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$388,677$430 / 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 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $1,290,000 on May 15, 2020

5825 N HILLS DR

RALEIGH, NC 27609
1
Baths
904 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.
4.1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1961
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$389K
$359K low$419K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,290,000 · May 15, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,927 (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.$906,620 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$906,620
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,205,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$906,620

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.12
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
15
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.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.4.10
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.Raised (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
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 · 56 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.

H
Sanderson High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi
E
Lynn Road Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.1 mi
M
Carroll Magnet Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 mi

District: Wake County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27609These 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.117
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.42%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.5%
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.39,499
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,515 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$94,548
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$117,912
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

5825 N Hills 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 75% of homes in Raleigh 27609
  • Among the highest price per square foot in North Raleigh
  • Among the smallest homes in North Raleigh
  • Among the largest lots in Raleigh 27609
  • Among the oldest homes in North Raleigh

What homes are worth in Raleigh 27609

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

This home
$161K$2.8M

This home is worth more than 25% of homes in Raleigh 27609.

How it measures up in Raleigh 27609

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Raleigh 27609.

Estimated value$388,677
CheaperTypical $603,118Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$430
CheaperTypical $298Pricier

Pricier than 85% of homes nearby

Living area904 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,974 ft²Bigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Lot size4.1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.31 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built1961
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 12% of homes nearby

How 5825 N Hills Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorth RaleighRaleigh 27609Wake County
Estimated valuepricier than$388,67731% of homes25% of homes34% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$430almost all homes85% of homes97% of homes
Living areabigger than904 ft²almost no homesalmost no homesalmost no homes
Lot sizebigger than4.1 acalmost all homesalmost all homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than1961almost no homes12% of homes7% of homes

About 5825 N Hills Dr

How much is 5825 N Hills Dr, Raleigh, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5825 N Hills Dr, Raleigh, NC is $388,677 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $358,638 to $418,716. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5825 N Hills Dr, Raleigh, NC last sell?

5825 N Hills Dr, Raleigh, NC last sold on May 15, 2020 for $1,290,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5825 N Hills Dr, Raleigh, NC?

5825 N Hills Dr, Raleigh, NC has 1 bathrooms, 904 square feet of living space and a 4.10-acre lot.

When was 5825 N Hills Dr, Raleigh, NC built?

5825 N Hills Dr, Raleigh, NC was built in 1961, making it 65 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5825 N Hills Dr, Raleigh, NC?

5825 N Hills Dr, Raleigh, NC is assigned to Sanderson High School (high), rated B-; Lynn Road Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Carroll Magnet Middle School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Wake County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5825 N Hills Dr, Raleigh, NC compare to other homes in Raleigh 27609?

Among the 10,083 homes in Raleigh 27609, it is worth more than 25% of them ($388,677 against a typical $603,118), its price per square foot is higher than 85% of them ($430 against a typical $298), it is bigger than almost none of them (904 ft² against a typical 1,974 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (4.1 ac against a typical 0.31 ac) and it is newer than 12% of them (1961 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of Wake County, it is worth more than 34% 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 5825 N Hills Dr, Raleigh, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5825 N Hills Dr, Raleigh, NC was $7,927. The county assessed it at $906,620.

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