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$725,266$217 / 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 94How 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 $379,000 on Jan 13, 2010

856 RIVER SONG PL

CARY, NC 27519
4
Baths
3,343 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.
0.23 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2009
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$725K
$685K low$766K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$379,000 · Jan 13, 2010
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.$440,266
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$352,213
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.37%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$285,000
FREEDOM MORTGAGE · R · recorded Oct 23, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,069 (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.$822,439 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$220,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$602,439
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$822,439
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$822,439

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.31
99
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
14
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
42
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.189 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.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyWake
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.23
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.Deck · 176 ft²Porch · 144 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.

M
Alston Ridge Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.6 mi
E
Alston Ridge Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.1 mi
H
Panther Creek High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi

District: Wake County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27519These 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.12
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.93
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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.40%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.6%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.65,193
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,847 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$150,916
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$176,855
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.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

856 River Song Pl 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 79% of homes in Wake County
  • Costs less per square foot than 86% of homes in Cary 27519
  • Bigger than 87% of homes in Wake County
  • Has a bigger lot than 66% of homes in Cary 27519
  • Newer than 70% of homes in Wake County

What homes are worth in Cary 27519

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

This home
$344K$1.6M

This home is worth more than 54% of homes in Cary 27519.

How it measures up in Cary 27519

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Cary 27519.

Estimated value$725,266
CheaperTypical $695,926Pricier

Pricier than 54% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$217
CheaperTypical $260Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Living area3,343 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,666 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Year built2009
OlderTypical 2008Newer

Newer than 54% of homes nearby

How 856 River Song Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCary 27519Wake County
Estimated valuepricier than$725,26654% of homes79% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21714% of homes40% of homes
Living areabigger than3,343 ft²72% of homes87% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac66% of homes50% of homes
Year builtnewer than200954% of homes70% of homes

About 856 River Song Pl

How much is 856 River Song Pl, Cary, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 856 River Song Pl, Cary, NC is $725,266 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $684,740 to $765,792. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 856 River Song Pl, Cary, NC last sell?

856 River Song Pl, Cary, NC last sold on Jan 13, 2010 for $379,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 856 River Song Pl, Cary, NC?

856 River Song Pl, Cary, NC has 4 bathrooms, 3,343 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 856 River Song Pl, Cary, NC built?

856 River Song Pl, Cary, NC was built in 2009, making it 17 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 856 River Song Pl, Cary, NC?

856 River Song Pl, Cary, NC is assigned to Alston Ridge Middle School (middle), rated A+; Alston Ridge Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Panther Creek High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Wake County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 856 River Song Pl, Cary, NC compare to other homes in Cary 27519?

Among the 21,282 homes in Cary 27519, it is worth more than 54% of them ($725,266 against a typical $695,926), its price per square foot is higher than 14% of them ($217 against a typical $260), it is bigger than 72% of them (3,343 ft² against a typical 2,666 ft²), its lot is bigger than 66% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 54% of them (2009 against a typical 2008). Measured against all of Wake County, it is worth more than 79% 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 856 River Song Pl, Cary, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 856 River Song Pl, Cary, NC was $7,069. The county assessed it at $822,439.

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