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$391,207$277 / 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 91How 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 $37,000 on Jan 1, 1977

717 MERRIE RD

RALEIGH, NC 27606
2
Baths
1,414 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.
0.29 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1969
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$391K
$356K low$426K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$37,000 · Jan 1, 1977

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,395 (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.$387,010 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$212,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$174,510
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$387,010
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$387,010

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.11
1
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.
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
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.1975
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.29
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
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
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 · 40 ft²

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

E
Combs Magnet Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.3 mi
H
Athens Drive Magnet High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
M
Centennial Magnet Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 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

717 Merrie 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.

  • Worth less than 68% of homes in Wake County
  • Costs more per square foot than 79% of homes in West Raleigh
  • Smaller than 82% of homes in Wake County
  • Has a bigger lot than 66% of homes in West Raleigh
  • Older than 90% 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 41% 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$391,207
CheaperTypical $442,882Pricier

Pricier than 41% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$277
CheaperTypical $243Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Living area1,414 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,774 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Lot size0.29 ac
SmallerTypical 0.37 acBigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Year built1969
OlderTypical 1986Newer

Newer than 18% of homes nearby

How 717 Merrie Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest RaleighRaleigh 27606Wake County
Estimated valuepricier than$391,20757% of homes41% of homes32% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$27779% of homes73% of homes77% of homes
Living areabigger than1,414 ft²45% of homes34% of homes18% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.29 ac66% of homes44% of homes60% of homes
Year builtnewer than196921% of homes18% of homes10% of homes

About 717 Merrie Rd

How much is 717 Merrie Rd, Raleigh, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 717 Merrie Rd, Raleigh, NC is $391,207 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $356,496 to $425,918. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 717 Merrie Rd, Raleigh, NC last sell?

717 Merrie Rd, Raleigh, NC last sold on Jan 1, 1977 for $37,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 717 Merrie Rd, Raleigh, NC?

717 Merrie Rd, Raleigh, NC has 2 bathrooms, 1,414 square feet of living space and a 0.29-acre lot.

When was 717 Merrie Rd, Raleigh, NC built?

717 Merrie Rd, Raleigh, NC was built in 1969, making it 57 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 717 Merrie Rd, Raleigh, NC?

717 Merrie Rd, Raleigh, NC is assigned to Combs Magnet Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Athens Drive Magnet High School (high), rated A-; Centennial Magnet Middle School (middle), rated D-. All sit in Wake County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 717 Merrie Rd, Raleigh, NC compare to other homes in Raleigh 27606?

Among the 11,329 homes in Raleigh 27606, it is worth more than 41% of them ($391,207 against a typical $442,882), its price per square foot is higher than 73% of them ($277 against a typical $243), it is bigger than 34% of them (1,414 ft² against a typical 1,774 ft²), its lot is bigger than 44% of them (0.29 ac against a typical 0.37 ac) and it is newer than 18% of them (1969 against a typical 1986). Measured against all of Wake County, it is worth more than 32% 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 717 Merrie Rd, Raleigh, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 717 Merrie Rd, Raleigh, NC was $3,395. The county assessed it at $387,010.

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