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$405,834$226 / 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 93How 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

7838 CAPE CHARLES DR

RALEIGH, NC 27617
3
Baths
1,796 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.
3,485 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2006
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$406K
$376K low$436K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,646 (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.$415,764 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$105,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$310,764
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$415,764
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$415,764

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.12
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
16
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.Townhouse
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Townhouse
CountyWake
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.08
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 · 120 ft²Porch · 96 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
Sycamore Creek Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Pine Hollow Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
H
Leesville Road High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.0 mi

District: Wake County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27617These 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.109
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.39

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.42%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.3%
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.21,704
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,377 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$103,841
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$128,390
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.45 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

7838 Cape Charles 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.

  • Worth less than 69% of homes in Northwest Raleigh
  • Has a smaller lot than 83% of homes in Wake County
  • Newer than 80% of homes in Northwest Raleigh

What homes are worth in Raleigh 27617

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

This home
$211K$1.4M

This home is worth more than 38% of homes in Raleigh 27617.

How it measures up in Raleigh 27617

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Raleigh 27617.

Estimated value$405,834
CheaperTypical $442,634Pricier

Pricier than 38% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$226
CheaperTypical $218Pricier

Pricier than 58% of homes nearby

Living area1,796 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,972 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 40% of homes nearby

Lot size3,485 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 40% of homes nearby

Year built2006
OlderTypical 2005Newer

Newer than 65% of homes nearby

How 7838 Cape Charles Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorthwest RaleighRaleigh 27617Wake County
Estimated valuepricier than$405,83431% of homes38% of homes35% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22640% of homes58% of homes46% of homes
Living areabigger than1,796 ft²36% of homes40% of homes36% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,485 ft²32% of homes40% of homes17% of homes
Year builtnewer than200680% of homes65% of homes64% of homes

About 7838 Cape Charles Dr

How much is 7838 Cape Charles Dr, Raleigh, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 7838 Cape Charles Dr, Raleigh, NC is $405,834 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $375,695 to $435,973. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 7838 Cape Charles Dr, Raleigh, NC last sell?

7838 Cape Charles Dr, Raleigh, NC last sold on Oct 8, 2007, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 7838 Cape Charles Dr, Raleigh, NC?

7838 Cape Charles Dr, Raleigh, NC has 3 bathrooms, 1,796 square feet of living space and a 0.08-acre lot.

When was 7838 Cape Charles Dr, Raleigh, NC built?

7838 Cape Charles Dr, Raleigh, NC was built in 2006, making it 20 years old. It is a townhouse home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 7838 Cape Charles Dr, Raleigh, NC?

7838 Cape Charles Dr, Raleigh, NC is assigned to Sycamore Creek Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Pine Hollow Middle School (middle), rated A+; Leesville Road High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Wake County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 7838 Cape Charles Dr, Raleigh, NC compare to other homes in Raleigh 27617?

Among the 5,521 homes in Raleigh 27617, it is worth more than 38% of them ($405,834 against a typical $442,634), its price per square foot is higher than 58% of them ($226 against a typical $218), it is bigger than 40% of them (1,796 ft² against a typical 1,972 ft²), its lot is bigger than 40% of them (3,485 ft² against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 65% of them (2006 against a typical 2005). Measured against all of Wake County, it is worth more than 35% 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 7838 Cape Charles Dr, Raleigh, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 7838 Cape Charles Dr, Raleigh, NC was $3,646. The county assessed it at $415,764.

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