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$77,866$97 / 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 61How 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 $50,000 on Mar 1, 2000

171 RIVER VIEW LN

ELKIN, NC 28621
2
Beds
1
Baths
804 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.
0.47 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.

Valuation

$78K
$47K low$108K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$50,000 · Mar 1, 2000
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.$68,866
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$55,093
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.10%
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.$9,000
SOUTHERN COMMUNITY BANK & TRUST · recorded Aug 20, 2008

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$495 (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.$59,620 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$10,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$49,220
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$52,610
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$59,620

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.29 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.Rural Residence
CountySurry
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.1988
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.47
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Footing
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 240 ft²

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

E
Elkin Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 2.8 mi
M
Elkin Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 3.1 mi
H
Elkin High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.1 mi

District: Elkin City Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28621These 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.120
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.99
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.82

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.19%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.10,516
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.151 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$57,739
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$69,124
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.57°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.50 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.60%

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

171 River View 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.

  • Worth less than 98% of homes in Surry County
  • Costs less per square foot than 89% of homes in Elkin 28621
  • Smaller than 97% of homes in Surry County
  • Has a smaller lot than 81% of homes in Surry County
  • Older than 75% of homes in Surry County

What homes are worth in Elkin 28621

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

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$73K$534K

This home is worth more than 3% of homes in Elkin 28621.

How it measures up in Elkin 28621

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Elkin 28621.

Estimated value$77,866
CheaperTypical $217,281Pricier

Pricier than 3% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$97
CheaperTypical $147Pricier

Pricier than 11% of homes nearby

Living area804 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,456 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Lot size0.47 ac
SmallerTypical 1.01 acBigger

Bigger than 21% of homes nearby

Year built1951
OlderTypical 1962Newer

Newer than 37% of homes nearby

How 171 River View Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeElkin 28621Surry County
Estimated valuepricier than$77,8663% of homes2% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$9711% of homes14% of homes
Living areabigger than804 ft²4% of homes3% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.47 ac21% of homes19% of homes
Year builtnewer than195137% of homes25% of homes

About 171 River View Ln

How much is 171 River View Ln, Elkin, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 171 River View Ln, Elkin, NC is $77,866 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $47,456 to $108,276. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 171 River View Ln, Elkin, NC last sell?

171 River View Ln, Elkin, NC last sold on Mar 1, 2000 for $50,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 171 River View Ln, Elkin, NC?

171 River View Ln, Elkin, NC has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 804 square feet of living space and a 0.47-acre lot.

When was 171 River View Ln, Elkin, NC built?

171 River View Ln, Elkin, NC was built in 1951, making it 75 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 171 River View Ln, Elkin, NC?

171 River View Ln, Elkin, NC is assigned to Elkin Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Elkin Middle School (middle), rated B; Elkin High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Elkin City Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 171 River View Ln, Elkin, NC compare to other homes in Elkin 28621?

Among the 3,584 homes in Elkin 28621, it is worth more than 3% of them ($77,866 against a typical $217,281), its price per square foot is higher than 11% of them ($97 against a typical $147), it is bigger than 4% of them (804 ft² against a typical 1,456 ft²), its lot is bigger than 21% of them (0.47 ac against a typical 1.01 ac) and it is newer than 37% of them (1951 against a typical 1962). Measured against all of Surry County, it is worth more than 2% 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 171 River View Ln, Elkin, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 171 River View Ln, Elkin, NC was $495. The county assessed it at $59,620.

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