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$721,071$274 / 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 88How 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 $174,000 on Jul 23, 1997

917 THOREAU DR

RALEIGH, NC 27609
3
Baths
2,630 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.
0.31 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1971
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

$721K
$632K low$810K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$174,000 · Jul 23, 1997
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.$585,938
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$468,750
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.19%
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.$60,000
BRANCH BANKING & TRUST CO · R · recorded Mar 2, 2012
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.$25,133
WACHOVIA BANK NA
3rd 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.$50,000

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,613 (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.$641,302 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$300,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$341,302
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$641,302
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$641,302

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.12
1
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.
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.1981
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.31
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 · 228 ft²

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

E
Douglas Magnet Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.4 mi
M
Carroll Magnet Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.2 mi
H
Sanderson High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi

District: Wake County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27609These 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.117
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
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.92%
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.4.5%
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.39,499
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,515 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$94,548
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$117,912
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

917 Thoreau 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 more than 79% of homes in Wake County
  • Costs less per square foot than 79% of homes in Midtown Raleigh
  • Bigger than 74% of homes in Raleigh 27609
  • Older than 88% of homes in Wake County

What homes are worth in Raleigh 27609

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

This home
$166K$3.2M

This home is worth more than 64% of homes in Raleigh 27609.

How it measures up in Raleigh 27609

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Raleigh 27609.

Estimated value$721,071
CheaperTypical $604,302Pricier

Pricier than 64% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$274
CheaperTypical $302Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Living area2,630 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,973 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Lot size0.31 ac
SmallerTypical 0.31 acBigger

Bigger than 53% of homes nearby

Year built1971
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 45% of homes nearby

How 917 Thoreau Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMidtown RaleighRaleigh 27609Wake County
Estimated valuepricier than$721,07145% of homes64% of homes79% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$27421% of homes39% of homes76% of homes
Living areabigger than2,630 ft²63% of homes74% of homes69% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.31 ac38% of homes53% of homes64% of homes
Year builtnewer than197155% of homes45% of homes12% of homes

About 917 Thoreau Dr

How much is 917 Thoreau Dr, Raleigh, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 917 Thoreau Dr, Raleigh, NC is $721,071 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $632,220 to $809,922. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 917 Thoreau Dr, Raleigh, NC last sell?

917 Thoreau Dr, Raleigh, NC last sold on Jul 23, 1997 for $174,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 917 Thoreau Dr, Raleigh, NC?

917 Thoreau Dr, Raleigh, NC has 3 bathrooms, 2,630 square feet of living space and a 0.31-acre lot.

When was 917 Thoreau Dr, Raleigh, NC built?

917 Thoreau Dr, Raleigh, NC was built in 1971, making it 55 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 917 Thoreau Dr, Raleigh, NC?

917 Thoreau Dr, Raleigh, NC is assigned to Douglas Magnet Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Carroll Magnet Middle School (middle), rated C+; Sanderson High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Wake County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 917 Thoreau Dr, Raleigh, NC compare to other homes in Raleigh 27609?

Among the 10,081 homes in Raleigh 27609, it is worth more than 64% of them ($721,071 against a typical $604,302), its price per square foot is higher than 39% of them ($274 against a typical $302), it is bigger than 74% of them (2,630 ft² against a typical 1,973 ft²), its lot is bigger than 53% of them (0.31 ac against a typical 0.31 ac) and it is newer than 45% of them (1971 against a typical 1972). 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 917 Thoreau Dr, Raleigh, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 917 Thoreau Dr, Raleigh, NC was $5,613. The county assessed it at $641,302.

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