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$351,705$245 / 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 90How 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
Last sold for $130,000 on Jul 31, 1997

8224 CEDAR FALLS DR

WAKE FOREST, NC 27587
2
Baths
1,436 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.
1.98 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1987
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

$352K
$316K low$388K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$130,000 · Jul 31, 1997

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,267 (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.$351,356 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$129,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$222,156
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$351,356
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$351,356

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.
17
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.Conventional
CountyWake
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.98
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (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.Deck · 224 ft²Porch · 276 ft²

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

H
Wakefield High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.8 mi
M
Wakefield Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.0 mi
E
North Forest Pines Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 5.0 mi

District: Wake County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27587These 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.64
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 100.39

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.35%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.6%
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.91,264
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.814 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$123,637
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$143,750
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

8224 Cedar Falls 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 81% of homes in Wake Forest 27587
  • Costs more per square foot than 72% of homes in Wake Forest 27587
  • Smaller than 89% of homes in Wake Forest 27587
  • Has a bigger lot than 96% of homes in Wake County
  • Older than 89% of homes in Wake Forest 27587

What homes are worth in Wake Forest 27587

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

This home
$231K$1.4M

This home is worth more than 19% of homes in Wake Forest 27587.

How it measures up in Wake Forest 27587

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wake Forest 27587.

Estimated value$351,705
CheaperTypical $523,000Pricier

Pricier than 19% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$245
CheaperTypical $215Pricier

Pricier than 72% of homes nearby

Living area1,436 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,457 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Lot size1.98 ac
SmallerTypical 0.31 acBigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Year built1987
OlderTypical 2007Newer

Newer than 11% of homes nearby

How 8224 Cedar Falls Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWake Forest 27587Wake County
Estimated valuepricier than$351,70519% of homes27% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24572% of homes61% of homes
Living areabigger than1,436 ft²11% of homes19% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.98 ac92% of homes96% of homes
Year builtnewer than198711% of homes26% of homes

About 8224 Cedar Falls Dr

How much is 8224 Cedar Falls Dr, Wake Forest, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8224 Cedar Falls Dr, Wake Forest, NC is $351,705 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $315,513 to $387,897. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8224 Cedar Falls Dr, Wake Forest, NC last sell?

8224 Cedar Falls Dr, Wake Forest, NC last sold on Jul 31, 1997 for $130,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8224 Cedar Falls Dr, Wake Forest, NC?

8224 Cedar Falls Dr, Wake Forest, NC has 2 bathrooms, 1,436 square feet of living space and a 1.98-acre lot.

When was 8224 Cedar Falls Dr, Wake Forest, NC built?

8224 Cedar Falls Dr, Wake Forest, NC was built in 1987, making it 39 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8224 Cedar Falls Dr, Wake Forest, NC?

8224 Cedar Falls Dr, Wake Forest, NC is assigned to Wakefield High School (high), rated A-; Wakefield Middle School (middle), rated A; North Forest Pines Elementary School (elementary), rated B-. All sit in Wake County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8224 Cedar Falls Dr, Wake Forest, NC compare to other homes in Wake Forest 27587?

Among the 30,778 homes in Wake Forest 27587, it is worth more than 19% of them ($351,705 against a typical $523,000), its price per square foot is higher than 72% of them ($245 against a typical $215), it is bigger than 11% of them (1,436 ft² against a typical 2,457 ft²), its lot is bigger than 92% of them (1.98 ac against a typical 0.31 ac) and it is newer than 11% of them (1987 against a typical 2007). Measured against all of Wake County, it is worth more than 27% 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 8224 Cedar Falls Dr, Wake Forest, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8224 Cedar Falls Dr, Wake Forest, NC was $2,267. The county assessed it at $351,356.

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