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$1,343,549$225 / 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 Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $549,000 on Aug 1, 2013

161 SHADY LN

GLOUCESTER, NC 28528
3
Beds
2
Baths
5,960 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.
8.35 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1987
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.3M
$1M low$1.6M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$549,000 · Aug 1, 2013

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,747 (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.$1,081,385 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$321,398
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$759,987
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$767,895
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,081,385

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.60
100
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
42
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
86
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
68
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
8
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.61 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.100%
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyCARTERET
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.1999
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.8.35
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
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
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Waterfront-Beach (Ocean, River Or Lake)
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Boat liftDeck · 212 ft²Porch · 514 ft²Boat access

Transaction History(2)

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
Smyrna Elementary and Down East Middle SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 2.4 mi
H
East Carteret High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.9 mi

District: Carteret County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28528These 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.112
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.32

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.72%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
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.528
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.143 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$55,136
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$72,865
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.63°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.58 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

161 Shady 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 Gloucester 28528
  • Costs less per square foot than 69% of homes in Carteret County
  • Among the largest homes in Gloucester 28528
  • Has a bigger lot than 98% of homes in Carteret County

What homes are worth in Gloucester 28528

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

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$115K$1.2M

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Gloucester 28528.

How it measures up in Gloucester 28528

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Gloucester 28528.

Estimated value$1,343,549
CheaperTypical $363,625Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$225
CheaperTypical $227Pricier

Pricier than 49% of homes nearby

Living area5,960 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,512 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size8.35 ac
SmallerTypical 0.68 acBigger

Bigger than 96% of homes nearby

Year built1987
OlderTypical 1994Newer

Newer than 36% of homes nearby

How 161 Shady Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGloucester 28528Carteret County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,343,549almost all homes93% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22549% of homes31% of homes
Living areabigger than5,960 ft²almost all homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than8.35 ac96% of homes98% of homes
Year builtnewer than198736% of homes46% of homes

About 161 Shady Ln

How much is 161 Shady Ln, Gloucester, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 161 Shady Ln, Gloucester, NC is $1,343,549 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $1,045,306 to $1,641,792. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 161 Shady Ln, Gloucester, NC last sell?

161 Shady Ln, Gloucester, NC last sold on Aug 1, 2013 for $549,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 161 Shady Ln, Gloucester, NC?

161 Shady Ln, Gloucester, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 5,960 square feet of living space and a 8.35-acre lot.

When was 161 Shady Ln, Gloucester, NC built?

161 Shady Ln, Gloucester, NC was built in 1987, making it 39 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 161 Shady Ln, Gloucester, NC?

161 Shady Ln, Gloucester, NC is assigned to Smyrna Elementary and Down East Middle School (elementary), rated B; East Carteret High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Carteret County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 161 Shady Ln, Gloucester, NC compare to other homes in Gloucester 28528?

Among the 324 homes in Gloucester 28528, it is worth more than almost all of them ($1,343,549 against a typical $363,625), its price per square foot is higher than 49% of them ($225 against a typical $227), it is bigger than almost all of them (5,960 ft² against a typical 1,512 ft²), its lot is bigger than 96% of them (8.35 ac against a typical 0.68 ac) and it is newer than 36% of them (1987 against a typical 1994). Measured against all of Carteret County, it is worth more than 93% 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 161 Shady Ln, Gloucester, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 161 Shady Ln, Gloucester, NC was $2,747. The county assessed it at $1,081,385.

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