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$284,268$190 / 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 89How 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 $138,000 on Jun 5, 2006

5125 THORNTON KNOLL WAY

RALEIGH, NC 27616
3
Baths
1,496 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.
2006
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$284K
$253K low$316K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$138,000 · Jun 5, 2006

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,450 (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.$278,633 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$65,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$213,633
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$278,633
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$278,633

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.
15
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
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 · 120 ft²Porch · 88 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
Wildwood Forest Magnet Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.4 mi
M
East Millbrook Magnet Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.3 mi
H
Wakefield High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.5 mi

District: Wake County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27616These 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.85
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.79
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.42

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.31%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.61,672
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,721 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$80,896
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$98,558
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

5125 Thornton Knoll Way 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 88% of homes in Wake County
  • Costs less per square foot than 77% of homes in Wake County
  • Smaller than 78% of homes in Wake County
  • Has a smaller lot than 86% of homes in Wake County

What homes are worth in Raleigh 27616

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

This home
$204K$605K

This home is worth more than 22% of homes in Raleigh 27616.

How it measures up in Raleigh 27616

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Raleigh 27616.

Estimated value$284,268
CheaperTypical $348,115Pricier

Pricier than 22% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$190
CheaperTypical $188Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Living area1,496 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,824 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Lot size3,049 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Year built2006
OlderTypical 2003Newer

Newer than 62% of homes nearby

How 5125 Thornton Knoll Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForestvilleRaleigh 27616Wake County
Estimated valuepricier than$284,26823% of homes22% of homes12% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19054% of homes53% of homes23% of homes
Living areabigger than1,496 ft²26% of homes27% of homes22% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,049 ft²22% of homes20% of homes14% of homes
Year builtnewer than200663% of homes62% of homes64% of homes

About 5125 Thornton Knoll Way

How much is 5125 Thornton Knoll Way, Raleigh, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5125 Thornton Knoll Way, Raleigh, NC is $284,268 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $252,654 to $315,882. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5125 Thornton Knoll Way, Raleigh, NC last sell?

5125 Thornton Knoll Way, Raleigh, NC last sold on Jun 5, 2006 for $138,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5125 Thornton Knoll Way, Raleigh, NC?

5125 Thornton Knoll Way, Raleigh, NC has 3 bathrooms, 1,496 square feet of living space and a 0.07-acre lot.

When was 5125 Thornton Knoll Way, Raleigh, NC built?

5125 Thornton Knoll Way, Raleigh, NC was built in 2006, making it 20 years old. It is a townhouse home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5125 Thornton Knoll Way, Raleigh, NC?

5125 Thornton Knoll Way, Raleigh, NC is assigned to Wildwood Forest Magnet Elementary School (elementary), rated D; East Millbrook Magnet Middle School (middle), rated D-; Wakefield High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Wake County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5125 Thornton Knoll Way, Raleigh, NC compare to other homes in Raleigh 27616?

Among the 18,484 homes in Raleigh 27616, it is worth more than 22% of them ($284,268 against a typical $348,115), its price per square foot is higher than 53% of them ($190 against a typical $188), it is bigger than 27% of them (1,496 ft² against a typical 1,824 ft²), its lot is bigger than 20% of them (3,049 ft² against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 62% of them (2006 against a typical 2003). Measured against all of Wake County, it is worth more than 12% 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 5125 Thornton Knoll Way, Raleigh, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5125 Thornton Knoll Way, Raleigh, NC was $2,450. The county assessed it at $278,633.

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