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$456,501$312 / 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 90How 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

5209 OLD WAKE FOREST RD

RALEIGH, NC 27609
2
Baths
1,465 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.
4.3 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1953
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$457K
$409K low$504K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,162 (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.$1,048,295 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,039,234
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$9,061
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,048,295
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,048,295

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.31
98
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.148 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.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.2014
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.4.30
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
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 · 168 ft²

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

E
Millbrook Magnet Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.3 mi
H
Millbrook Magnet High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi
M
East Millbrook Magnet Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.6 mi

District: Wake County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27609These 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.117
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 100.42

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.42%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.5%
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.39,499
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,515 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$94,548
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$117,912
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%

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

5209 Old Wake Forest Rd 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 70% of homes in Raleigh 27609
  • Costs more per square foot than 87% of homes in North Raleigh
  • Smaller than 80% of homes in Wake County
  • Among the largest lots in North Raleigh
  • Among the oldest homes in North Raleigh

What homes are worth in Raleigh 27609

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

This home
$170K$3.1M

This home is worth more than 30% of homes in Raleigh 27609.

How it measures up in Raleigh 27609

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Raleigh 27609.

Estimated value$456,501
CheaperTypical $623,684Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$312
CheaperTypical $305Pricier

Pricier than 52% of homes nearby

Living area1,465 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,971 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Lot size4.3 ac
SmallerTypical 0.31 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built1953
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 5209 Old Wake Forest Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorth RaleighRaleigh 27609Wake County
Estimated valuepricier than$456,50141% of homes30% of homes44% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$31287% of homes52% of homes87% of homes
Living areabigger than1,465 ft²22% of homes23% of homes20% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4.3 acalmost all homesalmost all homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than1953almost no homesalmost no homes4% of homes

About 5209 Old Wake Forest Rd

How much is 5209 Old Wake Forest Rd, Raleigh, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5209 Old Wake Forest Rd, Raleigh, NC is $456,501 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $408,885 to $504,117. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5209 Old Wake Forest Rd, Raleigh, NC last sell?

5209 Old Wake Forest Rd, Raleigh, NC last sold on Sep 18, 2008, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5209 Old Wake Forest Rd, Raleigh, NC?

5209 Old Wake Forest Rd, Raleigh, NC has 2 bathrooms, 1,465 square feet of living space and a 4.30-acre lot.

When was 5209 Old Wake Forest Rd, Raleigh, NC built?

5209 Old Wake Forest Rd, Raleigh, NC was built in 1953, making it 73 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5209 Old Wake Forest Rd, Raleigh, NC?

5209 Old Wake Forest Rd, Raleigh, NC is assigned to Millbrook Magnet Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Millbrook Magnet High School (high), rated A-; East Millbrook 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 5209 Old Wake Forest Rd, Raleigh, NC compare to other homes in Raleigh 27609?

Among the 10,082 homes in Raleigh 27609, it is worth more than 30% of them ($456,501 against a typical $623,684), its price per square foot is higher than 52% of them ($312 against a typical $305), it is bigger than 23% of them (1,465 ft² against a typical 1,971 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (4.3 ac against a typical 0.31 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1953 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of Wake County, it is worth more than 44% 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 5209 Old Wake Forest Rd, Raleigh, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5209 Old Wake Forest Rd, Raleigh, NC was $9,162. The county assessed it at $1,048,295.

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