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Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $302,000 on Feb 8, 2019

557 NEW BERN AVE

RALEIGH, NC 27601
3
Baths
2,296 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.
0.12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1925
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
11
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$302,000 · Feb 8, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,858 (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.$437,759 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$313,620
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$124,139
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$437,759
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$437,759

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.11
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
12
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.Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)
CountyWake
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.12
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.None
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.Deck · 20 ft²Porch · 328 ft²

Transaction History(6)

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.

M
Ligon Magnet Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.6 mi
H
Broughton Magnet High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi
E
Powell Magnet Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.8 mi

District: Wake County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27601These 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.186
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.78
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.47

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.30%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.10,490
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,744 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$79,242
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$121,364
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

557 New Bern Ave 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.

  • Bigger than 86% of homes in Raleigh 27601
  • Has a smaller lot than 79% of homes in Wake County
  • Among the oldest homes in Wake County

How it measures up in Raleigh 27601

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Raleigh 27601.

Living area2,296 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,408 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 86% of homes nearby

Lot size0.12 ac
SmallerTypical 0.12 acBigger

Bigger than 42% of homes nearby

Year built1925
OlderTypical 1995Newer

Newer than 20% of homes nearby

How 557 New Bern Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorth Central RaleighRaleigh 27601Wake County
Living areabigger than2,296 ft²81% of homes86% of homes57% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.12 ac39% of homes42% of homes21% of homes
Year builtnewer than192526% of homes20% of homesalmost no homes

About 557 New Bern Ave

When did 557 New Bern Ave, Raleigh, NC last sell?

557 New Bern Ave, Raleigh, NC last sold on Feb 8, 2019 for $302,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 557 New Bern Ave, Raleigh, NC?

557 New Bern Ave, Raleigh, NC has 3 bathrooms, 2,296 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 557 New Bern Ave, Raleigh, NC built?

557 New Bern Ave, Raleigh, NC was built in 1925, making it 101 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 557 New Bern Ave, Raleigh, NC?

557 New Bern Ave, Raleigh, NC is assigned to Ligon Magnet Middle School (middle), rated B+; Broughton Magnet High School (high), rated A-; Powell Magnet Elementary School (elementary), rated C. All sit in Wake County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 557 New Bern Ave, Raleigh, NC compare to other homes in Raleigh 27601?

Among the 2,654 homes in Raleigh 27601, it is bigger than 86% of them (2,296 ft² against a typical 1,408 ft²), its lot is bigger than 42% of them (0.12 ac against a typical 0.12 ac) and it is newer than 20% of them (1925 against a typical 1995). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 557 New Bern Ave, Raleigh, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 557 New Bern Ave, Raleigh, NC was $3,858. The county assessed it at $437,759.

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