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$285,107$212 / 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 89How 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

5500 FORTUNES RIDGE DR

DURHAM, NC 27713
Building report
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,342 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.
1985
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$285K
$253K low$317K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,150 (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.$317,715 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$75,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$242,715
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$317,715
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$317,715

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.46
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
7
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
88
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
89
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.Townhouse
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Townhouse
CountyDURHAM
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.05
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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

E
Southwest Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
H
C.E. Jordan High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi
M
Sherwood Githens Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.1 mi

District: Durham Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27713These 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.81
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.100
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.33%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.7%
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.61,048
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,945 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$98,463
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$122,464
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

5500 Fortunes Ridge 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 87% of homes in Durham 27713
  • Costs less per square foot than 71% of homes in Woodcroft
  • Smaller than 82% of homes in Durham 27713
  • Has a smaller lot than 89% of homes in Durham County
  • Older than 77% of homes in Durham 27713

What homes are worth in Durham 27713

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

This home
$190K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 13% of homes in Durham 27713.

How it measures up in Durham 27713

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Durham 27713.

Estimated value$285,107
CheaperTypical $425,383Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$212
CheaperTypical $232Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Living area1,342 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,856 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 18% of homes nearby

Lot size2,178 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 19% of homes nearby

Year built1985
OlderTypical 1999Newer

Newer than 23% of homes nearby

How 5500 Fortunes Ridge Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWoodcroftDurham 27713Durham County
Estimated valuepricier than$285,10735% of homes13% of homes20% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21229% of homes32% of homes44% of homes
Living areabigger than1,342 ft²40% of homes18% of homes24% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,178 ft²40% of homes19% of homes11% of homes
Year builtnewer than198559% of homes23% of homes42% of homes

About 5500 Fortunes Ridge Dr

How much is 5500 Fortunes Ridge Dr, Durham, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5500 Fortunes Ridge Dr, Durham, NC is $285,107 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $252,916 to $317,298. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5500 Fortunes Ridge Dr, Durham, NC last sell?

5500 Fortunes Ridge Dr, Durham, NC last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5500 Fortunes Ridge Dr, Durham, NC?

5500 Fortunes Ridge Dr, Durham, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,342 square feet of living space and a 0.05-acre lot.

When was 5500 Fortunes Ridge Dr, Durham, NC built?

5500 Fortunes Ridge Dr, Durham, NC was built in 1985, making it 41 years old. It is a townhouse home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5500 Fortunes Ridge Dr, Durham, NC?

5500 Fortunes Ridge Dr, Durham, NC is assigned to Southwest Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; C.E. Jordan High School (high), rated C+; Sherwood Githens Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Durham Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5500 Fortunes Ridge Dr, Durham, NC compare to other homes in Durham 27713?

Among the 18,139 homes in Durham 27713, it is worth more than 13% of them ($285,107 against a typical $425,383), its price per square foot is higher than 32% of them ($212 against a typical $232), it is bigger than 18% of them (1,342 ft² against a typical 1,856 ft²), its lot is bigger than 19% of them (2,178 ft² against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 23% of them (1985 against a typical 1999). Measured against all of Durham County, it is worth more than 20% 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 5500 Fortunes Ridge Dr, Durham, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5500 Fortunes Ridge Dr, Durham, NC was $3,150. The county assessed it at $317,715.

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