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$247,562$377 / 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 77How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $35,000 on May 20, 2005

224 BELL ST

SWANSBORO, NC 28584
2
Beds
1
Baths
656 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.
0.21 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1965
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$248K
$190K low$305K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$35,000 · May 20, 2005

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,050 (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.$215,191 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$92,932
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$122,259
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$86,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$215,191

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.32 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.82%
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.Cottage
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.1981
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.21
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.Central
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.Shed · 160 ft²Porch · 128 ft²

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
White Oak Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.2 mi
H
Croatan High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 8.5 mi
M
Broad Creek Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 10.8 mi

District: Carteret County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28584These 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.96
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.36

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.77%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.5%
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.12,923
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.183 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$69,145
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$94,367
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.63°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.57 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.61%

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How this home compares

224 Bell St 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 Swansboro 28584
  • Costs more per square foot than 91% of homes in Swansboro 28584
  • Among the smallest homes in Swansboro 28584
  • Has a smaller lot than 86% of homes in Swansboro 28584
  • Older than 89% of homes in Swansboro 28584

What homes are worth in Swansboro 28584

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

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$150K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 12% of homes in Swansboro 28584.

How it measures up in Swansboro 28584

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Swansboro 28584.

Estimated value$247,562
CheaperTypical $424,194Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$377
CheaperTypical $226Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Living area656 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,753 ft²Bigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.21 ac
SmallerTypical 0.47 acBigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Year built1965
OlderTypical 2002Newer

Newer than 11% of homes nearby

How 224 Bell St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSwansboro 28584Carteret County
Estimated valuepricier than$247,56212% of homes15% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$37791% of homes66% of homes
Living areabigger than656 ft²almost no homes3% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.21 ac14% of homes31% of homes
Year builtnewer than196511% of homes15% of homes

About 224 Bell St

How much is 224 Bell St, Swansboro, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 224 Bell St, Swansboro, NC is $247,562 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $190,409 to $304,715. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 224 Bell St, Swansboro, NC last sell?

224 Bell St, Swansboro, NC last sold on May 20, 2005 for $35,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 224 Bell St, Swansboro, NC?

224 Bell St, Swansboro, NC has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 656 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was 224 Bell St, Swansboro, NC built?

224 Bell St, Swansboro, NC was built in 1965, making it 61 years old. It is a cottage home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 224 Bell St, Swansboro, NC?

224 Bell St, Swansboro, NC is assigned to White Oak Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Croatan High School (high), rated A+; Broad Creek Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Carteret County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 224 Bell St, Swansboro, NC compare to other homes in Swansboro 28584?

Among the 7,166 homes in Swansboro 28584, it is worth more than 12% of them ($247,562 against a typical $424,194), its price per square foot is higher than 91% of them ($377 against a typical $226), it is bigger than almost none of them (656 ft² against a typical 1,753 ft²), its lot is bigger than 14% of them (0.21 ac against a typical 0.47 ac) and it is newer than 11% of them (1965 against a typical 2002). Measured against all of Carteret County, it is worth more than 15% 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 224 Bell St, Swansboro, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 224 Bell St, Swansboro, NC was $1,050. The county assessed it at $215,191.

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