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Last sold for $2,611,500 on Feb 23, 2023

705 MARLOWE RD

RALEIGH, NC 27609
4
Baths
6,639 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.
0.51 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1962
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$2,611,500 · Feb 23, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$23,356 (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.$2,738,164 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,200,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$1,538,164
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$2,738,164
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$2,738,164

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.46
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
9
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
86
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
90
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
45
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
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.2025
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.51
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
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
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 · 960 ft²Porch · 116 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
Root Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Oberlin Magnet Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.2 mi
H
Broughton Magnet High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.7 mi

District: Wake County Public 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

705 Marlowe Rd 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.

  • Among the largest homes in Wake County
  • Has a bigger lot than 87% of homes in Raleigh 27609
  • Older than 93% of homes in Wake County

How it measures up in Raleigh 27609

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

Living area6,639 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,981 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Lot size0.51 ac
SmallerTypical 0.31 acBigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Year built1962
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 14% of homes nearby

How 705 Marlowe Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMidtown RaleighRaleigh 27609Wake County
Living areabigger than6,639 ft²98% of homes98% of homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than0.51 ac85% of homes87% of homes79% of homes
Year builtnewer than196216% of homes14% of homes7% of homes

About 705 Marlowe Rd

When did 705 Marlowe Rd, Raleigh, NC last sell?

705 Marlowe Rd, Raleigh, NC last sold on Feb 23, 2023 for $2,611,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 705 Marlowe Rd, Raleigh, NC?

705 Marlowe Rd, Raleigh, NC has 4 bathrooms, 6,639 square feet of living space and a 0.51-acre lot.

When was 705 Marlowe Rd, Raleigh, NC built?

705 Marlowe Rd, Raleigh, NC was built in 1962, making it 64 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 705 Marlowe Rd, Raleigh, NC?

705 Marlowe Rd, Raleigh, NC is assigned to Root Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Oberlin Magnet Middle School (middle), rated A-; Broughton Magnet High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Wake County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 705 Marlowe Rd, Raleigh, NC compare to other homes in Raleigh 27609?

Among the 10,098 homes in Raleigh 27609, it is bigger than 98% of them (6,639 ft² against a typical 1,981 ft²), its lot is bigger than 87% of them (0.51 ac against a typical 0.31 ac) and it is newer than 14% of them (1962 against a typical 1972). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 705 Marlowe Rd, Raleigh, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 705 Marlowe Rd, Raleigh, NC was $23,356. The county assessed it at $2,738,164.

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