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$210,283$110 / 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 80How 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 $80,000 on Dec 3, 1998

159 BUFFALO ST E

BENNETT, NC 27208
3
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
1,912 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.
0.92 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1965
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$210K
$168K low$253K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$80,000 · Dec 3, 1998
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.$210,283
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$168,226

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,549 (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.$185,521 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$20,618
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$164,903
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$137,041
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$185,521

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.12
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
22
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
41
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.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyChatham
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.92
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
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 · 88 ft²

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

E
Bennett SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.4 mi
H
Chatham Central High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 9.1 mi

District: Chatham County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27208These 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.114
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 100.55

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,691
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.40 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$59,452
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$77,900
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°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.59%

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 Buffalo St E 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 90% of homes in Chatham County
  • Costs less per square foot than 95% of homes in Chatham County
  • Bigger than 78% of homes in Bennett 27208
  • Has a smaller lot than 92% of homes in Bennett 27208
  • Older than 84% of homes in Chatham County

What homes are worth in Bennett 27208

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

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$59K$739K

This home is worth more than 42% of homes in Bennett 27208.

How it measures up in Bennett 27208

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bennett 27208.

Estimated value$210,283
CheaperTypical $230,701Pricier

Pricier than 42% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$110
CheaperTypical $154Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Living area1,912 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,512 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Lot size0.92 ac
SmallerTypical 4.63 acBigger

Bigger than 8% of homes nearby

Year built1965
OlderTypical 1974Newer

Newer than 41% of homes nearby

How 159 Buffalo St E ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBennett 27208Chatham County
Estimated valuepricier than$210,28342% of homes10% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11013% of homes5% of homes
Living areabigger than1,912 ft²78% of homes44% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.92 ac8% of homes47% of homes
Year builtnewer than196541% of homes16% of homes

About 159 Buffalo St E

How much is 159 Buffalo St E, Bennett, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 159 Buffalo St E, Bennett, NC is $210,283 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $167,950 to $252,616. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 159 Buffalo St E, Bennett, NC last sell?

159 Buffalo St E, Bennett, NC last sold on Dec 3, 1998 for $80,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 159 Buffalo St E, Bennett, NC?

159 Buffalo St E, Bennett, NC has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,912 square feet of living space and a 0.92-acre lot.

When was 159 Buffalo St E, Bennett, NC built?

159 Buffalo St E, Bennett, NC was built in 1965, making it 61 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 159 Buffalo St E, Bennett, NC?

159 Buffalo St E, Bennett, NC is assigned to Bennett School (elementary), rated B-; Chatham Central High School (high), rated C. All sit in Chatham County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 159 Buffalo St E, Bennett, NC compare to other homes in Bennett 27208?

Among the 730 homes in Bennett 27208, it is worth more than 42% of them ($210,283 against a typical $230,701), its price per square foot is higher than 13% of them ($110 against a typical $154), it is bigger than 78% of them (1,912 ft² against a typical 1,512 ft²), its lot is bigger than 8% of them (0.92 ac against a typical 4.63 ac) and it is newer than 41% of them (1965 against a typical 1974). Measured against all of Chatham County, it is worth more than 10% 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 Buffalo St E, Bennett, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 159 Buffalo St E, Bennett, NC was $1,549. The county assessed it at $185,521.

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