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$390,935$234 / 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

8228 WAKE FOREST HWY

RALEIGH, NC 27613
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,672 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.
1.43 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1958
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$391K
$355K low$426K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$390,935
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$312,748

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,792 (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.$375,118 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$199,080
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$176,038
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$375,118
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$375,118

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.55
46
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.
88
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
83
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.35 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.Rural 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.1.43
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
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 · 644 ft²

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

M
Neal Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.6 mi
E
Spring Valley Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 5.7 mi
H
Southern School of Energy and SustainabilityD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.3 mi

District: Durham Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27613These 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.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.44

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.97%
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.3.5%
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.48,931
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,962 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$122,445
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$146,403
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

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

8228 Wake Forest Hwy 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 78% of homes in Raleigh 27613
  • Smaller than 77% of homes in Raleigh 27613
  • Has a bigger lot than 95% of homes in Durham County
  • Among the oldest homes in Raleigh 27613

What homes are worth in Raleigh 27613

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

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$235K$1.5M

This home is worth more than 22% of homes in Raleigh 27613.

How it measures up in Raleigh 27613

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Raleigh 27613.

Estimated value$390,935
CheaperTypical $577,025Pricier

Pricier than 22% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$234
CheaperTypical $243Pricier

Pricier than 42% of homes nearby

Living area1,672 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,375 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Lot size1.43 ac
SmallerTypical 0.3 acBigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Year built1958
OlderTypical 1994Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 8228 Wake Forest Hwy ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRaleigh 27613Durham County
Estimated valuepricier than$390,93522% of homes49% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23442% of homes56% of homes
Living areabigger than1,672 ft²23% of homes46% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.43 ac92% of homes95% of homes
Year builtnewer than1958almost no homes17% of homes

About 8228 Wake Forest Hwy

How much is 8228 Wake Forest Hwy, Raleigh, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8228 Wake Forest Hwy, Raleigh, NC is $390,935 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $355,429 to $426,441. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8228 Wake Forest Hwy, Raleigh, NC last sell?

8228 Wake Forest Hwy, Raleigh, NC last sold on Apr 12, 2012, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8228 Wake Forest Hwy, Raleigh, NC?

8228 Wake Forest Hwy, Raleigh, NC has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,672 square feet of living space and a 1.43-acre lot.

When was 8228 Wake Forest Hwy, Raleigh, NC built?

8228 Wake Forest Hwy, Raleigh, NC was built in 1958, making it 68 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8228 Wake Forest Hwy, Raleigh, NC?

8228 Wake Forest Hwy, Raleigh, NC is assigned to Neal Middle School (middle), rated C+; Spring Valley Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Southern School of Energy and Sustainability (high), rated D-. All sit in Durham Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8228 Wake Forest Hwy, Raleigh, NC compare to other homes in Raleigh 27613?

Among the 14,729 homes in Raleigh 27613, it is worth more than 22% of them ($390,935 against a typical $577,025), its price per square foot is higher than 42% of them ($234 against a typical $243), it is bigger than 23% of them (1,672 ft² against a typical 2,375 ft²), its lot is bigger than 92% of them (1.43 ac against a typical 0.3 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1958 against a typical 1994). Measured against all of Durham County, it is worth more than 49% 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 8228 Wake Forest Hwy, Raleigh, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8228 Wake Forest Hwy, Raleigh, NC was $2,792. The county assessed it at $375,118.

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