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$1,653,864$217 / 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 90How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jun 23, 2026
Last sold for $1,085,000 on Aug 25, 2006

5501 HICKORY LEAF DR

RALEIGH, NC 27606
4
Baths
7,635 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.
1.06 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2006
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$1.7M
$1.5M low$1.8M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,085,000 · Aug 25, 2006
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$311,864
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$249,491
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.81%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$650,000
HOMEBANC MORTGAGE CORP · recorded Aug 25, 2006
2nd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$417,000
US BANK NA
3rd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$275,000

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,564 (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.$1,492,183 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$200,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$1,292,183
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,492,183
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,492,183

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.22
47
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
20
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.12 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.Conventional
CountyWake
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.06
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 40 ft²Patio · 392 ft²Porch · 383 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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
Yates Mill Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.1 mi
M
Dillard Drive Magnet Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.8 mi
H
Athens Drive Magnet High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.7 mi

District: Wake County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27606These 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.126
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.40

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
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.56,581
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,207 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$73,296
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$91,181
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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.Yes

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

5501 Hickory Leaf 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Raleigh 27606
  • Costs less per square foot than 68% of homes in Raleigh 27606
  • Among the largest homes in Wake County
  • Has a bigger lot than 92% of homes in Wake County
  • Newer than 82% of homes in Raleigh 27606

What homes are worth in Raleigh 27606

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

This home
$93K$1.4M

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Raleigh 27606.

How it measures up in Raleigh 27606

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Raleigh 27606.

Estimated value$1,653,864
CheaperTypical $422,456Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$217
CheaperTypical $240Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Living area7,635 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,770 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size1.06 ac
SmallerTypical 0.36 acBigger

Bigger than 83% of homes nearby

Year built2006
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 82% of homes nearby

How 5501 Hickory Leaf Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRaleigh 27606Wake County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,653,864almost all homes98% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21732% of homes40% of homes
Living areabigger than7,635 ft²almost all homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than1.06 ac83% of homes92% of homes
Year builtnewer than200682% of homes64% of homes

About 5501 Hickory Leaf Dr

How much is 5501 Hickory Leaf Dr, Raleigh, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5501 Hickory Leaf Dr, Raleigh, NC is $1,653,864 as of Jun 23, 2026. The likely range is $1,488,477 to $1,819,250. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5501 Hickory Leaf Dr, Raleigh, NC last sell?

5501 Hickory Leaf Dr, Raleigh, NC last sold on Aug 25, 2006 for $1,085,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5501 Hickory Leaf Dr, Raleigh, NC?

5501 Hickory Leaf Dr, Raleigh, NC has 4 bathrooms, 7,635 square feet of living space and a 1.06-acre lot.

When was 5501 Hickory Leaf Dr, Raleigh, NC built?

5501 Hickory Leaf Dr, Raleigh, NC was built in 2006, making it 20 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5501 Hickory Leaf Dr, Raleigh, NC?

5501 Hickory Leaf Dr, Raleigh, NC is assigned to Yates Mill Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Dillard Drive Magnet Middle School (middle), rated B; Athens Drive Magnet High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Wake County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5501 Hickory Leaf Dr, Raleigh, NC compare to other homes in Raleigh 27606?

Among the 11,320 homes in Raleigh 27606, it is worth more than almost all of them ($1,653,864 against a typical $422,456), its price per square foot is higher than 32% of them ($217 against a typical $240), it is bigger than almost all of them (7,635 ft² against a typical 1,770 ft²), its lot is bigger than 83% of them (1.06 ac against a typical 0.36 ac) and it is newer than 82% of them (2006 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of Wake County, it is worth more than 98% 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 5501 Hickory Leaf Dr, Raleigh, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5501 Hickory Leaf Dr, Raleigh, NC was $9,564. The county assessed it at $1,492,183.

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