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$518,266$229 / 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 83How 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 $182,500 on Jul 9, 2024

505 VAN THOMAS DR

RALEIGH, NC 27615
3
Baths
2,266 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.
3,049 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1985
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$518K
$431K low$605K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$182,500 · Jul 9, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,562 (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.$406,126 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$75,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$331,126
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$406,126
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$406,126

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.0.07
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.Patio · 476 ft²

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
North Ridge Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.8 mi
M
West Millbrook Magnet Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
H
Sanderson High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi

District: Wake County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27615These 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.72
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.41

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.38%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.0%
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.45,426
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,345 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$107,636
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$135,562
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%

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How this home compares

505 Van Thomas 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.

  • Has a smaller lot than 86% of homes in Wake County
  • Older than 77% of homes in Wake County

What homes are worth in Raleigh 27615

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

This home
$214K$1.7M

This home is worth more than 51% of homes in Raleigh 27615.

How it measures up in Raleigh 27615

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Raleigh 27615.

Estimated value$518,266
CheaperTypical $514,312Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$229
CheaperTypical $240Pricier

Pricier than 41% of homes nearby

Living area2,266 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,184 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 53% of homes nearby

Lot size3,049 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 16% of homes nearby

Year built1985
OlderTypical 1986Newer

Newer than 46% of homes nearby

How 505 Van Thomas Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorth RaleighRaleigh 27615Wake County
Estimated valuepricier than$518,26659% of homes51% of homes58% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22947% of homes41% of homes52% of homes
Living areabigger than2,266 ft²63% of homes53% of homes56% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,049 ft²22% of homes16% of homes14% of homes
Year builtnewer than198547% of homes46% of homes23% of homes

About 505 Van Thomas Dr

How much is 505 Van Thomas Dr, Raleigh, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 505 Van Thomas Dr, Raleigh, NC is $518,266 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $431,162 to $605,370. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 505 Van Thomas Dr, Raleigh, NC last sell?

505 Van Thomas Dr, Raleigh, NC last sold on Jul 9, 2024 for $182,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 505 Van Thomas Dr, Raleigh, NC?

505 Van Thomas Dr, Raleigh, NC has 3 bathrooms, 2,266 square feet of living space and a 0.07-acre lot.

When was 505 Van Thomas Dr, Raleigh, NC built?

505 Van Thomas Dr, Raleigh, NC was built in 1985, making it 41 years old. It is a townhouse home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 505 Van Thomas Dr, Raleigh, NC?

505 Van Thomas Dr, Raleigh, NC is assigned to North Ridge Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; West Millbrook Magnet Middle School (middle), rated A-; Sanderson High School (high), rated C+. All sit in Wake County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 505 Van Thomas Dr, Raleigh, NC compare to other homes in Raleigh 27615?

Among the 15,146 homes in Raleigh 27615, it is worth more than 51% of them ($518,266 against a typical $514,312), its price per square foot is higher than 41% of them ($229 against a typical $240), it is bigger than 53% of them (2,266 ft² against a typical 2,184 ft²), its lot is bigger than 16% of them (3,049 ft² against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 46% of them (1985 against a typical 1986). Measured against all of Wake County, it is worth more than 58% 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 505 Van Thomas Dr, Raleigh, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 505 Van Thomas Dr, Raleigh, NC was $3,562. The county assessed it at $406,126.

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