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$1,013,869$364 / 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 86How 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 $515,000 on Jul 6, 2017

173 CLIFFSIDE DR

WILMINGTON, NC 28409
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,788 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.
0.62 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1968
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$1M
$873K low$1.2M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$515,000 · Jul 6, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,798 (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.$645,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$396,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$248,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$515,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$645,400

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.124 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.99%
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.Traditional/Old
CountyNEW HANOVER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.62
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.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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 · 696 ft²Patio · 696 ft²Porch · 720 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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
Masonboro Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.3 mi
H
John T Hoggard High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.2 mi
M
Roland-Grise Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.5 mi

District: New Hanover County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28409These 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.44
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.64

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.32%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.4%
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.38,416
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,329 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$107,248
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$134,965
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.63%

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How this home compares

173 Cliffside Dr 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 89% of homes in New Hanover County
  • Costs more per square foot than 87% of homes in Wilmington 28409
  • Bigger than 85% of homes in New Hanover County
  • Has a bigger lot than 91% of homes in New Hanover County
  • Older than 93% of homes in Masonboro

What homes are worth in Wilmington 28409

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

This home
$243K$1.8M

This home is worth more than 88% of homes in Wilmington 28409.

How it measures up in Wilmington 28409

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wilmington 28409.

Estimated value$1,013,869
CheaperTypical $519,588Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$364
CheaperTypical $257Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Living area2,788 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,064 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 79% of homes nearby

Lot size0.62 ac
SmallerTypical 0.37 acBigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Year built1968
OlderTypical 1994Newer

Newer than 11% of homes nearby

How 173 Cliffside Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMasonboroWilmington 28409New Hanover County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,013,86979% of homes88% of homes89% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$36484% of homes87% of homes81% of homes
Living areabigger than2,788 ft²61% of homes79% of homes85% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.62 ac77% of homes87% of homes91% of homes
Year builtnewer than19687% of homes11% of homes17% of homes

About 173 Cliffside Dr

How much is 173 Cliffside Dr, Wilmington, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 173 Cliffside Dr, Wilmington, NC is $1,013,869 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $873,225 to $1,154,513. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 173 Cliffside Dr, Wilmington, NC last sell?

173 Cliffside Dr, Wilmington, NC last sold on Jul 6, 2017 for $515,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 173 Cliffside Dr, Wilmington, NC?

173 Cliffside Dr, Wilmington, NC has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,788 square feet of living space and a 0.62-acre lot.

When was 173 Cliffside Dr, Wilmington, NC built?

173 Cliffside Dr, Wilmington, NC was built in 1968, making it 58 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 173 Cliffside Dr, Wilmington, NC?

173 Cliffside Dr, Wilmington, NC is assigned to Masonboro Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; John T Hoggard High School (high), rated B; Roland-Grise Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in New Hanover County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 173 Cliffside Dr, Wilmington, NC compare to other homes in Wilmington 28409?

Among the 14,703 homes in Wilmington 28409, it is worth more than 88% of them ($1,013,869 against a typical $519,588), its price per square foot is higher than 87% of them ($364 against a typical $257), it is bigger than 79% of them (2,788 ft² against a typical 2,064 ft²), its lot is bigger than 87% of them (0.62 ac against a typical 0.37 ac) and it is newer than 11% of them (1968 against a typical 1994). Measured against all of New Hanover County, it is worth more than 89% 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 173 Cliffside Dr, Wilmington, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 173 Cliffside Dr, Wilmington, NC was $3,798. The county assessed it at $645,400.

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