Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)Residential
500 COLE ST
RALEIGH, NC 27605
2
Baths
1,801 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.
0.22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1927
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,774 (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.$542,804 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$445,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$97,304
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$542,804
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$542,804
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.25
69
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.40 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.1 percent flood zone
Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.
Property Facts
Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)
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.1977
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.22
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
Transaction History(3)
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.
EHM
Partnership Magnet Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.6 mi
Broughton Magnet High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
Oberlin Magnet Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.4 mi
District: Wake County Schools
Neighborhood · ZIP 27605These 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.164
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.82
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.43
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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.40%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
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.6,700
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,403 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$72,647
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$108,979
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.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.Yes
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
500 Cole 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.
- Bigger than 66% of homes in Raleigh 27605
- Has a bigger lot than 79% of homes in Raleigh 27605
- Among the oldest homes in Wake County
How it measures up in Raleigh 27605
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Raleigh 27605.
Living area1,801 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,136 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 66% of homes nearby
Lot size0.22 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger
Bigger than 79% of homes nearby
Year built1927
OlderTypical 1953Newer
Newer than 20% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Five Points | Raleigh 27605 | Wake County |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 1,801 ft² | 47% of homes | 66% of homes | 36% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 0.22 ac | 58% of homes | 79% of homes | 45% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1927 | 16% of homes | 20% of homes | almost no homes |
About 500 Cole St
How big is 500 Cole St, Raleigh, NC?
500 Cole St, Raleigh, NC has 2 bathrooms, 1,801 square feet of living space and a 0.22-acre lot.
When was 500 Cole St, Raleigh, NC built?
500 Cole St, Raleigh, NC was built in 1927, making it 99 years old. The building has 2 stories.
What schools serve 500 Cole St, Raleigh, NC?
500 Cole St, Raleigh, NC is assigned to Partnership Magnet Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Broughton Magnet High School (high), rated A-; Oberlin Magnet Middle School (middle), rated A-. All sit in Wake County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 500 Cole St, Raleigh, NC compare to other homes in Raleigh 27605?
Among the 2,021 homes in Raleigh 27605, it is bigger than 66% of them (1,801 ft² against a typical 1,136 ft²), its lot is bigger than 79% of them (0.22 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 20% of them (1927 against a typical 1953). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 500 Cole St, Raleigh, NC?
The 2025 property tax bill for 500 Cole St, Raleigh, NC was $4,774. The county assessed it at $542,804.
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