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$278,980$152 / 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 82How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $30,500 on Jun 1, 1996

140 GWYN AVE

ELKIN, NC 28621
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,838 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.
0.37 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1890
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$279K
$230K low$328K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$30,500 · Jun 1, 1996

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$947 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$108,350 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$18,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$90,350
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$134,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$108,350

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family 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.1986
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.37
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Wood Shingle
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
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.Porch · 56 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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
Elkin Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.3 mi
M
Elkin Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.6 mi
H
Elkin High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 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

140 Gwyn Ave 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 73% of homes in Elkin 28621
  • Bigger than 74% of homes in Elkin 28621
  • Has a smaller lot than 89% of homes in Surry County
  • Among the oldest homes in Elkin 28621

What homes are worth in Elkin 28621

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

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$66K$529K

This home is worth more than 73% 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$278,980
CheaperTypical $211,266Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$152
CheaperTypical $145Pricier

Pricier than 56% of homes nearby

Living area1,838 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,456 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Lot size0.37 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Year built1890
OlderTypical 1962Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 140 Gwyn Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeElkin 28621Surry County
Estimated valuepricier than$278,98073% of homes68% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15256% of homes53% of homes
Living areabigger than1,838 ft²74% of homes70% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.37 ac14% of homes11% of homes
Year builtnewer than1890almost no homesalmost no homes

About 140 Gwyn Ave

How much is 140 Gwyn Ave, Elkin, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 140 Gwyn Ave, Elkin, NC is $278,980 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $229,549 to $328,411. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 140 Gwyn Ave, Elkin, NC last sell?

140 Gwyn Ave, Elkin, NC last sold on Jun 1, 1996 for $30,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 140 Gwyn Ave, Elkin, NC?

140 Gwyn Ave, Elkin, NC has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,838 square feet of living space and a 0.37-acre lot.

When was 140 Gwyn Ave, Elkin, NC built?

140 Gwyn Ave, Elkin, NC was built in 1890, making it 136 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 140 Gwyn Ave, Elkin, NC?

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

How does 140 Gwyn Ave, Elkin, NC compare to other homes in Elkin 28621?

Among the 3,602 homes in Elkin 28621, it is worth more than 73% of them ($278,980 against a typical $211,266), its price per square foot is higher than 56% of them ($152 against a typical $145), it is bigger than 74% of them (1,838 ft² against a typical 1,456 ft²), its lot is bigger than 14% of them (0.37 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1890 against a typical 1962). Measured against all of Surry County, it is worth more than 68% 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 140 Gwyn Ave, Elkin, NC?

The 2026 property tax bill for 140 Gwyn Ave, Elkin, NC was $947. The county assessed it at $108,350.

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