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$358,466$300 / 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 82How 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 $360,000 on Apr 29, 2026

3509 CAROLYN DR

RALEIGH, NC 27604
1.5
Baths
1,196 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.
0.26 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1962
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

$358K
$294K low$423K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$360,000 · Apr 29, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$320,167 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$150,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$170,167
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$320,167

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.Conventional
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.1972
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.26
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.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 · 240 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
Brentwood Magnet Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.3 mi
H
Southeast Raleigh Magnet High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.8 mi
M
Centennial Magnet Middle SchoolD-
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%

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How this home compares

3509 Carolyn 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 more than 78% of homes in Atlantic
  • Costs more per square foot than 94% of homes in Atlantic
  • Smaller than 92% of homes in Wake County
  • Has a bigger lot than 71% of homes in Raleigh 27604
  • Older than 93% 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
$171K$1M

This home is worth more than 61% 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$358,466
CheaperTypical $330,070Pricier

Pricier than 61% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$300
CheaperTypical $205Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Living area1,196 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,576 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 18% of homes nearby

Lot size0.26 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 71% of homes nearby

Year built1962
OlderTypical 1993Newer

Newer than 16% of homes nearby

How 3509 Carolyn Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAtlanticRaleigh 27604Wake County
Estimated valuepricier than$358,46678% of homes61% of homes29% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$30094% of homes86% of homes86% of homes
Living areabigger than1,196 ft²30% of homes18% of homes8% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.26 ac51% of homes71% of homes56% of homes
Year builtnewer than196216% of homes16% of homes7% of homes

About 3509 Carolyn Dr

How much is 3509 Carolyn Dr, Raleigh, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3509 Carolyn Dr, Raleigh, NC is $358,466 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $293,619 to $423,313. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3509 Carolyn Dr, Raleigh, NC last sell?

3509 Carolyn Dr, Raleigh, NC last sold on Apr 29, 2026 for $360,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 3509 Carolyn Dr, Raleigh, NC?

3509 Carolyn Dr, Raleigh, NC has 1.5 bathrooms, 1,196 square feet of living space and a 0.26-acre lot.

When was 3509 Carolyn Dr, Raleigh, NC built?

3509 Carolyn Dr, Raleigh, NC was built in 1962, making it 64 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 3509 Carolyn Dr, Raleigh, NC?

3509 Carolyn Dr, Raleigh, NC is assigned to Brentwood Magnet Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Southeast Raleigh Magnet High School (high), rated C-; Centennial Magnet Middle School (middle), rated D-. All sit in Wake County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3509 Carolyn Dr, Raleigh, NC compare to other homes in Raleigh 27604?

Among the 14,683 homes in Raleigh 27604, it is worth more than 61% of them ($358,466 against a typical $330,070), its price per square foot is higher than 86% of them ($300 against a typical $205), it is bigger than 18% of them (1,196 ft² against a typical 1,576 ft²), its lot is bigger than 71% of them (0.26 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 16% of them (1962 against a typical 1993). Measured against all of Wake County, it is worth more than 29% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

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