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$1,509,392$449 / 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 77How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $153,000 on Dec 12, 2001

161 HOWARD LN

SWANSBORO, NC 28584
5
Beds
5.5
Baths
3,362 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.
20.35 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1985
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$1.5M
$1.2M low$1.9M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$153,000 · Dec 12, 2001

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,083 (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.$363,084 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$105,930
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$257,154
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$363,084

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.12 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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
CountyONSLOW
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.1990
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.20.35
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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
Swansboro Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.8 mi
M
Swansboro Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
H
Swansboro High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi

District: Onslow County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28584These 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.96
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.36

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.77%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.12,923
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.183 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$69,145
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$94,367
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.63°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.57 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.61%

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How this home compares

161 Howard Ln 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Onslow County
  • Costs more per square foot than 97% of homes in Onslow County
  • Bigger than 98% of homes in Onslow County
  • Among the largest lots in Swansboro 28584
  • Older than 78% of homes in Swansboro 28584

What homes are worth in Swansboro 28584

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

This home
$164K$1.3M

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Swansboro 28584.

How it measures up in Swansboro 28584

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Swansboro 28584.

Estimated value$1,509,392
CheaperTypical $429,603Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$449
CheaperTypical $231Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Living area3,362 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,747 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Lot size20.35 ac
SmallerTypical 0.47 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built1985
OlderTypical 2002Newer

Newer than 22% of homes nearby

How 161 Howard Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSwansboro 28584Onslow County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,509,392almost all homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$44995% of homes97% of homes
Living areabigger than3,362 ft²95% of homes98% of homes
Lot sizebigger than20.35 acalmost all homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than198522% of homes31% of homes

About 161 Howard Ln

How much is 161 Howard Ln, Swansboro, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 161 Howard Ln, Swansboro, NC is $1,509,392 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $1,166,901 to $1,851,883. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 161 Howard Ln, Swansboro, NC last sell?

161 Howard Ln, Swansboro, NC last sold on Dec 12, 2001 for $153,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 161 Howard Ln, Swansboro, NC?

161 Howard Ln, Swansboro, NC has 5 bedrooms, 5.5 bathrooms, 3,362 square feet of living space and a 20.35-acre lot.

When was 161 Howard Ln, Swansboro, NC built?

161 Howard Ln, Swansboro, NC was built in 1985, making it 41 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 161 Howard Ln, Swansboro, NC?

161 Howard Ln, Swansboro, NC is assigned to Swansboro Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Swansboro Middle School (middle), rated B-; Swansboro High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Onslow County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 161 Howard Ln, Swansboro, NC compare to other homes in Swansboro 28584?

Among the 7,167 homes in Swansboro 28584, it is worth more than almost all of them ($1,509,392 against a typical $429,603), its price per square foot is higher than 95% of them ($449 against a typical $231), it is bigger than 95% of them (3,362 ft² against a typical 1,747 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (20.35 ac against a typical 0.47 ac) and it is newer than 22% of them (1985 against a typical 2002). Measured against all of Onslow County, it is worth more than almost all 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 161 Howard Ln, Swansboro, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 161 Howard Ln, Swansboro, NC was $2,083. The county assessed it at $363,084.

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