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$338,567$271 / 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 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $67,500 on Nov 12, 2009

5501 THORNTON RD

RALEIGH, NC 27616
2
Baths
1,250 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 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1965
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$339K
$315K low$362K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$67,500 · Nov 12, 2009

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,484 (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.$228,909 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$90,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$138,909
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$228,909
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$228,909

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.32
99
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
16
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.197 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.1 percent flood zone

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.1.00
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.Raised (Unspecified)
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
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.Porch · 80 ft²

Transaction History(4)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

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
Wildwood Forest Magnet Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.5 mi
M
East Millbrook Magnet Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.4 mi
H
Wakefield High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.6 mi

District: Wake County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27616These 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.85
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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.31%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.0%
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.61,672
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,721 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$80,896
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$98,558
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

5501 Thornton Rd 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 78% of homes in Wake County
  • Costs more per square foot than 97% of homes in Forestville
  • Smaller than 90% of homes in Forestville
  • Has a bigger lot than 98% of homes in Forestville
  • Among the oldest homes in Forestville

What homes are worth in Raleigh 27616

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

This home
$194K$624K

This home is worth more than 44% of homes in Raleigh 27616.

How it measures up in Raleigh 27616

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Raleigh 27616.

Estimated value$338,567
CheaperTypical $353,471Pricier

Pricier than 44% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$271
CheaperTypical $189Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Living area1,250 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,820 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Lot size1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 96% of homes nearby

Year built1965
OlderTypical 2003Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 5501 Thornton Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForestvilleRaleigh 27616Wake County
Estimated valuepricier than$338,56742% of homes44% of homes22% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$27197% of homes97% of homes74% of homes
Living areabigger than1,250 ft²10% of homes10% of homes11% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1 ac98% of homes96% of homes91% of homes
Year builtnewer than1965almost no homesalmost no homes8% of homes

About 5501 Thornton Rd

How much is 5501 Thornton Rd, Raleigh, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5501 Thornton Rd, Raleigh, NC is $338,567 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $315,113 to $362,021. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5501 Thornton Rd, Raleigh, NC last sell?

5501 Thornton Rd, Raleigh, NC last sold on Nov 12, 2009 for $67,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5501 Thornton Rd, Raleigh, NC?

5501 Thornton Rd, Raleigh, NC has 2 bathrooms, 1,250 square feet of living space and a 1.00-acre lot.

When was 5501 Thornton Rd, Raleigh, NC built?

5501 Thornton Rd, Raleigh, NC was built in 1965, making it 61 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5501 Thornton Rd, Raleigh, NC?

5501 Thornton Rd, Raleigh, NC is assigned to Wildwood Forest Magnet Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; East Millbrook Magnet Middle School (middle), rated D-; Wakefield 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 Thornton Rd, Raleigh, NC compare to other homes in Raleigh 27616?

Among the 18,463 homes in Raleigh 27616, it is worth more than 44% of them ($338,567 against a typical $353,471), its price per square foot is higher than 97% of them ($271 against a typical $189), it is bigger than 10% of them (1,250 ft² against a typical 1,820 ft²), its lot is bigger than 96% of them (1 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1965 against a typical 2003). Measured against all of Wake County, it is worth more than 22% 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 Thornton Rd, Raleigh, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5501 Thornton Rd, Raleigh, NC was $1,484. The county assessed it at $228,909.

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