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$110,510$158 / 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 61How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

817 RIDGEWAY AVE

DURHAM, NC 27701
2
Beds
1
Baths
700 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.
1950
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$111K
$68K low$153K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,023 (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.$204,097 (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.$83,697
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$204,097
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$204,097

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.53
45
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
4
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.11 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
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.Forced Air
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 · 84 ft²

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 · 0.2 mi
M
Shepard Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.0 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

817 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Durham County
  • Costs less per square foot than 92% of homes in Durham County
  • Among the smallest homes in Durham County
  • Has a smaller lot than 86% of homes in Durham 27701
  • Older than 88% 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.

This home
$123K$1.5M

This home is worth less than almost all 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$110,510
CheaperTypical $443,208Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$158
CheaperTypical $320Pricier

Pricier than 10% of homes nearby

Living area700 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,440 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Lot size0.12 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1945Newer

Newer than 59% of homes nearby

How 817 Ridgeway Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDurham 27701Durham County
Estimated valuepricier than$110,510almost no homesalmost no homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15810% of homes8% of homes
Living areabigger than700 ft²4% of homesalmost no homes
Lot sizebigger than0.12 ac14% of homes19% of homes
Year builtnewer than195059% of homes12% of homes

About 817 Ridgeway Ave

How much is 817 Ridgeway Ave, Durham, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 817 Ridgeway Ave, Durham, NC is $110,510 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $67,722 to $153,298. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 817 Ridgeway Ave, Durham, NC last sell?

817 Ridgeway Ave, Durham, NC last sold on Jan 1, 1997, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 817 Ridgeway Ave, Durham, NC?

817 Ridgeway Ave, Durham, NC has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 700 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 817 Ridgeway Ave, Durham, NC built?

817 Ridgeway Ave, Durham, NC was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 817 Ridgeway Ave, Durham, NC?

817 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 817 Ridgeway Ave, Durham, NC compare to other homes in Durham 27701?

Among the 5,739 homes in Durham 27701, it is worth more than almost none of them ($110,510 against a typical $443,208), its price per square foot is higher than 10% of them ($158 against a typical $320), it is bigger than 4% of them (700 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 59% of them (1950 against a typical 1945). Measured against all of Durham County, it is worth more than almost no 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 817 Ridgeway Ave, Durham, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 817 Ridgeway Ave, Durham, NC was $2,023. The county assessed it at $204,097.

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