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$65,900$39 / 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

173 DOWNING RD

ROPER, NC 27970
2
Baths
1,680 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.
1.4 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1979
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

$66K
$40K low$91K high
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.$65,900
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$52,720

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$532 (2022)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$71,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$17,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$54,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$71,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$71,300

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.26
87
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
29
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
16
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.36 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.73%
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
CountyWashington
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.40
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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

E
Washington County Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.5 mi
H
Washington County High SchoolD-
High · Grades 6–12 · 9.2 mi

District: Washington County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27970These 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.116
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.28

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.76%
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.17%
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.2,988
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.28 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$43,355
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$56,754
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.61°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.51 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

173 Downing Rd 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 81% of homes in Roper 27970
  • Costs less per square foot than 97% of homes in Roper 27970
  • Bigger than 80% of homes in Roper 27970
  • Has a bigger lot than 72% of homes in Washington County

What homes are worth in Roper 27970

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

This home
$33K$496K

This home is worth more than 19% of homes in Roper 27970.

How it measures up in Roper 27970

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Roper 27970.

Estimated value$65,900
CheaperTypical $116,107Pricier

Pricier than 19% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$39
CheaperTypical $95Pricier

Pricier than 3% of homes nearby

Living area1,680 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,232 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Lot size1.4 ac
SmallerTypical 0.78 acBigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Year built1979
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 54% of homes nearby

How 173 Downing Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRoper 27970Washington County
Estimated valuepricier than$65,90019% of homes28% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$393% of homes9% of homes
Living areabigger than1,680 ft²80% of homes80% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.4 ac70% of homes72% of homes
Year builtnewer than197954% of homes64% of homes

About 173 Downing Rd

How much is 173 Downing Rd, Roper, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 173 Downing Rd, Roper, NC is $65,900 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $40,414 to $91,386. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 173 Downing Rd, Roper, NC?

173 Downing Rd, Roper, NC has 2 bathrooms, 1,680 square feet of living space and a 1.40-acre lot.

When was 173 Downing Rd, Roper, NC built?

173 Downing Rd, Roper, NC was built in 1979, making it 47 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 173 Downing Rd, Roper, NC?

173 Downing Rd, Roper, NC is assigned to Washington County Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Washington County High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Washington County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 173 Downing Rd, Roper, NC compare to other homes in Roper 27970?

Among the 1,731 homes in Roper 27970, it is worth more than 19% of them ($65,900 against a typical $116,107), its price per square foot is higher than 3% of them ($39 against a typical $95), it is bigger than 80% of them (1,680 ft² against a typical 1,232 ft²), its lot is bigger than 70% of them (1.4 ac against a typical 0.78 ac) and it is newer than 54% of them (1979 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Washington County, it is worth more than 28% 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 Downing Rd, Roper, NC?

The 2022 property tax bill for 173 Downing Rd, Roper, NC was $532. The county assessed it at $71,300.

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