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$152,424$165 / 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 68How 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 $146,000 on Dec 10, 2021

709 RIDGEWAY AVE

DURHAM, NC 27701
2
Beds
1
Baths
924 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.
0.12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$152K
$104K low$201K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$146,000 · Dec 10, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,722 (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.$274,562 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$120,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$154,162
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$274,562
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$274,562

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.45
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
7
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.
87
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.
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
CountyDurham
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.12
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.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.Porch · 180 ft²

Transaction History(5)

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
Burton Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.1 mi
M
Shepard Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
H
Hillside High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi

District: Durham Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27701These 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.147
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.99
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.41

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.85%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
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.28,473
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,332 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$69,759
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$94,653
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°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

709 Ridgeway 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 98% of homes in Durham County
  • Costs less per square foot than 91% of homes in Durham County
  • Smaller than 96% of homes in Durham County
  • Has a smaller lot than 86% of homes in Durham 27701
  • Older than 98% of homes in Durham County

What homes are worth in Durham 27701

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

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$132K$1.5M

This home is worth more than 5% of homes in Durham 27701.

How it measures up in Durham 27701

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Durham 27701.

Estimated value$152,424
CheaperTypical $445,840Pricier

Pricier than 5% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$165
CheaperTypical $326Pricier

Pricier than 10% of homes nearby

Living area924 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,440 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Lot size0.12 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1945Newer

Newer than 18% of homes nearby

How 709 Ridgeway Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDurham 27701Durham County
Estimated valuepricier than$152,4245% of homes2% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16510% of homes9% of homes
Living areabigger than924 ft²13% of homes4% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.12 ac14% of homes19% of homes
Year builtnewer than192018% of homes2% of homes

About 709 Ridgeway Ave

How much is 709 Ridgeway Ave, Durham, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 709 Ridgeway Ave, Durham, NC is $152,424 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $104,192 to $200,656. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 709 Ridgeway Ave, Durham, NC last sell?

709 Ridgeway Ave, Durham, NC last sold on Dec 10, 2021 for $146,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 709 Ridgeway Ave, Durham, NC?

709 Ridgeway Ave, Durham, NC has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 924 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 709 Ridgeway Ave, Durham, NC built?

709 Ridgeway Ave, Durham, NC was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 709 Ridgeway Ave, Durham, NC?

709 Ridgeway Ave, Durham, NC is assigned to Burton Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Shepard Middle School (middle), rated B+; Hillside High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Durham Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 709 Ridgeway Ave, Durham, NC compare to other homes in Durham 27701?

Among the 5,739 homes in Durham 27701, it is worth more than 5% of them ($152,424 against a typical $445,840), its price per square foot is higher than 10% of them ($165 against a typical $326), it is bigger than 13% of them (924 ft² against a typical 1,440 ft²), its lot is bigger than 14% of them (0.12 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 18% of them (1920 against a typical 1945). Measured against all of Durham 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 709 Ridgeway Ave, Durham, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 709 Ridgeway Ave, Durham, NC was $2,722. The county assessed it at $274,562.

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