest Ln, Wendell, NC has 2 bathrooms, 1,740 square feet of living space and a 0.45-acre lot.

When was 247 Forest Ln, Wendell, NC built?

247 Forest Ln, Wendell, NC was built in 1975, making it 51 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 247 Forest Ln, Wendell, NC?

247 Forest Ln, Wendell, NC is assigned to Wendell Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Wendell Middle School (middle), rated D+; East Wake High School (high), rated D+. All sit in Wake County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 247 Forest Ln, Wendell, NC compare to other homes in Wendell 27591?

Among the 13,362 homes in Wendell 27591, it is worth more than 70% of them ($431,191 against a typical $364,983), its price per square foot is higher than 85% of them ($248 against a typical $203), it is bigger than 43% of them (1,740 ft² against a typical 1,860 ft²), its lot is bigger than 54% of them (0.45 ac against a typical 0.36 ac) and it is newer than 13% of them (1975 against a typical 2014). Measured against all of Wake County, it is worth more than 43% 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 247 Forest Ln, Wendell, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 247 Forest Ln, Wendell, NC was $3,781. The county assessed it at $347,896.

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