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$2,661,490$359 / 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 79How 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
Last sold for $1,800,000 on Oct 15, 2013

5420 DEER FOREST TRL

RALEIGH, NC 27614
3.5
Baths
7,416 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.
4.25 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1990
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
12
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$2.7M
$2.1M low$3.2M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,800,000 · Oct 15, 2013

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$20,462 (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.$3,196,049 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$645,750
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$2,550,299
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$3,196,049

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.
15
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.4.25
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.No Foundation
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.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 120 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
Brassfield Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.8 mi
M
West Millbrook Magnet Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.0 mi
H
Millbrook Magnet High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.8 mi

District: Wake County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27614These 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.52
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.79
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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.41%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.4%
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.36,479
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,258 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$136,965
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$166,538
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 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

5420 Deer Forest Trl 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Wake County
  • Costs more per square foot than 94% of homes in Raleigh 27614
  • Among the largest homes in Wake County
  • Among the largest lots in Raleigh 27614
  • Older than 83% of homes in Raleigh 27614

What homes are worth in Raleigh 27614

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

This home
$247K$2.4M

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Raleigh 27614.

How it measures up in Raleigh 27614

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Raleigh 27614.

Estimated value$2,661,490
CheaperTypical $681,823Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$359
CheaperTypical $233Pricier

Pricier than 94% of homes nearby

Living area7,416 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,916 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Lot size4.25 ac
SmallerTypical 0.31 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built1990
OlderTypical 2002Newer

Newer than 17% of homes nearby

How 5420 Deer Forest Trl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRaleigh 27614Wake County
Estimated valuepricier than$2,661,490almost all homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$35994% of homes94% of homes
Living areabigger than7,416 ft²98% of homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than4.25 acalmost all homes98% of homes
Year builtnewer than199017% of homes29% of homes

About 5420 Deer Forest Trl

How much is 5420 Deer Forest Trl, Raleigh, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5420 Deer Forest Trl, Raleigh, NC is $2,661,490 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $2,089,465 to $3,233,515. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5420 Deer Forest Trl, Raleigh, NC last sell?

5420 Deer Forest Trl, Raleigh, NC last sold on Oct 15, 2013 for $1,800,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5420 Deer Forest Trl, Raleigh, NC?

5420 Deer Forest Trl, Raleigh, NC has 3.5 bathrooms, 7,416 square feet of living space and a 4.25-acre lot.

When was 5420 Deer Forest Trl, Raleigh, NC built?

5420 Deer Forest Trl, Raleigh, NC was built in 1990, making it 36 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5420 Deer Forest Trl, Raleigh, NC?

5420 Deer Forest Trl, Raleigh, NC is assigned to Brassfield Elementary School (elementary), rated B; West Millbrook Magnet Middle School (middle), rated A-; Millbrook Magnet High School (high), rated B. All sit in Wake County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5420 Deer Forest Trl, Raleigh, NC compare to other homes in Raleigh 27614?

Among the 11,510 homes in Raleigh 27614, it is worth more than almost all of them ($2,661,490 against a typical $681,823), its price per square foot is higher than 94% of them ($359 against a typical $233), it is bigger than 98% of them (7,416 ft² against a typical 2,916 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (4.25 ac against a typical 0.31 ac) and it is newer than 17% of them (1990 against a typical 2002). Measured against all of Wake County, it is worth more than almost all 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 5420 Deer Forest Trl, Raleigh, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5420 Deer Forest Trl, Raleigh, NC was $20,462. The county assessed it at $3,196,049.

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