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$194,557$187 / 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 80How 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 $99,000 on Mar 11, 2004

101 MERLIN LN

ELKIN, NC 28621
3
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,040 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.
1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1964
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$195K
$156K low$233K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$99,000 · Mar 11, 2004

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$952 (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.$133,420 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$11,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$122,420
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$99,070
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$133,420

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Rural Residence
CountySurry
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.1989
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.00
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Footing
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 142 ft²

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

H
Elkin High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.3 mi
M
Elkin Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.3 mi
E
Elkin Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 2.4 mi

District: Elkin City Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28621These 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.120
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.99
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.82

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.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.19%
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.10,516
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.151 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$57,739
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$69,124
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.57°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.50 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.60%

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How this home compares

101 Merlin Ln 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 82% of homes in Elkin 28621
  • Smaller than 84% of homes in Surry County

What homes are worth in Elkin 28621

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

This home
$64K$526K

This home is worth more than 46% of homes in Elkin 28621.

How it measures up in Elkin 28621

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Elkin 28621.

Estimated value$194,557
CheaperTypical $202,954Pricier

Pricier than 46% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$187
CheaperTypical $138Pricier

Pricier than 82% of homes nearby

Living area1,040 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,456 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 18% of homes nearby

Lot size1 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Year built1964
OlderTypical 1962Newer

Newer than 54% of homes nearby

How 101 Merlin Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeElkin 28621Surry County
Estimated valuepricier than$194,55746% of homes42% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18782% of homes76% of homes
Living areabigger than1,040 ft²18% of homes16% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1 ac50% of homes48% of homes
Year builtnewer than196454% of homes39% of homes

About 101 Merlin Ln

How much is 101 Merlin Ln, Elkin, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 101 Merlin Ln, Elkin, NC is $194,557 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $155,765 to $233,349. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 101 Merlin Ln, Elkin, NC last sell?

101 Merlin Ln, Elkin, NC last sold on Mar 11, 2004 for $99,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 101 Merlin Ln, Elkin, NC?

101 Merlin Ln, Elkin, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,040 square feet of living space and a 1.00-acre lot.

When was 101 Merlin Ln, Elkin, NC built?

101 Merlin Ln, Elkin, NC was built in 1964, making it 62 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 101 Merlin Ln, Elkin, NC?

101 Merlin Ln, Elkin, NC is assigned to Elkin High School (high), rated B+; Elkin Middle School (middle), rated B; Elkin Elementary School (elementary), rated A-. All sit in Elkin City Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 101 Merlin Ln, Elkin, NC compare to other homes in Elkin 28621?

Among the 3,585 homes in Elkin 28621, it is worth more than 46% of them ($194,557 against a typical $202,954), its price per square foot is higher than 82% of them ($187 against a typical $138), it is bigger than 18% of them (1,040 ft² against a typical 1,456 ft²), its lot is bigger than 50% of them (1 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 54% of them (1964 against a typical 1962). Measured against all of Surry County, it is worth more than 42% 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 101 Merlin Ln, Elkin, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 101 Merlin Ln, Elkin, NC was $952. The county assessed it at $133,420.

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