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$217,596$161 / 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 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jun 23, 2026
Last sold for $127,000 on Oct 31, 2019

159 3RD ST

ELLERBE, NC 28338
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,350 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.
0.46 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2005
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$218K
$202K low$233K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$127,000 · Oct 31, 2019
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.$87,866
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$70,293
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.$129,730
MORTGAGE RESEARCH CENTER LLC · recorded Oct 31, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,393 (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.$172,484 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$12,263
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$160,221
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$172,484
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$172,484

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.42
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
21
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
90
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
91
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
9
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Residential (General/Single)
CountyRichmond
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.46
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Block (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
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 · 24 ft²Shed · 180 ft²Porch · 306 ft²

Transaction History(5)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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

M
Ellerbe Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.2 mi
E
Mineral Springs Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.8 mi
H
Richmond Senior High SchoolD
High · Grades 10–12 · 8.9 mi

District: Richmond County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28338These 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.138
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.68

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.7.9%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.3,589
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.26 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$62,943
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$74,978
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.61°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.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

159 3rd St 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 81% of homes in Ellerbe 28338
  • Costs more per square foot than 84% of homes in Ellerbe 28338
  • Has a smaller lot than 87% of homes in Ellerbe 28338
  • Newer than 93% of homes in Richmond County

What homes are worth in Ellerbe 28338

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

This home
$27K$475K

This home is worth more than 81% of homes in Ellerbe 28338.

How it measures up in Ellerbe 28338

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ellerbe 28338.

Estimated value$217,596
CheaperTypical $132,235Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$161
CheaperTypical $101Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Living area1,350 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,344 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Lot size0.46 ac
SmallerTypical 2 acBigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Year built2005
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 92% of homes nearby

How 159 3rd St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEllerbe 28338Richmond County
Estimated valuepricier than$217,59681% of homes78% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16184% of homes77% of homes
Living areabigger than1,350 ft²51% of homes60% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.46 ac13% of homes34% of homes
Year builtnewer than200592% of homes93% of homes

About 159 3rd St

How much is 159 3rd St, Ellerbe, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 159 3rd St, Ellerbe, NC is $217,596 as of Jun 23, 2026. The likely range is $202,364 to $232,827. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 159 3rd St, Ellerbe, NC last sell?

159 3rd St, Ellerbe, NC last sold on Oct 31, 2019 for $127,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 159 3rd St, Ellerbe, NC?

159 3rd St, Ellerbe, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,350 square feet of living space and a 0.46-acre lot.

When was 159 3rd St, Ellerbe, NC built?

159 3rd St, Ellerbe, NC was built in 2005, making it 21 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 159 3rd St, Ellerbe, NC?

159 3rd St, Ellerbe, NC is assigned to Ellerbe Middle School (middle), rated C; Mineral Springs Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Richmond Senior High School (high), rated D. All sit in Richmond County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 159 3rd St, Ellerbe, NC compare to other homes in Ellerbe 28338?

Among the 1,836 homes in Ellerbe 28338, it is worth more than 81% of them ($217,596 against a typical $132,235), its price per square foot is higher than 84% of them ($161 against a typical $101), it is bigger than 51% of them (1,350 ft² against a typical 1,344 ft²), its lot is bigger than 13% of them (0.46 ac against a typical 2 ac) and it is newer than 92% of them (2005 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Richmond County, it is worth more than 78% 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 159 3rd St, Ellerbe, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 159 3rd St, Ellerbe, NC was $1,393. The county assessed it at $172,484.

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