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$380,969$215 / 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 Jun 23, 2026
Last sold for $191,500 on Oct 17, 2011

8616 THUNDERWOOD DR

RALEIGH, NC 27617
3
Baths
1,776 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.
3,920 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2007
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$381K
$358K low$404K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$191,500 · Oct 17, 2011
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.$104,425
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$83,540
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.73%
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.$186,544
FM LENDING SERVICES INC · recorded Oct 17, 2011
2nd 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.$90,000
TRUIST BANK

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,316 (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.$377,950 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$110,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$267,950
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$377,950
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$377,950

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.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.0.09
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 · 80 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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(1)

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

M
Leesville Road Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 mi
E
Leesville Road Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.3 mi
H
Leesville Road High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi

District: Wake County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27617These 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.109
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.42%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.3%
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.21,704
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,377 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$103,841
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$128,390
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.45 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

8616 Thunderwood 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 72% of homes in Northwest Raleigh
  • Costs less per square foot than 70% of homes in Northwest Raleigh
  • Smaller than 65% of homes in Northwest Raleigh
  • Has a smaller lot than 83% of homes in Wake County
  • Newer than 84% of homes in Northwest Raleigh

What homes are worth in Raleigh 27617

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

This home
$208K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 36% of homes in Raleigh 27617.

How it measures up in Raleigh 27617

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Raleigh 27617.

Estimated value$380,969
CheaperTypical $431,481Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$215
CheaperTypical $218Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Living area1,776 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,972 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Lot size3,920 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Year built2007
OlderTypical 2005Newer

Newer than 74% of homes nearby

How 8616 Thunderwood Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorthwest RaleighRaleigh 27617Wake County
Estimated valuepricier than$380,96928% of homes36% of homes32% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21530% of homes45% of homes38% of homes
Living areabigger than1,776 ft²35% of homes39% of homes35% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,920 ft²33% of homes41% of homes17% of homes
Year builtnewer than200784% of homes74% of homes67% of homes

About 8616 Thunderwood Dr

How much is 8616 Thunderwood Dr, Raleigh, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8616 Thunderwood Dr, Raleigh, NC is $380,969 as of Jun 23, 2026. The likely range is $358,110 to $403,827. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8616 Thunderwood Dr, Raleigh, NC last sell?

8616 Thunderwood Dr, Raleigh, NC last sold on Oct 17, 2011 for $191,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 8616 Thunderwood Dr, Raleigh, NC?

8616 Thunderwood Dr, Raleigh, NC has 3 bathrooms, 1,776 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 8616 Thunderwood Dr, Raleigh, NC built?

8616 Thunderwood Dr, Raleigh, NC was built in 2007, making it 19 years old. It is a townhouse home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 8616 Thunderwood Dr, Raleigh, NC?

8616 Thunderwood Dr, Raleigh, NC is assigned to Leesville Road Middle School (middle), rated A+; Leesville Road Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Leesville Road 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 8616 Thunderwood Dr, Raleigh, NC compare to other homes in Raleigh 27617?

Among the 5,521 homes in Raleigh 27617, it is worth more than 36% of them ($380,969 against a typical $431,481), its price per square foot is higher than 45% of them ($215 against a typical $218), it is bigger than 39% of them (1,776 ft² against a typical 1,972 ft²), its lot is bigger than 41% of them (3,920 ft² against a typical 0.13 ac) and it is newer than 74% of them (2007 against a typical 2005). Measured against all of Wake County, it is worth more than 32% 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 8616 Thunderwood Dr, Raleigh, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8616 Thunderwood Dr, Raleigh, NC was $3,316. The county assessed it at $377,950.

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