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$380,630$168 / 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 91How 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 $278,000 on May 26, 2016

542 PEMBERWICH PL

CARY, NC 27519
3.5
Baths
2,268 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.
3,049 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2016
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$381K
$347K low$415K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$278,000 · May 26, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,140 (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.$480,660 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$110,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$370,660
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$480,660

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.23
60
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
14
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
42
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.24 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.Townhouse
CountyWAKE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.07
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 120 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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
Parkside Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.5 mi
H
Panther Creek High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi
M
Alston Ridge Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.0 mi

District: Wake County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27519These 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.12
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.93
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.41

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.40%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.6%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.65,193
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,847 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$150,916
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$176,855
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

542 Pemberwich Pl 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 94% of homes in Cary 27519
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Cary 27519
  • Smaller than 66% of homes in Cary 27519
  • Has a smaller lot than 86% of homes in Wake County
  • Newer than 81% of homes in Cary 27519

What homes are worth in Cary 27519

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

This home
$331K$1.4M

This home is worth more than 6% of homes in Cary 27519.

How it measures up in Cary 27519

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Cary 27519.

Estimated value$380,630
CheaperTypical $676,746Pricier

Pricier than 6% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$168
CheaperTypical $252Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area2,268 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,666 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Lot size3,049 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 18% of homes nearby

Year built2016
OlderTypical 2008Newer

Newer than 81% of homes nearby

How 542 Pemberwich Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCary 27519Wake County
Estimated valuepricier than$380,6306% of homes33% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$168almost no homes11% of homes
Living areabigger than2,268 ft²34% of homes56% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,049 ft²18% of homes14% of homes
Year builtnewer than201681% of homes80% of homes

About 542 Pemberwich Pl

How much is 542 Pemberwich Pl, Cary, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 542 Pemberwich Pl, Cary, NC is $380,630 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $346,640 to $414,620. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 542 Pemberwich Pl, Cary, NC last sell?

542 Pemberwich Pl, Cary, NC last sold on May 26, 2016 for $278,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 542 Pemberwich Pl, Cary, NC?

542 Pemberwich Pl, Cary, NC has 3.5 bathrooms, 2,268 square feet of living space and a 0.07-acre lot.

When was 542 Pemberwich Pl, Cary, NC built?

542 Pemberwich Pl, Cary, NC was built in 2016, making it 10 years old. It is a townhouse home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 542 Pemberwich Pl, Cary, NC?

542 Pemberwich Pl, Cary, NC is assigned to Parkside Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Panther Creek High School (high), rated A+; Alston Ridge Middle School (middle), rated A+. All sit in Wake County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 542 Pemberwich Pl, Cary, NC compare to other homes in Cary 27519?

Among the 21,320 homes in Cary 27519, it is worth more than 6% of them ($380,630 against a typical $676,746), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($168 against a typical $252), it is bigger than 34% of them (2,268 ft² against a typical 2,666 ft²), its lot is bigger than 18% of them (3,049 ft² against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 81% of them (2016 against a typical 2008). Measured against all of Wake County, it is worth more than 33% 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 542 Pemberwich Pl, Cary, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 542 Pemberwich Pl, Cary, NC was $4,140. The county assessed it at $480,660.

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