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$576,984$211 / 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 81How 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 $325,000 on Jun 20, 2005

8537 PURNELL RIDGE RD

WAKE FOREST, NC 27587
3
Baths
2,734 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.
5.32 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1994
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$577K
$467K low$687K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$325,000 · Jun 20, 2005

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,086 (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.$792,116 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$180,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$612,116
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$792,116
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$792,116

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.26
70
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
18
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.43 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.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.2021
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.5.32
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.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 1,160 ft²Porch · 40 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.

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 · 5.5 mi
M
Wakefield Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.7 mi
E
North Forest Pines Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 5.8 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

8537 Purnell Ridge Rd 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 more than 65% of homes in Wake County
  • Bigger than 72% of homes in Wake County
  • Among the largest lots in Wake County
  • Older than 81% 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
$230K$1.4M

This home is worth more than 60% 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$576,984
CheaperTypical $522,688Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$211
CheaperTypical $215Pricier

Pricier than 47% of homes nearby

Living area2,734 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,464 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Lot size5.32 ac
SmallerTypical 0.31 acBigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Year built1994
OlderTypical 2007Newer

Newer than 19% of homes nearby

How 8537 Purnell Ridge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWake Forest 27587Wake County
Estimated valuepricier than$576,98460% of homes65% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21147% of homes36% of homes
Living areabigger than2,734 ft²60% of homes72% of homes
Lot sizebigger than5.32 ac98% of homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than199419% of homes35% of homes

About 8537 Purnell Ridge Rd

How much is 8537 Purnell Ridge Rd, Wake Forest, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8537 Purnell Ridge Rd, Wake Forest, NC is $576,984 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $467,456 to $686,512. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8537 Purnell Ridge Rd, Wake Forest, NC last sell?

8537 Purnell Ridge Rd, Wake Forest, NC last sold on Jun 20, 2005 for $325,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8537 Purnell Ridge Rd, Wake Forest, NC?

8537 Purnell Ridge Rd, Wake Forest, NC has 3 bathrooms, 2,734 square feet of living space and a 5.32-acre lot.

When was 8537 Purnell Ridge Rd, Wake Forest, NC built?

8537 Purnell Ridge Rd, Wake Forest, NC was built in 1994, making it 32 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 8537 Purnell Ridge Rd, Wake Forest, NC?

8537 Purnell Ridge Rd, 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 8537 Purnell Ridge Rd, Wake Forest, NC compare to other homes in Wake Forest 27587?

Among the 30,773 homes in Wake Forest 27587, it is worth more than 60% of them ($576,984 against a typical $522,688), its price per square foot is higher than 47% of them ($211 against a typical $215), it is bigger than 60% of them (2,734 ft² against a typical 2,464 ft²), its lot is bigger than 98% of them (5.32 ac against a typical 0.31 ac) and it is newer than 19% of them (1994 against a typical 2007). Measured against all of Wake County, it is worth more than 65% 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 8537 Purnell Ridge Rd, Wake Forest, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8537 Purnell Ridge Rd, Wake Forest, NC was $5,086. The county assessed it at $792,116.

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