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Last sold for $279,500 on Oct 27, 2020

5217 ALVA DR

RALEIGH, NC 27606
3.5
Baths
4,769 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.
0.92 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2023
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$279,500 · Oct 27, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,998 (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.$1,247,385 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$200,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$1,047,385
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,247,385

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.
18
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.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyWAKE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.92
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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(1)

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.

M
Dillard Drive Magnet Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi
H
Athens Drive Magnet High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.0 mi
E
Swift Creek Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 5.7 mi

District: Wake County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27606These 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.126
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.40

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.14%
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.56,581
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,207 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$73,296
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$91,181
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

5217 Alva 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.

  • Bigger than 97% of homes in Raleigh 27606
  • Has a bigger lot than 89% of homes in Wake County
  • Among the newest homes in Raleigh 27606

How it measures up in Raleigh 27606

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Raleigh 27606.

Living area4,769 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,772 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Lot size0.92 ac
SmallerTypical 0.36 acBigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Year built2023
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than almost all homes nearby

How 5217 Alva Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRaleigh 27606Wake County
Living areabigger than4,769 ft²97% of homes97% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.92 ac70% of homes89% of homes
Year builtnewer than2023almost all homes95% of homes

About 5217 Alva Dr

When did 5217 Alva Dr, Raleigh, NC last sell?

5217 Alva Dr, Raleigh, NC last sold on Oct 27, 2020 for $279,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5217 Alva Dr, Raleigh, NC?

5217 Alva Dr, Raleigh, NC has 3.5 bathrooms, 4,769 square feet of living space and a 0.92-acre lot.

When was 5217 Alva Dr, Raleigh, NC built?

5217 Alva Dr, Raleigh, NC was built in 2023, making it 3 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5217 Alva Dr, Raleigh, NC?

5217 Alva Dr, Raleigh, NC is assigned to Dillard Drive Magnet Middle School (middle), rated B; Athens Drive Magnet High School (high), rated A-; Swift Creek Elementary School (elementary), rated A-. All sit in Wake County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5217 Alva Dr, Raleigh, NC compare to other homes in Raleigh 27606?

Among the 11,332 homes in Raleigh 27606, it is bigger than 97% of them (4,769 ft² against a typical 1,772 ft²), its lot is bigger than 70% of them (0.92 ac against a typical 0.36 ac) and it is newer than almost all of them (2023 against a typical 1987). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 5217 Alva Dr, Raleigh, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5217 Alva Dr, Raleigh, NC was $7,998. The county assessed it at $1,247,385.

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