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$1,136,366$409 / 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 81How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

117 SHIPS WATCH DR

KITTY HAWK, NC 27949
4
Beds
5.5
Baths
2,779 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.
0.34 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1987
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$1.1M
$920K low$1.4M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,622 (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.$817,300 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$305,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$512,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$590,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$817,300

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.36
7
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
6
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
73
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
81
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
16
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.22 in
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.Contemporary
CountyDARE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.34
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.View - Ocean

Transaction History(5)

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
Kitty Hawk Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 5.5 mi
H
First Flight High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 12.5 mi
M
First Flight Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 12.7 mi

District: Dare County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27949These 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.68
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 100.22

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.43%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.35%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.2.5%
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.8,718
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.232 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$110,576
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$129,344
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.62°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.52 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

117 Ships Watch 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 88% of homes in Dare County
  • Bigger than 84% of homes in Dare County

What homes are worth in Kitty Hawk 27949

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

This home
$223K$2.7M

This home is worth more than 78% of homes in Kitty Hawk 27949.

How it measures up in Kitty Hawk 27949

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Kitty Hawk 27949.

Estimated value$1,136,366
CheaperTypical $803,656Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$409
CheaperTypical $398Pricier

Pricier than 54% of homes nearby

Living area2,779 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,136 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Lot size0.34 ac
SmallerTypical 0.41 acBigger

Bigger than 38% of homes nearby

Year built1987
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than 43% of homes nearby

How 117 Ships Watch Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeKitty Hawk 27949Dare County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,136,36678% of homes88% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$40954% of homes60% of homes
Living areabigger than2,779 ft²72% of homes84% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.34 ac38% of homes59% of homes
Year builtnewer than198743% of homes43% of homes

About 117 Ships Watch Dr

How much is 117 Ships Watch Dr, Kitty Hawk, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 117 Ships Watch Dr, Kitty Hawk, NC is $1,136,366 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $920,179 to $1,352,553. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 117 Ships Watch Dr, Kitty Hawk, NC last sell?

117 Ships Watch Dr, Kitty Hawk, NC last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 117 Ships Watch Dr, Kitty Hawk, NC?

117 Ships Watch Dr, Kitty Hawk, NC has 4 bedrooms, 5.5 bathrooms, 2,779 square feet of living space and a 0.34-acre lot.

When was 117 Ships Watch Dr, Kitty Hawk, NC built?

117 Ships Watch Dr, Kitty Hawk, NC was built in 1987, making it 39 years old. It is a contemporary home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 117 Ships Watch Dr, Kitty Hawk, NC?

117 Ships Watch Dr, Kitty Hawk, NC is assigned to Kitty Hawk Elementary School (elementary), rated A; First Flight High School (high), rated B+; First Flight Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Dare County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 117 Ships Watch Dr, Kitty Hawk, NC compare to other homes in Kitty Hawk 27949?

Among the 8,467 homes in Kitty Hawk 27949, it is worth more than 78% of them ($1,136,366 against a typical $803,656), its price per square foot is higher than 54% of them ($409 against a typical $398), it is bigger than 72% of them (2,779 ft² against a typical 2,136 ft²), its lot is bigger than 38% of them (0.34 ac against a typical 0.41 ac) and it is newer than 43% of them (1987 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of Dare County, it is worth more than 88% 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 117 Ships Watch Dr, Kitty Hawk, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 117 Ships Watch Dr, Kitty Hawk, NC was $3,622. The county assessed it at $817,300.

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