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$171,751$153 / 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 78How 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

1543 BUFFALO RD

SANDY RIDGE, NC 27046
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,122 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.
1.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1951
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$172K
$134K low$210K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$729 (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.$102,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$22,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$79,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$73,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$102,000

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.52
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
16
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
84
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
95
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
67
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
CountySTOKES
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.1985
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.15
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
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(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
Sandy Ridge Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 3.1 mi
M
Piney Grove Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 10.1 mi
H
North Stokes High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 12.6 mi

District: Stokes County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27046These 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.154
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.56

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.85%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.4.7%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
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.1,982
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.48 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$55,820
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$64,400
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.57°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 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

1543 Buffalo 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.

  • Worth less than 76% of homes in Stokes County
  • Smaller than 78% of homes in Stokes County
  • Has a smaller lot than 79% of homes in Sandy Ridge 27046
  • Older than 87% of homes in Stokes County

What homes are worth in Sandy Ridge 27046

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

This home
$42K$693K

This home is worth more than 36% of homes in Sandy Ridge 27046.

How it measures up in Sandy Ridge 27046

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Sandy Ridge 27046.

Estimated value$171,751
CheaperTypical $216,090Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$153
CheaperTypical $161Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Living area1,122 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,446 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Lot size1.15 ac
SmallerTypical 3 acBigger

Bigger than 21% of homes nearby

Year built1951
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 20% of homes nearby

How 1543 Buffalo Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSandy Ridge 27046Stokes County
Estimated valuepricier than$171,75136% of homes24% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15345% of homes37% of homes
Living areabigger than1,122 ft²26% of homes22% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.15 ac21% of homes46% of homes
Year builtnewer than195120% of homes13% of homes

About 1543 Buffalo Rd

How much is 1543 Buffalo Rd, Sandy Ridge, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1543 Buffalo Rd, Sandy Ridge, NC is $171,751 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $133,776 to $209,726. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1543 Buffalo Rd, Sandy Ridge, NC last sell?

1543 Buffalo Rd, Sandy Ridge, NC last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1543 Buffalo Rd, Sandy Ridge, NC?

1543 Buffalo Rd, Sandy Ridge, NC has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,122 square feet of living space and a 1.15-acre lot.

When was 1543 Buffalo Rd, Sandy Ridge, NC built?

1543 Buffalo Rd, Sandy Ridge, NC was built in 1951, making it 75 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1543 Buffalo Rd, Sandy Ridge, NC?

1543 Buffalo Rd, Sandy Ridge, NC is assigned to Sandy Ridge Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Piney Grove Middle School (middle), rated B; North Stokes High School (high), rated C. All sit in Stokes County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1543 Buffalo Rd, Sandy Ridge, NC compare to other homes in Sandy Ridge 27046?

Among the 1,012 homes in Sandy Ridge 27046, it is worth more than 36% of them ($171,751 against a typical $216,090), its price per square foot is higher than 45% of them ($153 against a typical $161), it is bigger than 26% of them (1,122 ft² against a typical 1,446 ft²), its lot is bigger than 21% of them (1.15 ac against a typical 3 ac) and it is newer than 20% of them (1951 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of Stokes County, it is worth more than 24% 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 1543 Buffalo Rd, Sandy Ridge, NC?

The 2026 property tax bill for 1543 Buffalo Rd, Sandy Ridge, NC was $729. The county assessed it at $102,000.

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