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$123,876$130 / 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 65How 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 $182,000 on Apr 29, 2025

178 RIVER VIEW LN

ELKIN, NC 28621
3
Beds
1
Baths
952 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.
2.5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1953
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$124K
$80K low$167K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$182,000 · Apr 29, 2025
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.$0
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$0
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.147%
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.$184,000
STATE EMPLOYEES CU · 0.06% 1 · recorded Apr 29, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$608 (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.$131,480 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$27,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$104,180
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$67,320
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$131,480

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.68 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.34%
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.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.1978
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.50
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.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 126 ft²Porch · 144 ft²

Transaction History(5)

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
Elkin Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 2.7 mi
M
Elkin Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 3.0 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.Absentee owner
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

178 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 88% of homes in Elkin 28621
  • Costs less per square foot than 65% of homes in Elkin 28621
  • Smaller than 92% of homes in Surry County
  • Has a bigger lot than 73% of homes in Elkin 28621
  • Older than 74% 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.

This home
$78K$559K

This home is worth more than 12% 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$123,876
CheaperTypical $218,528Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$130
CheaperTypical $147Pricier

Pricier than 35% of homes nearby

Living area952 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,456 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Lot size2.5 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Year built1953
OlderTypical 1962Newer

Newer than 39% of homes nearby

How 178 River View Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeElkin 28621Surry County
Estimated valuepricier than$123,87612% of homes12% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13035% of homes36% of homes
Living areabigger than952 ft²12% of homes8% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.5 ac73% of homes71% of homes
Year builtnewer than195339% of homes26% of homes

About 178 River View Ln

How much is 178 River View Ln, Elkin, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 178 River View Ln, Elkin, NC is $123,876 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $80,272 to $167,480. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 178 River View Ln, Elkin, NC last sell?

178 River View Ln, Elkin, NC last sold on Apr 29, 2025 for $182,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 178 River View Ln, Elkin, NC?

178 River View Ln, Elkin, NC has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 952 square feet of living space and a 2.50-acre lot.

When was 178 River View Ln, Elkin, NC built?

178 River View Ln, Elkin, NC was built in 1953, making it 73 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 178 River View Ln, Elkin, NC?

178 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 178 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 12% of them ($123,876 against a typical $218,528), its price per square foot is higher than 35% of them ($130 against a typical $147), it is bigger than 12% of them (952 ft² against a typical 1,456 ft²), its lot is bigger than 73% of them (2.5 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 39% of them (1953 against a typical 1962). Measured against all of Surry County, it is worth more than 12% 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 178 River View Ln, Elkin, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 178 River View Ln, Elkin, NC was $608. The county assessed it at $131,480.

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