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$349,145$209 / 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 89How 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

144 RIVER HILLS DR

CLAYTON, NC 27527
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,670 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.
0.29 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2000
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

$349K
$311K low$387K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,863 (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.$293,420 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$75,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$218,420
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$183,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$293,420

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyJohnston
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.2006
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.29
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.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
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.Deck · 130 ft²Patio · 130 ft²Porch · 151 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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
East Clayton Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.4 mi
M
Riverwood Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.9 mi
H
Corinth Holders High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.0 mi

District: Johnston County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27527These 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.48
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.79
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.37

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.36%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.37,461
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.849 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$111,360
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$143,851
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

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How this home compares

144 River Hills 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 73% of homes in Clayton 27527
  • Costs more per square foot than 71% of homes in Johnston County
  • Smaller than 77% of homes in Clayton 27527
  • Has a smaller lot than 76% of homes in Johnston County
  • Older than 80% of homes in Clayton 27527

What homes are worth in Clayton 27527

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

This home
$242K$880K

This home is worth more than 27% of homes in Clayton 27527.

How it measures up in Clayton 27527

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Clayton 27527.

Estimated value$349,145
CheaperTypical $410,095Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$209
CheaperTypical $188Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Living area1,670 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,242 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Lot size0.29 ac
SmallerTypical 0.33 acBigger

Bigger than 45% of homes nearby

Year built2000
OlderTypical 2013Newer

Newer than 20% of homes nearby

How 144 River Hills Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeClayton 27527Johnston County
Estimated valuepricier than$349,14527% of homes51% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20970% of homes71% of homes
Living areabigger than1,670 ft²23% of homes44% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.29 ac45% of homes24% of homes
Year builtnewer than200020% of homes44% of homes

About 144 River Hills Dr

How much is 144 River Hills Dr, Clayton, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 144 River Hills Dr, Clayton, NC is $349,145 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $311,475 to $386,815. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 144 River Hills Dr, Clayton, NC last sell?

144 River Hills Dr, Clayton, NC last sold on Aug 10, 2021, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 144 River Hills Dr, Clayton, NC?

144 River Hills Dr, Clayton, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,670 square feet of living space and a 0.29-acre lot.

When was 144 River Hills Dr, Clayton, NC built?

144 River Hills Dr, Clayton, NC was built in 2000, making it 26 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 144 River Hills Dr, Clayton, NC?

144 River Hills Dr, Clayton, NC is assigned to East Clayton Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Riverwood Middle School (middle), rated B; Corinth Holders High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Johnston County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 144 River Hills Dr, Clayton, NC compare to other homes in Clayton 27527?

Among the 14,415 homes in Clayton 27527, it is worth more than 27% of them ($349,145 against a typical $410,095), its price per square foot is higher than 70% of them ($209 against a typical $188), it is bigger than 23% of them (1,670 ft² against a typical 2,242 ft²), its lot is bigger than 45% of them (0.29 ac against a typical 0.33 ac) and it is newer than 20% of them (2000 against a typical 2013). Measured against all of Johnston County, it is worth more than 51% 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 144 River Hills Dr, Clayton, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 144 River Hills Dr, Clayton, NC was $1,863. The county assessed it at $293,420.

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