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Last sold for $19,700,000 on Jun 9, 2017

2501 CEDAR FOREST WAY

RALEIGH, NC 27609
0
Baths
168,528 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.
12.48 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1996
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
80
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.$19,700,000 · Jun 9, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$264,335 (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.$29,897,427 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$9,450,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$20,447,427
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$29,897,427

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.10
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
6
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.Apartments (Generic)
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.2007
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.12.48
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (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.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.Porch · 1,898 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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.

H
Millbrook Magnet High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi
E
Millbrook Magnet Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.9 mi
M
East Millbrook Magnet Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 mi

District: Wake County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27609These 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.117
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.42%
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.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.39,499
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,515 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$94,548
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$117,912
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

2501 Cedar Forest Way 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.

  • Among the largest homes in North Raleigh
  • Among the largest lots in Raleigh 27609
  • Newer than 83% of homes in Raleigh 27609

How it measures up in Raleigh 27609

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Raleigh 27609.

Living area168,528 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,981 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size12.48 ac
SmallerTypical 0.31 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built1996
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 83% of homes nearby

How 2501 Cedar Forest Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorth RaleighRaleigh 27609Wake County
Living areabigger than168,528 ft²almost all homesalmost all homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than12.48 acalmost all homesalmost all homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than199667% of homes83% of homes39% of homes

About 2501 Cedar Forest Way

When did 2501 Cedar Forest Way, Raleigh, NC last sell?

2501 Cedar Forest Way, Raleigh, NC last sold on Jun 9, 2017 for $19,700,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 2501 Cedar Forest Way, Raleigh, NC?

2501 Cedar Forest Way, Raleigh, NC has 168,528 square feet of living space and a 12.48-acre lot.

When was 2501 Cedar Forest Way, Raleigh, NC built?

2501 Cedar Forest Way, Raleigh, NC was built in 1996, making it 30 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 2501 Cedar Forest Way, Raleigh, NC?

2501 Cedar Forest Way, Raleigh, NC is assigned to Millbrook Magnet High School (high), rated B; Millbrook Magnet Elementary School (elementary), rated D; East Millbrook Magnet Middle School (middle), rated D-. All sit in Wake County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 2501 Cedar Forest Way, Raleigh, NC compare to other homes in Raleigh 27609?

Among the 10,098 homes in Raleigh 27609, it is bigger than almost all of them (168,528 ft² against a typical 1,981 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (12.48 ac against a typical 0.31 ac) and it is newer than 83% of them (1996 against a typical 1972). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 2501 Cedar Forest Way, Raleigh, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 2501 Cedar Forest Way, Raleigh, NC was $264,335. The county assessed it at $29,897,427.

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