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$441,430$480 / 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 Sep 24, 2026

1224 N NEW RIVER DR

SURF CITY, NC 28445
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
920 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1973
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$441K
$389K low$494K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,435 (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.$552,819 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$419,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$133,819
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$172,941
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$552,819

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.138 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.95%
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.1 percent coastal flood zone

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.Cottage
CountyPENDER
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.1992
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
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 · 520 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.

M
Surf City Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.3 mi
E
Surf City Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.3 mi
H
Topsail High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 9.4 mi

District: Pender County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28445These 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.125
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.91
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.47

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.61%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.7%
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.10,463
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.107 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$87,137
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$102,256
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.63°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.56 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.63%

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How this home compares

1224 N New River 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 67% of homes in Holly Ridge 28445
  • Costs more per square foot than 86% of homes in Pender County
  • Smaller than 95% of homes in Pender County
  • Has a smaller lot than 89% of homes in Pender County
  • Older than 89% of homes in Holly Ridge 28445

What homes are worth in Holly Ridge 28445

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

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$130K$1.8M

This home is worth more than 33% of homes in Holly Ridge 28445.

How it measures up in Holly Ridge 28445

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Holly Ridge 28445.

Estimated value$441,430
CheaperTypical $614,927Pricier

Pricier than 33% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$480
CheaperTypical $416Pricier

Pricier than 58% of homes nearby

Living area920 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,620 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 8% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 36% of homes nearby

Year built1973
OlderTypical 2006Newer

Newer than 11% of homes nearby

How 1224 N New River Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHolly Ridge 28445Pender County
Estimated valuepricier than$441,43033% of homes45% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$48058% of homes86% of homes
Living areabigger than920 ft²8% of homes5% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac36% of homes11% of homes
Year builtnewer than197311% of homes16% of homes

About 1224 N New River Dr

How much is 1224 N New River Dr, Surf City, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1224 N New River Dr, Surf City, NC is $441,430 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $389,231 to $493,629. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1224 N New River Dr, Surf City, NC last sell?

1224 N New River Dr, Surf City, NC last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1224 N New River Dr, Surf City, NC?

1224 N New River Dr, Surf City, NC has 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 920 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 1224 N New River Dr, Surf City, NC built?

1224 N New River Dr, Surf City, NC was built in 1973, making it 53 years old. It is a cottage home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1224 N New River Dr, Surf City, NC?

1224 N New River Dr, Surf City, NC is assigned to Surf City Middle School (middle), rated A-; Surf City Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Topsail High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Pender County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1224 N New River Dr, Surf City, NC compare to other homes in Holly Ridge 28445?

Among the 10,240 homes in Holly Ridge 28445, it is worth more than 33% of them ($441,430 against a typical $614,927), its price per square foot is higher than 58% of them ($480 against a typical $416), it is bigger than 8% of them (920 ft² against a typical 1,620 ft²), its lot is bigger than 36% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 11% of them (1973 against a typical 2006). Measured against all of Pender County, it is worth more than 45% 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 1224 N New River Dr, Surf City, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1224 N New River Dr, Surf City, NC was $1,435. The county assessed it at $552,819.

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