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$142,836$139 / 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 89How 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 $60,000 on Jan 31, 2018

8243 MERRIWEATHER CIR

RALEIGH, NC 27616
2
Baths
1,024 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.
871 ft²
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.
2
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

$143K
$127K low$158K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$60,000 · Jan 31, 2018
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.$142,836
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$114,269

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,768 (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.$200,492 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$70,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$130,492
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$200,492
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$200,492

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.28
82
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.32 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.1 percent flood zone

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.0.02
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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
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 · 20 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.

Foreclosure Filings(6)

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 · 4.3 mi
E
North Forest Pines Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 4.7 mi
M
Wake Forest Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.0 mi

District: Wake County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27616These 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.85
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.79
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.42

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.31%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.0%
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.61,672
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,721 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$80,896
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$98,558
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%

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

8243 Merriweather Cir 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 Forestville
  • Costs less per square foot than 98% of homes in Wake County
  • Among the smallest homes in Forestville
  • Among the smallest lots in Raleigh 27616
  • Older than 89% of homes in Forestville

What homes are worth in Raleigh 27616

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

This home
$199K$621K

This home is worth less than almost all homes in Raleigh 27616.

How it measures up in Raleigh 27616

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Raleigh 27616.

Estimated value$142,836
CheaperTypical $348,612Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$139
CheaperTypical $188Pricier

Pricier than 4% of homes nearby

Living area1,024 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,824 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Lot size871 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built1987
OlderTypical 2003Newer

Newer than 12% of homes nearby

How 8243 Merriweather Cir ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForestvilleRaleigh 27616Wake County
Estimated valuepricier than$142,836almost no homesalmost no homesalmost no homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1394% of homes4% of homes2% of homes
Living areabigger than1,024 ft²almost no homes2% of homes4% of homes
Lot sizebigger than871 ft²almost no homesalmost no homesalmost no homes
Year builtnewer than198711% of homes12% of homes26% of homes

About 8243 Merriweather Cir

How much is 8243 Merriweather Cir, Raleigh, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8243 Merriweather Cir, Raleigh, NC is $142,836 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $127,419 to $158,253. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8243 Merriweather Cir, Raleigh, NC last sell?

8243 Merriweather Cir, Raleigh, NC last sold on Jan 31, 2018 for $60,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8243 Merriweather Cir, Raleigh, NC?

8243 Merriweather Cir, Raleigh, NC has 2 bathrooms, 1,024 square feet of living space and a 0.02-acre lot.

When was 8243 Merriweather Cir, Raleigh, NC built?

8243 Merriweather Cir, Raleigh, NC was built in 1987, making it 39 years old. It is a townhouse home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 8243 Merriweather Cir, Raleigh, NC?

8243 Merriweather Cir, Raleigh, NC is assigned to Wakefield High School (high), rated A-; North Forest Pines Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Wake Forest Middle School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Wake County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8243 Merriweather Cir, Raleigh, NC compare to other homes in Raleigh 27616?

Among the 18,458 homes in Raleigh 27616, it is worth more than almost none of them ($142,836 against a typical $348,612), its price per square foot is higher than 4% of them ($139 against a typical $188), it is bigger than 2% of them (1,024 ft² against a typical 1,824 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (871 ft² against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 12% of them (1987 against a typical 2003). Measured against all of Wake 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 8243 Merriweather Cir, Raleigh, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8243 Merriweather Cir, Raleigh, NC was $1,768. The county assessed it at $200,492.

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