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$355,000$212 / 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 98How 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 $85,500 on May 5, 2021

261 DOUGLAS FALLS DR

WENDELL, NC 27591
2.5
Baths
1,678 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.
3,049 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2020
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$355K
$347K low$363K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$85,500 · May 5, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,199 (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.$387,283 (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.$297,283
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$387,283

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.Conventional
CountyWAKE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.07
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.No Foundation
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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.Porch · 136 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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
Lake Myra Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.9 mi
H
East Wake High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.6 mi
M
Wendell Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.9 mi

District: Wake County 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

261 Douglas Falls Dr 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 73% of homes in Wake County
  • Smaller than 70% of homes in Wake County
  • Has a smaller lot than 92% of homes in Wendell 27591
  • Newer than 88% of homes in Wake County

What homes are worth in Wendell 27591

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

This home
$162K$755K

This home is worth more than 47% 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$355,000
CheaperTypical $365,219Pricier

Pricier than 47% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$212
CheaperTypical $203Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Living area1,678 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,874 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 38% of homes nearby

Lot size3,049 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.35 acBigger

Bigger than 8% of homes nearby

Year built2020
OlderTypical 2014Newer

Newer than 67% of homes nearby

How 261 Douglas Falls Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWendell 27591Wake County
Estimated valuepricier than$355,00047% of homes27% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21259% of homes37% of homes
Living areabigger than1,678 ft²38% of homes30% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,049 ft²8% of homes15% of homes
Year builtnewer than202067% of homes88% of homes

About 261 Douglas Falls Dr

How much is 261 Douglas Falls Dr, Wendell, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 261 Douglas Falls Dr, Wendell, NC is $355,000 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $346,809 to $363,191. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 261 Douglas Falls Dr, Wendell, NC last sell?

261 Douglas Falls Dr, Wendell, NC last sold on May 5, 2021 for $85,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 261 Douglas Falls Dr, Wendell, NC?

261 Douglas Falls Dr, Wendell, NC has 2.5 bathrooms, 1,678 square feet of living space and a 0.07-acre lot.

When was 261 Douglas Falls Dr, Wendell, NC built?

261 Douglas Falls Dr, Wendell, NC was built in 2020, making it 6 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 261 Douglas Falls Dr, Wendell, NC?

261 Douglas Falls Dr, Wendell, NC is assigned to Lake Myra Elementary School (elementary), rated C; East Wake High School (high), rated C-; Wendell Middle School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Wake County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 261 Douglas Falls Dr, Wendell, NC compare to other homes in Wendell 27591?

Among the 13,224 homes in Wendell 27591, it is worth more than 47% of them ($355,000 against a typical $365,219), its price per square foot is higher than 59% of them ($212 against a typical $203), it is bigger than 38% of them (1,678 ft² against a typical 1,874 ft²), its lot is bigger than 8% of them (3,049 ft² against a typical 0.35 ac) and it is newer than 67% of them (2020 against a typical 2014). Measured against all of Wake County, it is worth more than 27% 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 261 Douglas Falls Dr, Wendell, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 261 Douglas Falls Dr, Wendell, NC was $4,199. The county assessed it at $387,283.

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