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$338,962$359 / 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 Jul 14, 2026

421 ALSTON ST

RALEIGH, NC 27601
2
Baths
944 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.
3,485 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1958
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

$339K
$277K low$401K 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.$338,962
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$271,170

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,876 (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.$327,444 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$285,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$42,444
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$327,444
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$327,444

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.19
40
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
12
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.8 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.0.08
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.None
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 · 84 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.

M
Ligon Magnet Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.2 mi
E
Hunter Magnet Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.2 mi
H
Enloe Magnet High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi

District: Wake County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27601These 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.186
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.78
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.47

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.30%
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.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.10,490
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,744 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$79,242
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$121,364
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

421 Alston St 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 84% of homes in Raleigh 27601
  • Costs more per square foot than 93% of homes in Wake County
  • Smaller than 98% of homes in Wake County
  • Has a smaller lot than 88% of homes in South Central Raleigh
  • Older than 95% of homes in Wake County

What homes are worth in Raleigh 27601

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

This home
$231K$1.4M

This home is worth more than 16% of homes in Raleigh 27601.

How it measures up in Raleigh 27601

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Raleigh 27601.

Estimated value$338,962
CheaperTypical $495,000Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$359
CheaperTypical $373Pricier

Pricier than 44% of homes nearby

Living area944 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,408 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Lot size3,485 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.12 acBigger

Bigger than 25% of homes nearby

Year built1958
OlderTypical 1995Newer

Newer than 36% of homes nearby

How 421 Alston St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouth Central RaleighRaleigh 27601Wake County
Estimated valuepricier than$338,96224% of homes16% of homes24% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$35961% of homes44% of homes93% of homes
Living areabigger than944 ft²18% of homes13% of homes2% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,485 ft²12% of homes25% of homes17% of homes
Year builtnewer than195838% of homes36% of homes5% of homes

About 421 Alston St

How much is 421 Alston St, Raleigh, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 421 Alston St, Raleigh, NC is $338,962 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $276,797 to $401,127. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 421 Alston St, Raleigh, NC?

421 Alston St, Raleigh, NC has 2 bathrooms, 944 square feet of living space and a 0.08-acre lot.

When was 421 Alston St, Raleigh, NC built?

421 Alston St, Raleigh, NC was built in 1958, making it 68 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 421 Alston St, Raleigh, NC?

421 Alston St, Raleigh, NC is assigned to Ligon Magnet Middle School (middle), rated B+; Hunter Magnet Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Enloe Magnet High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Wake County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 421 Alston St, Raleigh, NC compare to other homes in Raleigh 27601?

Among the 2,653 homes in Raleigh 27601, it is worth more than 16% of them ($338,962 against a typical $495,000), its price per square foot is higher than 44% of them ($359 against a typical $373), it is bigger than 13% of them (944 ft² against a typical 1,408 ft²), its lot is bigger than 25% of them (3,485 ft² against a typical 0.12 ac) and it is newer than 36% of them (1958 against a typical 1995). Measured against all of Wake County, it is worth more than 24% 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 421 Alston St, Raleigh, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 421 Alston St, Raleigh, NC was $2,876. The county assessed it at $327,444.

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