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$185,000$257 / 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 83How 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

705 MERRYWOOD DR

RALEIGH, NC 27610
1
Baths
720 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.
0.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1993
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$185K
$153K low$217K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,591 (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.$180,150 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$125,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$55,150
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$180,150

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.25
66
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.34 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.Ranch
CountyWAKE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.13
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.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.Deck · 25 ft²

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Southeast Raleigh Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.7 mi
H
Southeast Raleigh Magnet High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi
M
Centennial Magnet Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.1 mi

District: Wake County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27610These 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.107
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.77
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.44

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.79,664
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,910 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$69,934
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$87,883
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 Merrywood 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in South Central Raleigh
  • Costs more per square foot than 86% of homes in Raleigh 27610
  • Among the smallest homes in Raleigh 27610
  • Has a smaller lot than 76% of homes in Wake County
  • Older than 67% of homes in Wake County

What homes are worth in Raleigh 27610

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

This home
$175K$688K

This home is worth more than 3% of homes in Raleigh 27610.

How it measures up in Raleigh 27610

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Raleigh 27610.

Estimated value$185,000
CheaperTypical $304,185Pricier

Pricier than 3% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$257
CheaperTypical $189Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Living area720 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,634 ft²Bigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 33% of homes nearby

Year built1993
OlderTypical 2003Newer

Newer than 34% of homes nearby

How 705 Merrywood Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouth Central RaleighRaleigh 27610Wake County
Estimated valuepricier than$185,000almost no homes3% of homes2% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25718% of homes86% of homes70% of homes
Living areabigger than720 ft²4% of homesalmost no homesalmost no homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac43% of homes33% of homes24% of homes
Year builtnewer than199363% of homes34% of homes33% of homes

About 705 Merrywood Dr

How much is 705 Merrywood Dr, Raleigh, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 705 Merrywood Dr, Raleigh, NC is $185,000 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $153,230 to $216,770. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 705 Merrywood Dr, Raleigh, NC last sell?

705 Merrywood Dr, Raleigh, NC last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 705 Merrywood Dr, Raleigh, NC?

705 Merrywood Dr, Raleigh, NC has 1 bathrooms, 720 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 705 Merrywood Dr, Raleigh, NC built?

705 Merrywood Dr, Raleigh, NC was built in 1993, making it 33 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 705 Merrywood Dr, Raleigh, NC?

705 Merrywood Dr, Raleigh, NC is assigned to Southeast Raleigh Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Southeast Raleigh Magnet High School (high), rated D-; Centennial Magnet Middle School (middle), rated D. All sit in Wake County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 705 Merrywood Dr, Raleigh, NC compare to other homes in Raleigh 27610?

Among the 24,765 homes in Raleigh 27610, it is worth more than 3% of them ($185,000 against a typical $304,185), its price per square foot is higher than 86% of them ($257 against a typical $189), it is bigger than almost none of them (720 ft² against a typical 1,634 ft²), its lot is bigger than 33% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 34% of them (1993 against a typical 2003). Measured against all of Wake County, it is worth more than 2% 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 705 Merrywood Dr, Raleigh, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 705 Merrywood Dr, Raleigh, NC was $1,591. The county assessed it at $180,150.

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