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$366,991$201 / 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 92How 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
Last sold for $142,000 on May 18, 2006

255 FOREST LN

WENDELL, NC 27591
2
Baths
1,829 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.
1976
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$367K
$336K low$398K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$142,000 · May 18, 2006

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,393 (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.$318,329 (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.$213,329
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$318,329
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$318,329

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.
18
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.Deck · 144 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.

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

255 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 less than 69% of homes in Wake County
  • Costs less per square foot than 69% of homes in Wake County
  • Has a bigger lot than 75% of homes in Wake County
  • Older than 86% 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 51% 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$366,991
CheaperTypical $364,983Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$201
CheaperTypical $203Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Living area1,829 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,860 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 47% of homes nearby

Lot size0.45 ac
SmallerTypical 0.36 acBigger

Bigger than 54% of homes nearby

Year built1976
OlderTypical 2014Newer

Newer than 14% of homes nearby

How 255 Forest Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWendell 27591Wake County
Estimated valuepricier than$366,99151% of homes31% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20148% of homes31% of homes
Living areabigger than1,829 ft²47% of homes38% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.45 ac54% of homes75% of homes
Year builtnewer than197614% of homes14% of homes

About 255 Forest Ln

How much is 255 Forest Ln, Wendell, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 255 Forest Ln, Wendell, NC is $366,991 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $336,031 to $397,951. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 255 Forest Ln, Wendell, NC last sell?

255 Forest Ln, Wendell, NC last sold on May 18, 2006 for $142,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 255 Forest Ln, Wendell, NC?

255 Forest Ln, Wendell, NC has 2 bathrooms, 1,829 square feet of living space and a 0.45-acre lot.

When was 255 Forest Ln, Wendell, NC built?

255 Forest Ln, Wendell, NC was built in 1976, making it 50 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 255 Forest Ln, Wendell, NC?

255 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 255 Forest Ln, Wendell, NC compare to other homes in Wendell 27591?

Among the 13,362 homes in Wendell 27591, it is worth more than 51% of them ($366,991 against a typical $364,983), its price per square foot is higher than 48% of them ($201 against a typical $203), it is bigger than 47% of them (1,829 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 14% of them (1976 against a typical 2014). Measured against all of Wake County, it is worth more than 31% 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 255 Forest Ln, Wendell, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 255 Forest Ln, Wendell, NC was $3,393. The county assessed it at $318,329.

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