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$334,794$258 / 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

3409 MELROSE DR

RALEIGH, NC 27604
2
Baths
1,296 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.
1963
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$335K
$305K low$364K high
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.$203,587
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$162,870
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.39%
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.$70,500
WACHOVIA BANK NA · recorded Nov 27, 2006
2nd 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.$60,707
WACHOVIA BANK NA

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,762 (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.$272,308 (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.$167,308
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$272,308
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$272,308

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.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.1968
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 · 336 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
Wilburn Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.3 mi
H
Millbrook Magnet High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.4 mi
M
Durant Road Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 6.9 mi

District: Wake County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27604These 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.130
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 100.45

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.26%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
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.53,411
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,450 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$79,226
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$98,429
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%

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

3409 Melrose 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 77% of homes in Wake County
  • Costs more per square foot than 78% of homes in Raleigh 27604
  • Smaller than 87% of homes in Wake County
  • Has a bigger lot than 86% of homes in Raleigh 27604
  • Older than 92% of homes in Wake County

What homes are worth in Raleigh 27604

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

This home
$172K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 49% of homes in Raleigh 27604.

How it measures up in Raleigh 27604

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Raleigh 27604.

Estimated value$334,794
CheaperTypical $335,653Pricier

Pricier than 49% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$258
CheaperTypical $209Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Living area1,296 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,572 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Lot size0.45 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 86% of homes nearby

Year built1963
OlderTypical 1993Newer

Newer than 17% of homes nearby

How 3409 Melrose Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRaleigh 27604Wake County
Estimated valuepricier than$334,79449% of homes23% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25878% of homes68% of homes
Living areabigger than1,296 ft²26% of homes13% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.45 ac86% of homes75% of homes
Year builtnewer than196317% of homes8% of homes

About 3409 Melrose Dr

How much is 3409 Melrose Dr, Raleigh, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3409 Melrose Dr, Raleigh, NC is $334,794 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $305,423 to $364,165. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 3409 Melrose Dr, Raleigh, NC?

3409 Melrose Dr, Raleigh, NC has 2 bathrooms, 1,296 square feet of living space and a 0.45-acre lot.

When was 3409 Melrose Dr, Raleigh, NC built?

3409 Melrose Dr, Raleigh, NC was built in 1963, making it 63 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 3409 Melrose Dr, Raleigh, NC?

3409 Melrose Dr, Raleigh, NC is assigned to Wilburn Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Millbrook Magnet High School (high), rated A-; Durant Road 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 3409 Melrose Dr, Raleigh, NC compare to other homes in Raleigh 27604?

Among the 14,678 homes in Raleigh 27604, it is worth more than 49% of them ($334,794 against a typical $335,653), its price per square foot is higher than 78% of them ($258 against a typical $209), it is bigger than 26% of them (1,296 ft² against a typical 1,572 ft²), its lot is bigger than 86% of them (0.45 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 17% of them (1963 against a typical 1993). Measured against all of Wake County, it is worth more than 23% 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 3409 Melrose Dr, Raleigh, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 3409 Melrose Dr, Raleigh, NC was $1,762. The county assessed it at $272,308.

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