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$286,009$172 / 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 91How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $138,500 on Nov 19, 2004

2638 FOREST SHADOWS LN

RALEIGH, NC 27614
3
Baths
1,659 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.
2,178 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2004
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$286K
$262K low$310K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$138,500 · Nov 19, 2004
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$133,933
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$107,146
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.54%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$152,076
NEW PENN FIN'L LLC · recorded Feb 19, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,549 (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.$289,974 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$55,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$234,974
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$289,974
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$289,974

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.
14
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.Townhouse
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Townhouse
CountyWake
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.05
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 · 80 ft²Porch · 30 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
Wakefield Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.7 mi
M
Wakefield Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi
H
Wakefield High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi

District: Wake County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27614These 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.52
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.79
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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.41%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.4%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.36,479
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,258 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$136,965
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$166,538
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

2638 Forest Shadows 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 93% of homes in Raleigh 27614
  • Costs less per square foot than 91% of homes in Raleigh 27614
  • Smaller than 89% of homes in Wakefield Plantation
  • Has a smaller lot than 90% of homes in Raleigh 27614
  • Newer than 67% of homes in Raleigh 27614

What homes are worth in Raleigh 27614

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

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$250K$2.6M

This home is worth more than 7% of homes in Raleigh 27614.

How it measures up in Raleigh 27614

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Raleigh 27614.

Estimated value$286,009
CheaperTypical $699,900Pricier

Pricier than 7% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$172
CheaperTypical $238Pricier

Pricier than 9% of homes nearby

Living area1,659 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,892 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Lot size2,178 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.31 acBigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Year built2004
OlderTypical 2002Newer

Newer than 67% of homes nearby

How 2638 Forest Shadows Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWakefield PlantationRaleigh 27614Wake County
Estimated valuepricier than$286,0099% of homes7% of homes12% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17219% of homes9% of homes11% of homes
Living areabigger than1,659 ft²11% of homes11% of homes29% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,178 ft²16% of homes10% of homes12% of homes
Year builtnewer than200463% of homes67% of homes58% of homes

About 2638 Forest Shadows Ln

How much is 2638 Forest Shadows Ln, Raleigh, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2638 Forest Shadows Ln, Raleigh, NC is $286,009 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $261,617 to $310,401. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2638 Forest Shadows Ln, Raleigh, NC last sell?

2638 Forest Shadows Ln, Raleigh, NC last sold on Nov 19, 2004 for $138,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 2638 Forest Shadows Ln, Raleigh, NC?

2638 Forest Shadows Ln, Raleigh, NC has 3 bathrooms, 1,659 square feet of living space and a 0.05-acre lot.

When was 2638 Forest Shadows Ln, Raleigh, NC built?

2638 Forest Shadows Ln, Raleigh, NC was built in 2004, making it 22 years old. It is a townhouse home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 2638 Forest Shadows Ln, Raleigh, NC?

2638 Forest Shadows Ln, Raleigh, NC is assigned to Wakefield Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Wakefield Middle School (middle), rated A; Wakefield High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Wake County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 2638 Forest Shadows Ln, Raleigh, NC compare to other homes in Raleigh 27614?

Among the 11,499 homes in Raleigh 27614, it is worth more than 7% of them ($286,009 against a typical $699,900), its price per square foot is higher than 9% of them ($172 against a typical $238), it is bigger than 11% of them (1,659 ft² against a typical 2,892 ft²), its lot is bigger than 10% of them (2,178 ft² against a typical 0.31 ac) and it is newer than 67% of them (2004 against a typical 2002). Measured against all of Wake County, it is worth more than 12% 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 2638 Forest Shadows Ln, Raleigh, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 2638 Forest Shadows Ln, Raleigh, NC was $2,549. The county assessed it at $289,974.

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