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$727,620$232 / 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 88How 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

5236 KNOLLWOOD RD

RALEIGH, NC 27609
3
Baths
3,136 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.
0.32 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1966
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$728K
$638K low$817K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,721 (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.$653,725 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$470,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$183,725
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$653,725
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$653,725

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.
16
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.Split Level
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.2010
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.32
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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 · 550 ft²Porch · 108 ft²

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.

E
Green Magnet Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.6 mi
M
Carroll Magnet Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi
H
Sanderson High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 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%

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How this home compares

5236 Knollwood 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 more than 80% of homes in Wake County
  • Costs less per square foot than 91% of homes in Midtown Raleigh
  • Bigger than 83% of homes in Wake County
  • Older than 91% of homes in Wake County

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
$162K$3M

This home is worth more than 66% 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$727,620
CheaperTypical $588,398Pricier

Pricier than 66% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$232
CheaperTypical $294Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Living area3,136 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,979 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Lot size0.32 ac
SmallerTypical 0.31 acBigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Year built1966
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 28% of homes nearby

How 5236 Knollwood Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMidtown RaleighRaleigh 27609Wake County
Estimated valuepricier than$727,62050% of homes66% of homes80% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$2329% of homes25% of homes54% of homes
Living areabigger than3,136 ft²76% of homes82% of homes83% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.32 ac38% of homes52% of homes64% of homes
Year builtnewer than196638% of homes28% of homes9% of homes

About 5236 Knollwood Rd

How much is 5236 Knollwood Rd, Raleigh, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5236 Knollwood Rd, Raleigh, NC is $727,620 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $638,384 to $816,856. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 5236 Knollwood Rd, Raleigh, NC?

5236 Knollwood Rd, Raleigh, NC has 3 bathrooms, 3,136 square feet of living space and a 0.32-acre lot.

When was 5236 Knollwood Rd, Raleigh, NC built?

5236 Knollwood Rd, Raleigh, NC was built in 1966, making it 60 years old. It is a split level home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5236 Knollwood Rd, Raleigh, NC?

5236 Knollwood Rd, Raleigh, NC is assigned to Green Magnet Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Carroll Magnet Middle School (middle), rated C+; Sanderson High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Wake County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5236 Knollwood Rd, Raleigh, NC compare to other homes in Raleigh 27609?

Among the 10,084 homes in Raleigh 27609, it is worth more than 66% of them ($727,620 against a typical $588,398), its price per square foot is higher than 25% of them ($232 against a typical $294), it is bigger than 82% of them (3,136 ft² against a typical 1,979 ft²), its lot is bigger than 52% of them (0.32 ac against a typical 0.31 ac) and it is newer than 28% of them (1966 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of Wake County, it is worth more than 80% 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 5236 Knollwood Rd, Raleigh, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5236 Knollwood Rd, Raleigh, NC was $5,721. The county assessed it at $653,725.

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