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$441,392$201 / 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 86How 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 $139,000 on Mar 30, 1999

838 LAKE FOREST DR

RALEIGH, NC 27615
2
Baths
2,198 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.
0.55 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.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$441K
$380K low$503K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$139,000 · Mar 30, 1999
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.$441,392
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$353,114

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,812 (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.$434,796 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$185,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$249,796
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$434,796
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$434,796

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.Ranch
CountyWake
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1988
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.55
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.Porch · 200 ft²

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

E
North Ridge Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.4 mi
M
West Millbrook Magnet Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
H
Sanderson High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi

District: Wake County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27615These 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.72
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.38%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.0%
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.45,426
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,345 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$107,636
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$135,562
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.Owner occupied
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

838 Lake Forest 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 66% of homes in Raleigh 27615
  • Costs less per square foot than 85% of homes in Raleigh 27615
  • Has a bigger lot than 90% of homes in North Raleigh
  • Among the oldest homes in North Raleigh

What homes are worth in Raleigh 27615

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

This home
$204K$1.6M

This home is worth more than 34% of homes in Raleigh 27615.

How it measures up in Raleigh 27615

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Raleigh 27615.

Estimated value$441,392
CheaperTypical $526,377Pricier

Pricier than 34% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$201
CheaperTypical $248Pricier

Pricier than 15% of homes nearby

Living area2,198 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,187 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Lot size0.55 ac
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 76% of homes nearby

Year built1958
OlderTypical 1986Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 838 Lake Forest Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorth RaleighRaleigh 27615Wake County
Estimated valuepricier than$441,39240% of homes34% of homes43% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20120% of homes15% of homes28% of homes
Living areabigger than2,198 ft²60% of homes51% of homes53% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.55 ac90% of homes76% of homes80% of homes
Year builtnewer than1958almost no homesalmost no homes5% of homes

About 838 Lake Forest Dr

How much is 838 Lake Forest Dr, Raleigh, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 838 Lake Forest Dr, Raleigh, NC is $441,392 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $379,919 to $502,865. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 838 Lake Forest Dr, Raleigh, NC last sell?

838 Lake Forest Dr, Raleigh, NC last sold on Mar 30, 1999 for $139,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 838 Lake Forest Dr, Raleigh, NC?

838 Lake Forest Dr, Raleigh, NC has 2 bathrooms, 2,198 square feet of living space and a 0.55-acre lot.

When was 838 Lake Forest Dr, Raleigh, NC built?

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

What schools serve 838 Lake Forest Dr, Raleigh, NC?

838 Lake Forest Dr, Raleigh, NC is assigned to North Ridge Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; West Millbrook Magnet Middle School (middle), rated A-; Sanderson High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Wake County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 838 Lake Forest Dr, Raleigh, NC compare to other homes in Raleigh 27615?

Among the 15,136 homes in Raleigh 27615, it is worth more than 34% of them ($441,392 against a typical $526,377), its price per square foot is higher than 15% of them ($201 against a typical $248), it is bigger than 51% of them (2,198 ft² against a typical 2,187 ft²), its lot is bigger than 76% of them (0.55 ac against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1958 against a typical 1986). Measured against all of Wake County, it is worth more than 43% 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 838 Lake Forest Dr, Raleigh, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 838 Lake Forest Dr, Raleigh, NC was $3,812. The county assessed it at $434,796.

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