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$254,076$177 / 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 89How 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 $164,000 on Dec 14, 2018

5939 SAN MARCOS WAY

RALEIGH, NC 27616
2.5
Baths
1,432 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.
1,307 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2002
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
Pre-foreclosure (NOD)A foreclosure notice on this home is currently active. Many are worked out before any auction happens.
A foreclosure-related notice has been recorded for this property.

Valuation

$254K
$225K low$283K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$164,000 · Dec 14, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,360 (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.$268,263 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$70,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$198,263
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$268,263

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.19
35
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.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.Townhouse
CountyWAKE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.03
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.No Foundation
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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.Patio · 100 ft²Porch · 40 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(2)

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 · 0.6 mi
M
East Millbrook Magnet Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.3 mi
H
Wakefield High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.1 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

5939 San Marcos Way 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 93% of homes in Wake County
  • Costs less per square foot than 85% of homes in Wake County
  • Smaller than 81% of homes in Wake County
  • Has a smaller lot than 95% of homes in Wake County

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
$199K$593K

This home is worth more than 9% 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$254,076
CheaperTypical $348,265Pricier

Pricier than 9% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$177
CheaperTypical $187Pricier

Pricier than 35% of homes nearby

Living area1,432 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,818 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Lot size1,307 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 8% of homes nearby

Year built2002
OlderTypical 2003Newer

Newer than 46% of homes nearby

How 5939 San Marcos Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForestvilleRaleigh 27616Wake County
Estimated valuepricier than$254,0769% of homes9% of homes7% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17736% of homes35% of homes15% of homes
Living areabigger than1,432 ft²22% of homes23% of homes19% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,307 ft²10% of homes8% of homes5% of homes
Year builtnewer than200242% of homes46% of homes53% of homes

About 5939 San Marcos Way

How much is 5939 San Marcos Way, Raleigh, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5939 San Marcos Way, Raleigh, NC is $254,076 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $225,153 to $282,999. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5939 San Marcos Way, Raleigh, NC last sell?

5939 San Marcos Way, Raleigh, NC last sold on Dec 14, 2018 for $164,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5939 San Marcos Way, Raleigh, NC?

5939 San Marcos Way, Raleigh, NC has 2.5 bathrooms, 1,432 square feet of living space and a 0.03-acre lot.

When was 5939 San Marcos Way, Raleigh, NC built?

5939 San Marcos Way, Raleigh, NC was built in 2002, making it 24 years old. It is a townhouse home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5939 San Marcos Way, Raleigh, NC?

5939 San Marcos Way, 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 5939 San Marcos Way, Raleigh, NC compare to other homes in Raleigh 27616?

Among the 18,464 homes in Raleigh 27616, it is worth more than 9% of them ($254,076 against a typical $348,265), its price per square foot is higher than 35% of them ($177 against a typical $187), it is bigger than 23% of them (1,432 ft² against a typical 1,818 ft²), its lot is bigger than 8% of them (1,307 ft² against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 46% of them (2002 against a typical 2003). Measured against all of Wake County, it is worth more than 7% 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 5939 San Marcos Way, Raleigh, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5939 San Marcos Way, Raleigh, NC was $2,360. The county assessed it at $268,263.

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