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$247,581$263 / 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 95How 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 $125,000 on Dec 19, 2019

617 CAROLINA AVE

RALEIGH, NC 27606
1.5
Baths
942 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.
871 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1994
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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

$248K
$234K low$261K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$125,000 · Dec 19, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,735 (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.$196,647 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$55,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$141,647
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$196,647

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.20
46
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
13
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.11 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.Townhouse
CountyWAKE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.02
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.Porch · 25 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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
Athens Drive Magnet High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi
E
Adams Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.6 mi
M
Lufkin Road Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 7.7 mi

District: Wake County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27606These 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.126
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.40

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
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.56,581
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,207 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$73,296
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$91,181
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

617 Carolina 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.

  • Worth less than 95% of homes in Wake County
  • Costs more per square foot than 71% of homes in West Raleigh
  • Smaller than 98% of homes in Wake County
  • Among the smallest lots in Wake County
  • Older than 65% of homes in Wake County

What homes are worth in Raleigh 27606

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

This home
$93K$1.4M

This home is worth more than 14% of homes in Raleigh 27606.

How it measures up in Raleigh 27606

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Raleigh 27606.

Estimated value$247,581
CheaperTypical $442,882Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$263
CheaperTypical $243Pricier

Pricier than 63% of homes nearby

Living area942 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,774 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 6% of homes nearby

Lot size871 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.37 acBigger

Bigger than 6% of homes nearby

Year built1994
OlderTypical 1986Newer

Newer than 62% of homes nearby

How 617 Carolina Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest RaleighRaleigh 27606Wake County
Estimated valuepricier than$247,58120% of homes14% of homes5% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$26371% of homes63% of homes70% of homes
Living areabigger than942 ft²8% of homes6% of homes2% of homes
Lot sizebigger than871 ft²9% of homes6% of homesalmost no homes
Year builtnewer than199460% of homes62% of homes35% of homes

About 617 Carolina Ave

How much is 617 Carolina Ave, Raleigh, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 617 Carolina Ave, Raleigh, NC is $247,581 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $234,260 to $260,902. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 617 Carolina Ave, Raleigh, NC last sell?

617 Carolina Ave, Raleigh, NC last sold on Dec 19, 2019 for $125,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 617 Carolina Ave, Raleigh, NC?

617 Carolina Ave, Raleigh, NC has 1.5 bathrooms, 942 square feet of living space and a 0.02-acre lot.

When was 617 Carolina Ave, Raleigh, NC built?

617 Carolina Ave, Raleigh, NC was built in 1994, making it 32 years old. It is a townhouse home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 617 Carolina Ave, Raleigh, NC?

617 Carolina Ave, Raleigh, NC is assigned to Athens Drive Magnet High School (high), rated A-; Adams Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Lufkin Road Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Wake County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 617 Carolina Ave, Raleigh, NC compare to other homes in Raleigh 27606?

Among the 11,329 homes in Raleigh 27606, it is worth more than 14% of them ($247,581 against a typical $442,882), its price per square foot is higher than 63% of them ($263 against a typical $243), it is bigger than 6% of them (942 ft² against a typical 1,774 ft²), its lot is bigger than 6% of them (871 ft² against a typical 0.37 ac) and it is newer than 62% of them (1994 against a typical 1986). Measured against all of Wake County, it is worth more than 5% 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 617 Carolina Ave, Raleigh, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 617 Carolina Ave, Raleigh, NC was $1,735. The county assessed it at $196,647.

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