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$523,159$188 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $335,000 on Jul 15, 2020

8517 COTTONTAIL CT

WAKE FOREST, NC 27587
2.5
Baths
2,780 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.
0.54 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1999
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$523K
$475K low$571K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$335,000 · Jul 15, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,985 (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.$516,944 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$120,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$396,944
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$516,944

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.11
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
12
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
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.2004
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.54
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.No Foundation
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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.Deck · 176 ft²Porch · 21 ft²

Transaction History(7)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

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

H
Heritage High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.0 mi
M
Rolesville Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.5 mi
E
Rolesville Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.4 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

8517 Cottontail Ct 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 78% of homes in Wake County
  • Bigger than 73% of homes in Wake County
  • Has a bigger lot than 80% of homes in Wake County
  • Older than 71% 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
$221K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 51% 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$523,159
CheaperTypical $519,305Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$188
CheaperTypical $213Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Living area2,780 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,464 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

Lot size0.54 ac
SmallerTypical 0.31 acBigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Year built1999
OlderTypical 2007Newer

Newer than 29% of homes nearby

How 8517 Cottontail Ct ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWake Forest 27587Wake County
Estimated valuepricier than$523,15951% of homes59% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18827% of homes22% of homes
Living areabigger than2,780 ft²62% of homes73% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.54 ac64% of homes80% of homes
Year builtnewer than199929% of homes45% of homes

About 8517 Cottontail Ct

How much is 8517 Cottontail Ct, Wake Forest, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8517 Cottontail Ct, Wake Forest, NC is $523,159 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $475,371 to $570,947. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8517 Cottontail Ct, Wake Forest, NC last sell?

8517 Cottontail Ct, Wake Forest, NC last sold on Jul 15, 2020 for $335,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 8517 Cottontail Ct, Wake Forest, NC?

8517 Cottontail Ct, Wake Forest, NC has 2.5 bathrooms, 2,780 square feet of living space and a 0.54-acre lot.

When was 8517 Cottontail Ct, Wake Forest, NC built?

8517 Cottontail Ct, Wake Forest, NC was built in 1999, making it 27 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8517 Cottontail Ct, Wake Forest, NC?

8517 Cottontail Ct, Wake Forest, NC is assigned to Heritage High School (high), rated B; Rolesville Middle School (middle), rated A; Rolesville Elementary School (elementary), rated A. All sit in Wake County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8517 Cottontail Ct, Wake Forest, NC compare to other homes in Wake Forest 27587?

Among the 30,783 homes in Wake Forest 27587, it is worth more than 51% of them ($523,159 against a typical $519,305), its price per square foot is higher than 27% of them ($188 against a typical $213), it is bigger than 62% of them (2,780 ft² against a typical 2,464 ft²), its lot is bigger than 64% of them (0.54 ac against a typical 0.31 ac) and it is newer than 29% of them (1999 against a typical 2007). Measured against all of Wake County, it is worth more than 59% 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 8517 Cottontail Ct, Wake Forest, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8517 Cottontail Ct, Wake Forest, NC was $4,985. The county assessed it at $516,944.

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