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$397,038$200 / 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 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $246,000 on Aug 1, 2019

256 AMBER ACORN AVE

RALEIGH, NC 27603
3
Baths
1,981 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.
2,614 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2019
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$397K
$375K low$419K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$246,000 · Aug 1, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,792 (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.$363,672 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$90,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$273,672
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$363,672
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$363,672

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.23
50
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
22
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.14 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
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.06
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central

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

H
Middle Creek High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.9 mi
E
Smith Magnet Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 4.0 mi
M
North Garner Magnet Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.8 mi

District: Wake County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27603These 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.108
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
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.62,817
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,202 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$86,402
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$112,305
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

256 Amber Acorn 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 69% of homes in Wake County
  • Has a smaller lot than 87% of homes in Raleigh 27603
  • Newer than 88% of homes in Raleigh 27603

What homes are worth in Raleigh 27603

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

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$188K$963K

This home is worth more than 49% of homes in Raleigh 27603.

How it measures up in Raleigh 27603

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Raleigh 27603.

Estimated value$397,038
CheaperTypical $399,610Pricier

Pricier than 49% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$200
CheaperTypical $215Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Living area1,981 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,792 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 58% of homes nearby

Lot size2,614 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.49 acBigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Year built2019
OlderTypical 2000Newer

Newer than 88% of homes nearby

How 256 Amber Acorn Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRaleigh 27603Wake County
Estimated valuepricier than$397,03849% of homes37% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20036% of homes31% of homes
Living areabigger than1,981 ft²58% of homes44% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,614 ft²13% of homes14% of homes
Year builtnewer than201988% of homes86% of homes

About 256 Amber Acorn Ave

How much is 256 Amber Acorn Ave, Raleigh, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 256 Amber Acorn Ave, Raleigh, NC is $397,038 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $374,629 to $419,447. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 256 Amber Acorn Ave, Raleigh, NC last sell?

256 Amber Acorn Ave, Raleigh, NC last sold on Aug 1, 2019 for $246,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 256 Amber Acorn Ave, Raleigh, NC?

256 Amber Acorn Ave, Raleigh, NC has 3 bathrooms, 1,981 square feet of living space and a 0.06-acre lot.

When was 256 Amber Acorn Ave, Raleigh, NC built?

256 Amber Acorn Ave, Raleigh, NC was built in 2019, making it 7 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 256 Amber Acorn Ave, Raleigh, NC?

256 Amber Acorn Ave, Raleigh, NC is assigned to Middle Creek High School (high), rated B+; Smith Magnet Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; North Garner 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 256 Amber Acorn Ave, Raleigh, NC compare to other homes in Raleigh 27603?

Among the 18,376 homes in Raleigh 27603, it is worth more than 49% of them ($397,038 against a typical $399,610), its price per square foot is higher than 36% of them ($200 against a typical $215), it is bigger than 58% of them (1,981 ft² against a typical 1,792 ft²), its lot is bigger than 13% of them (2,614 ft² against a typical 0.49 ac) and it is newer than 88% of them (2019 against a typical 2000). Measured against all of Wake County, it is worth more than 37% 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 256 Amber Acorn Ave, Raleigh, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 256 Amber Acorn Ave, Raleigh, NC was $3,792. The county assessed it at $363,672.

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