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$1,508,990$541 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $426,500 on Nov 5, 2018

1518 RIVERSIDE DR

SUNSET BEACH, NC 28468
4
Beds
4.5
Baths
2,788 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.
0.12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2019
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$1.5M
$1.2M low$1.8M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$426,500 · Nov 5, 2018
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.$107,840
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$86,272
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.95%
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.$592,650
FIRST CITIZENS BANK & TRUST CO · 3.62% 1 · recorded Oct 29, 2019
2nd 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.$500,000
MOVEMENT MORTGAGE
3rd 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.$308,500

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,502 (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.$1,414,690 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$568,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$846,690
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,414,690
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,414,690

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.65
100
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
34
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
78
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
79
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
36
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.119 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.99%
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
CountyBRUNSWICK
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.2020
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.12
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
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

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.

E
Jessie Mae Monroe Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 5.9 mi
M
Shallotte Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 8.7 mi
H
West Brunswick High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 8.7 mi

District: Brunswick County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28468These 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.133
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.101

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.53%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.4%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.6,014
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.333 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$81,524
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$99,220
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%

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

1518 Riverside 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 96% of homes in Sunset Beach 28468
  • Costs more per square foot than 89% of homes in Brunswick County
  • Bigger than 92% of homes in Sunset Beach 28468
  • Has a smaller lot than 92% of homes in Brunswick County
  • Newer than 85% of homes in Sunset Beach 28468

What homes are worth in Sunset Beach 28468

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

This home
$196K$1.9M

This home is worth more than 96% of homes in Sunset Beach 28468.

How it measures up in Sunset Beach 28468

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Sunset Beach 28468.

Estimated value$1,508,990
CheaperTypical $536,593Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$541
CheaperTypical $267Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Living area2,788 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,688 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Lot size0.12 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Year built2019
OlderTypical 2000Newer

Newer than 85% of homes nearby

How 1518 Riverside Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSunset Beach 28468Brunswick County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,508,99096% of homes96% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$54186% of homes89% of homes
Living areabigger than2,788 ft²92% of homes88% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.12 ac26% of homes8% of homes
Year builtnewer than201985% of homes79% of homes

About 1518 Riverside Dr

How much is 1518 Riverside Dr, Sunset Beach, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1518 Riverside Dr, Sunset Beach, NC is $1,508,990 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $1,229,961 to $1,788,019. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1518 Riverside Dr, Sunset Beach, NC last sell?

1518 Riverside Dr, Sunset Beach, NC last sold on Nov 5, 2018 for $426,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1518 Riverside Dr, Sunset Beach, NC?

1518 Riverside Dr, Sunset Beach, NC has 4 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, 2,788 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 1518 Riverside Dr, Sunset Beach, NC built?

1518 Riverside Dr, Sunset Beach, NC was built in 2019, making it 7 years old.

What schools serve 1518 Riverside Dr, Sunset Beach, NC?

1518 Riverside Dr, Sunset Beach, NC is assigned to Jessie Mae Monroe Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Shallotte Middle School (middle), rated C; West Brunswick High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Brunswick County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1518 Riverside Dr, Sunset Beach, NC compare to other homes in Sunset Beach 28468?

Among the 6,664 homes in Sunset Beach 28468, it is worth more than 96% of them ($1,508,990 against a typical $536,593), its price per square foot is higher than 86% of them ($541 against a typical $267), it is bigger than 92% of them (2,788 ft² against a typical 1,688 ft²), its lot is bigger than 26% of them (0.12 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 85% of them (2019 against a typical 2000). Measured against all of Brunswick County, it is worth more than 96% 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 1518 Riverside Dr, Sunset Beach, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1518 Riverside Dr, Sunset Beach, NC was $7,502. The county assessed it at $1,414,690.

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