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$88,767$81 / 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 65How 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

1240 BACKWOODS RD

ROPER, NC 27970
1
Baths
1,091 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.
0.51 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1977
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$89K
$58K low$120K high
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.$35,567
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$28,454
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.60%
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.$53,200
CITICORP TRUST BANK FSB · recorded Aug 18, 2006

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$556 (2022)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$65,400 (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.$54,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$65,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$65,400

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.27
98
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
25
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. 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.72 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.73%
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 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.Ranch
CountyWashington
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.1983
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Electric
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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

E
Washington County Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.8 mi
H
Washington County High SchoolD-
High · Grades 6–12 · 8.7 mi

District: Washington County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27970These 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.116
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.28

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.76%
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.17%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,988
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.28 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$43,355
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$56,754
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.61°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.51 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.60%

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

1240 Backwoods Rd 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.

  • Has a smaller lot than 65% of homes in Roper 27970

What homes are worth in Roper 27970

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

This home
$31K$485K

This home is worth more than 37% of homes in Roper 27970.

How it measures up in Roper 27970

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Roper 27970.

Estimated value$88,767
CheaperTypical $115,109Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$81
CheaperTypical $95Pricier

Pricier than 41% of homes nearby

Living area1,091 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,240 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 37% of homes nearby

Lot size0.51 ac
SmallerTypical 0.77 acBigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Year built1977
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 50% of homes nearby

How 1240 Backwoods Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRoper 27970Washington County
Estimated valuepricier than$88,76737% of homes44% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$8141% of homes50% of homes
Living areabigger than1,091 ft²37% of homes37% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.51 ac35% of homes40% of homes
Year builtnewer than197750% of homes61% of homes

About 1240 Backwoods Rd

How much is 1240 Backwoods Rd, Roper, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1240 Backwoods Rd, Roper, NC is $88,767 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $57,993 to $119,541. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 1240 Backwoods Rd, Roper, NC?

1240 Backwoods Rd, Roper, NC has 1 bathrooms and 1,091 square feet of living space.

When was 1240 Backwoods Rd, Roper, NC built?

1240 Backwoods Rd, Roper, NC was built in 1977, making it 49 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1240 Backwoods Rd, Roper, NC?

1240 Backwoods Rd, Roper, NC is assigned to Washington County Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Washington County High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Washington County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1240 Backwoods Rd, Roper, NC compare to other homes in Roper 27970?

Among the 1,731 homes in Roper 27970, it is worth more than 37% of them ($88,767 against a typical $115,109), its price per square foot is higher than 41% of them ($81 against a typical $95), it is bigger than 37% of them (1,091 ft² against a typical 1,240 ft²), its lot is bigger than 35% of them (0.51 ac against a typical 0.77 ac) and it is newer than 50% of them (1977 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Washington County, it is worth more than 44% 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 1240 Backwoods Rd, Roper, NC?

The 2022 property tax bill for 1240 Backwoods Rd, Roper, NC was $556. The county assessed it at $65,400.

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