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$238,132$163 / 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 82How 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 $122,000 on Sep 25, 1998

5251 EAGLE TRACE DR

RALEIGH, NC 27604
3
Baths
1,458 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.
2,178 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1998
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$238K
$196K low$280K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$122,000 · Sep 25, 1998

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,425 (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.$275,725 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$55,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$220,725
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$275,725
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$275,725

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.11
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
13
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.Townhouse
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Townhouse
CountyWake
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.05
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.Patio · 144 ft²Porch · 20 ft²

Foreclosure Filings(3)

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

E
Beaverdam Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.1 mi
M
River Bend Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.5 mi
H
Knightdale High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.9 mi

District: Wake County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27604These 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.130
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 100.45

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.26%
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.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.53,411
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,450 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$79,226
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$98,429
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

5251 Eagle Trace 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.

  • Worth less than 95% of homes in Wake County
  • Costs less per square foot than 91% of homes in Wake County
  • Smaller than 80% of homes in Wake County
  • Has a smaller lot than 88% of homes in Raleigh 27604

What homes are worth in Raleigh 27604

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

This home
$164K$1M

This home is worth more than 14% of homes in Raleigh 27604.

How it measures up in Raleigh 27604

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Raleigh 27604.

Estimated value$238,132
CheaperTypical $326,830Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$163
CheaperTypical $204Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Living area1,458 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,572 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Lot size2,178 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Year built1998
OlderTypical 1992Newer

Newer than 64% of homes nearby

How 5251 Eagle Trace Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRaleigh 27604Wake County
Estimated valuepricier than$238,13214% of homes5% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16314% of homes9% of homes
Living areabigger than1,458 ft²41% of homes20% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,178 ft²12% of homes12% of homes
Year builtnewer than199864% of homes43% of homes

About 5251 Eagle Trace Dr

How much is 5251 Eagle Trace Dr, Raleigh, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5251 Eagle Trace Dr, Raleigh, NC is $238,132 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $196,264 to $280,000. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5251 Eagle Trace Dr, Raleigh, NC last sell?

5251 Eagle Trace Dr, Raleigh, NC last sold on Sep 25, 1998 for $122,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5251 Eagle Trace Dr, Raleigh, NC?

5251 Eagle Trace Dr, Raleigh, NC has 3 bathrooms, 1,458 square feet of living space and a 0.05-acre lot.

When was 5251 Eagle Trace Dr, Raleigh, NC built?

5251 Eagle Trace Dr, Raleigh, NC was built in 1998, making it 28 years old. It is a townhouse home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5251 Eagle Trace Dr, Raleigh, NC?

5251 Eagle Trace Dr, Raleigh, NC is assigned to Beaverdam Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; River Bend Middle School (middle), rated D-; Knightdale 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 5251 Eagle Trace Dr, Raleigh, NC compare to other homes in Raleigh 27604?

Among the 14,702 homes in Raleigh 27604, it is worth more than 14% of them ($238,132 against a typical $326,830), its price per square foot is higher than 14% of them ($163 against a typical $204), it is bigger than 41% of them (1,458 ft² against a typical 1,572 ft²), its lot is bigger than 12% of them (2,178 ft² against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 64% of them (1998 against a typical 1992). Measured against all of Wake County, it is worth more than 5% 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 5251 Eagle Trace Dr, Raleigh, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5251 Eagle Trace Dr, Raleigh, NC was $2,425. The county assessed it at $275,725.

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