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$678,238$307 / 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 94How 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 $875,500 on Mar 7, 2024

617 VELMA HOPKINS LN

RALEIGH, NC 27603
4
Baths
2,208 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.
2,178 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2023
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$678K
$635K low$721K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$875,500 · Mar 7, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,465 (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.$853,708 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$325,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$528,708
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$806,193
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$853,708

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.30
98
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
10
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.115 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.Conventional
CountyWake
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.05
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.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes

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
Broughton Magnet High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.1 mi
M
Martin Magnet Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.0 mi
E
Farmington Woods Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 6.7 mi

District: Wake County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27603These 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.108
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.43

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.11%
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.62,817
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,202 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$86,402
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$112,305
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%

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

617 Velma Hopkins Ln 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 97% of homes in Southwest Raleigh
  • Costs more per square foot than 90% of homes in Southwest Raleigh
  • Bigger than 87% of homes in Southwest Raleigh
  • Has a smaller lot than 90% of homes in Raleigh 27603
  • Among the newest homes in Southwest Raleigh

What homes are worth in Raleigh 27603

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

This home
$195K$1M

This home is worth more than 89% of homes in Raleigh 27603.

How it measures up in Raleigh 27603

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Raleigh 27603.

Estimated value$678,238
CheaperTypical $412,104Pricier

Pricier than 89% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$307
CheaperTypical $220Pricier

Pricier than 89% of homes nearby

Living area2,208 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,800 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Lot size2,178 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.5 acBigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Year built2023
OlderTypical 2000Newer

Newer than 96% of homes nearby

How 617 Velma Hopkins Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouthwest RaleighRaleigh 27603Wake County
Estimated valuepricier than$678,23897% of homes89% of homes74% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$30790% of homes89% of homes86% of homes
Living areabigger than2,208 ft²87% of homes67% of homes53% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,178 ft²27% of homes10% of homes12% of homes
Year builtnewer than2023almost all homes96% of homes96% of homes

About 617 Velma Hopkins Ln

How much is 617 Velma Hopkins Ln, Raleigh, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 617 Velma Hopkins Ln, Raleigh, NC is $678,238 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $635,061 to $721,415. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 617 Velma Hopkins Ln, Raleigh, NC last sell?

617 Velma Hopkins Ln, Raleigh, NC last sold on Mar 7, 2024 for $875,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 617 Velma Hopkins Ln, Raleigh, NC?

617 Velma Hopkins Ln, Raleigh, NC has 4 bathrooms, 2,208 square feet of living space and a 0.05-acre lot.

When was 617 Velma Hopkins Ln, Raleigh, NC built?

617 Velma Hopkins Ln, Raleigh, NC was built in 2023, making it 3 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 617 Velma Hopkins Ln, Raleigh, NC?

617 Velma Hopkins Ln, Raleigh, NC is assigned to Broughton Magnet High School (high), rated A-; Martin Magnet Middle School (middle), rated B; Farmington Woods Elementary School (elementary), rated A. All sit in Wake County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 617 Velma Hopkins Ln, Raleigh, NC compare to other homes in Raleigh 27603?

Among the 18,308 homes in Raleigh 27603, it is worth more than 89% of them ($678,238 against a typical $412,104), its price per square foot is higher than 89% of them ($307 against a typical $220), it is bigger than 67% of them (2,208 ft² against a typical 1,800 ft²), its lot is bigger than 10% of them (2,178 ft² against a typical 0.5 ac) and it is newer than 96% of them (2023 against a typical 2000). Measured against all of Wake County, it is worth more than 74% 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 Velma Hopkins Ln, Raleigh, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 617 Velma Hopkins Ln, Raleigh, NC was $7,465. The county assessed it at $853,708.

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