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$850,714$311 / 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 91How 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 $210,900 on Oct 29, 1996

5809 SAINT THOMAS DR

DURHAM, NC 27705
3
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,734 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.
1.32 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1997
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

$851K
$773K low$929K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$210,900 · Oct 29, 1996

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,562 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$561,200 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$85,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$475,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$407,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$561,200

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.7 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
CountyORANGE
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2012
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.32
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Masonry (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
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 · 76 ft²Porch · 153 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
River Park Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 5.5 mi
M
Orange Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.7 mi
H
Orange High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.7 mi

District: Orange County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27705These 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.104
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 100.39

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.92%
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.12%
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.54,304
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,232 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$79,726
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$105,909
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

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How this home compares

5809 Saint Thomas 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 more than 86% of homes in Durham 27705
  • Costs more per square foot than 77% of homes in Durham 27705
  • Bigger than 78% of homes in Durham 27705
  • Has a bigger lot than 90% of homes in Durham 27705
  • Newer than 75% of homes in Durham 27705

What homes are worth in Durham 27705

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

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$171K$1.4M

This home is worth more than 86% of homes in Durham 27705.

How it measures up in Durham 27705

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Durham 27705.

Estimated value$850,714
CheaperTypical $466,300Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$311
CheaperTypical $251Pricier

Pricier than 77% of homes nearby

Living area2,734 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,817 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Lot size1.32 ac
SmallerTypical 0.37 acBigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Year built1997
OlderTypical 1983Newer

Newer than 75% of homes nearby

How 5809 Saint Thomas Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDurham 27705Orange County
Estimated valuepricier than$850,71486% of homes80% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$31177% of homes68% of homes
Living areabigger than2,734 ft²78% of homes75% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.32 ac90% of homes69% of homes
Year builtnewer than199775% of homes62% of homes

About 5809 Saint Thomas Dr

How much is 5809 Saint Thomas Dr, Durham, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5809 Saint Thomas Dr, Durham, NC is $850,714 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $772,516 to $928,912. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5809 Saint Thomas Dr, Durham, NC last sell?

5809 Saint Thomas Dr, Durham, NC last sold on Oct 29, 1996 for $210,900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5809 Saint Thomas Dr, Durham, NC?

5809 Saint Thomas Dr, Durham, NC has 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 2,734 square feet of living space and a 1.32-acre lot.

When was 5809 Saint Thomas Dr, Durham, NC built?

5809 Saint Thomas Dr, Durham, NC was built in 1997, making it 29 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5809 Saint Thomas Dr, Durham, NC?

5809 Saint Thomas Dr, Durham, NC is assigned to River Park Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Orange Middle School (middle), rated B+; Orange High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Orange County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5809 Saint Thomas Dr, Durham, NC compare to other homes in Durham 27705?

Among the 12,417 homes in Durham 27705, it is worth more than 86% of them ($850,714 against a typical $466,300), its price per square foot is higher than 77% of them ($311 against a typical $251), it is bigger than 78% of them (2,734 ft² against a typical 1,817 ft²), its lot is bigger than 90% of them (1.32 ac against a typical 0.37 ac) and it is newer than 75% of them (1997 against a typical 1983). Measured against all of Orange County, it is worth more than 80% 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 5809 Saint Thomas Dr, Durham, NC?

The 2026 property tax bill for 5809 Saint Thomas Dr, Durham, NC was $4,562. The county assessed it at $561,200.

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