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$204,884$275 / 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 78How 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
Last sold for $73,000 on Jul 7, 2016

521 STEEL ST

RALEIGH, NC 27603
1
Baths
744 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.
0.33 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$205K
$161K low$249K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$73,000 · Jul 7, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,962 (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.$222,664 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$145,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$77,664
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$222,664
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$222,664

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.18
37
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.7 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
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.1960
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.33
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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 · 30 ft²

Transaction History(5)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(2)

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

E
Penny Road Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 8.3 mi
H
Apex High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 10.3 mi
M
Apex Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 11.0 mi

District: Wake County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27603These 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.108
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
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.62,817
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,202 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$86,402
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$112,305
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

521 Steel 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 98% of homes in Wake County
  • Costs more per square foot than 84% of homes in Raleigh 27603
  • Among the smallest homes in Raleigh 27603
  • Has a bigger lot than 84% of homes in Southwest Raleigh
  • Older than 97% of homes in Wake County

What homes are worth in Raleigh 27603

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

This home
$196K$996K

This home is worth more than 3% of homes in Raleigh 27603.

How it measures up in Raleigh 27603

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Raleigh 27603.

Estimated value$204,884
CheaperTypical $412,600Pricier

Pricier than 3% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$275
CheaperTypical $220Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Living area744 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,806 ft²Bigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.33 ac
SmallerTypical 0.49 acBigger

Bigger than 40% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 2000Newer

Newer than 6% of homes nearby

How 521 Steel St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouthwest RaleighRaleigh 27603Wake County
Estimated valuepricier than$204,8847% of homes3% of homes2% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$27582% of homes84% of homes76% of homes
Living areabigger than744 ft²3% of homesalmost no homesalmost no homes
Lot sizebigger than0.33 ac84% of homes40% of homes66% of homes
Year builtnewer than19509% of homes6% of homes3% of homes

About 521 Steel St

How much is 521 Steel St, Raleigh, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 521 Steel St, Raleigh, NC is $204,884 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $160,709 to $249,059. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 521 Steel St, Raleigh, NC last sell?

521 Steel St, Raleigh, NC last sold on Jul 7, 2016 for $73,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 521 Steel St, Raleigh, NC?

521 Steel St, Raleigh, NC has 1 bathrooms, 744 square feet of living space and a 0.33-acre lot.

When was 521 Steel St, Raleigh, NC built?

521 Steel St, Raleigh, NC was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 521 Steel St, Raleigh, NC?

521 Steel St, Raleigh, NC is assigned to Penny Road Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Apex High School (high), rated A; Apex 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 521 Steel St, Raleigh, NC compare to other homes in Raleigh 27603?

Among the 18,309 homes in Raleigh 27603, it is worth more than 3% of them ($204,884 against a typical $412,600), its price per square foot is higher than 84% of them ($275 against a typical $220), it is bigger than almost none of them (744 ft² against a typical 1,806 ft²), its lot is bigger than 40% of them (0.33 ac against a typical 0.49 ac) and it is newer than 6% of them (1950 against a typical 2000). Measured against all of Wake County, it is worth more than 2% 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 521 Steel St, Raleigh, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 521 Steel St, Raleigh, NC was $1,962. The county assessed it at $222,664.

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