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$449,500$496 / 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 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $508,000 on Jul 17, 2024

523 S WEST ST

RALEIGH, NC 27601
Building report
1
Baths
906 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.
2020
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$450K
$413K low$486K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$508,000 · Jul 17, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,852 (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.$514,033 (2025)
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$514,033
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$514,033

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.44
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
84
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
91
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. 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.Condominium
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Condo/Apartment
CountyWAKE
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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(3)

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
Conn Magnet Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.0 mi
M
Centennial Magnet Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.6 mi
H
Southeast Raleigh Magnet High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.0 mi

District: Wake County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27601These 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.186
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.78
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.47

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.30%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.10,490
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,744 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$79,242
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$121,364
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

523 S West 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 98% of homes in Wake County
  • Smaller than 98% of homes in Wake County
  • Newer than 90% of homes in Raleigh 27601

What homes are worth in Raleigh 27601

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

This home
$217K$1.4M

This home is worth more than 38% of homes in Raleigh 27601.

How it measures up in Raleigh 27601

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Raleigh 27601.

Estimated value$449,500
CheaperTypical $498,273Pricier

Pricier than 38% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$496
CheaperTypical $379Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Living area906 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,409 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Year built2020
OlderTypical 1995Newer

Newer than 90% of homes nearby

How 523 S West St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCentral RaleighRaleigh 27601Wake County
Estimated valuepricier than$449,50049% of homes38% of homes47% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$49681% of homes84% of homes98% of homes
Living areabigger than906 ft²9% of homes11% of homes2% of homes
Year builtnewer than202083% of homes90% of homes88% of homes

About 523 S West St

How much is 523 S West St, Raleigh, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 523 S West St, Raleigh, NC is $449,500 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $412,889 to $486,111. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 523 S West St, Raleigh, NC last sell?

523 S West St, Raleigh, NC last sold on Jul 17, 2024 for $508,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 523 S West St, Raleigh, NC?

523 S West St, Raleigh, NC has 1 bathrooms and 906 square feet of living space.

When was 523 S West St, Raleigh, NC built?

523 S West St, Raleigh, NC was built in 2020, making it 6 years old. It is a condo/apartment home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 523 S West St, Raleigh, NC?

523 S West St, Raleigh, NC is assigned to Conn Magnet Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Centennial Magnet Middle School (middle), rated D; Southeast Raleigh Magnet High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Wake County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 523 S West St, Raleigh, NC compare to other homes in Raleigh 27601?

Among the 2,662 homes in Raleigh 27601, it is worth more than 38% of them ($449,500 against a typical $498,273), its price per square foot is higher than 84% of them ($496 against a typical $379), it is bigger than 11% of them (906 ft² against a typical 1,409 ft²) and it is newer than 90% of them (2020 against a typical 1995). Measured against all of Wake County, it is worth more than 47% 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 523 S West St, Raleigh, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 523 S West St, Raleigh, NC was $4,852. The county assessed it at $514,033.

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