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$258,170$183 / 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 95How 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 $192,000 on Nov 26, 2019

8956 COMMONS TOWNES DR

RALEIGH, NC 27616
3
Baths
1,408 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.
871 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2017
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$258K
$245K low$271K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$192,000 · Nov 26, 2019
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.$109,070
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$87,256
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.58%
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.$149,100
ARK-LA-TEX FINANCIAL SERVICES LLC · recorded Nov 20, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,527 (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.$287,484 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$65,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$222,484
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$287,484
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$287,484

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.23
54
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
16
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.18 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.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.0.02
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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 · 100 ft²Porch · 32 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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.

E
Wildwood Forest Magnet Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.5 mi
M
East Millbrook Magnet Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.3 mi
H
Wakefield High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.4 mi

District: Wake County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27616These 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.85
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.79
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.42

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.31%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.0%
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.61,672
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,721 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$80,896
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$98,558
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.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.Yes

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

8956 Commons Townes 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 93% of homes in Wake County
  • Costs less per square foot than 83% of homes in Wake County
  • Smaller than 82% of homes in Wake County
  • Among the smallest lots in Forestville
  • Newer than 83% of homes in Forestville

What homes are worth in Raleigh 27616

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

This home
$203K$636K

This home is worth more than 11% of homes in Raleigh 27616.

How it measures up in Raleigh 27616

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Raleigh 27616.

Estimated value$258,170
CheaperTypical $349,829Pricier

Pricier than 11% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$183
CheaperTypical $188Pricier

Pricier than 43% of homes nearby

Living area1,408 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,824 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Lot size871 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built2017
OlderTypical 2003Newer

Newer than 81% of homes nearby

How 8956 Commons Townes Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForestvilleRaleigh 27616Wake County
Estimated valuepricier than$258,17011% of homes11% of homes7% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18345% of homes43% of homes17% of homes
Living areabigger than1,408 ft²21% of homes22% of homes18% of homes
Lot sizebigger than871 ft²almost no homesalmost no homesalmost no homes
Year builtnewer than201783% of homes81% of homes81% of homes

About 8956 Commons Townes Dr

How much is 8956 Commons Townes Dr, Raleigh, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8956 Commons Townes Dr, Raleigh, NC is $258,170 as of Jun 23, 2026. The likely range is $245,261 to $271,078. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8956 Commons Townes Dr, Raleigh, NC last sell?

8956 Commons Townes Dr, Raleigh, NC last sold on Nov 26, 2019 for $192,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 8956 Commons Townes Dr, Raleigh, NC?

8956 Commons Townes Dr, Raleigh, NC has 3 bathrooms, 1,408 square feet of living space and a 0.02-acre lot.

When was 8956 Commons Townes Dr, Raleigh, NC built?

8956 Commons Townes Dr, Raleigh, NC was built in 2017, making it 9 years old. It is a townhouse home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 8956 Commons Townes Dr, Raleigh, NC?

8956 Commons Townes Dr, Raleigh, NC is assigned to Wildwood Forest Magnet Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; East Millbrook Magnet Middle School (middle), rated D-; Wakefield 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 8956 Commons Townes Dr, Raleigh, NC compare to other homes in Raleigh 27616?

Among the 18,457 homes in Raleigh 27616, it is worth more than 11% of them ($258,170 against a typical $349,829), its price per square foot is higher than 43% of them ($183 against a typical $188), it is bigger than 22% of them (1,408 ft² against a typical 1,824 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (871 ft² against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 81% of them (2017 against a typical 2003). Measured against all of Wake County, it is worth more than 7% 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 8956 Commons Townes Dr, Raleigh, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8956 Commons Townes Dr, Raleigh, NC was $2,527. The county assessed it at $287,484.

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