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$254,751$154 / 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 81How 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

242 NORTHWOOD DR

ELKIN, NC 28621
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,651 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.
1.79 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1958
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$255K
$207K low$303K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$494 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$100,240 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$22,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$77,940
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$130,750
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$100,240

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.64 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.''

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
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.1986
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.79
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
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.Porch · 16 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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 · 0.7 mi
H
Elkin High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
M
Elkin Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.8 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%

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How this home compares

242 Northwood 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 68% of homes in Elkin 28621
  • Older than 69% 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
$71K$527K

This home is worth more than 68% 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$254,751
CheaperTypical $202,570Pricier

Pricier than 68% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$154
CheaperTypical $138Pricier

Pricier than 63% of homes nearby

Living area1,651 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,456 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Lot size1.79 ac
SmallerTypical 1.01 acBigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Year built1958
OlderTypical 1962Newer

Newer than 46% of homes nearby

How 242 Northwood Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeElkin 28621Surry County
Estimated valuepricier than$254,75168% of homes63% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15463% of homes58% of homes
Living areabigger than1,651 ft²64% of homes60% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.79 ac64% of homes64% of homes
Year builtnewer than195846% of homes31% of homes

About 242 Northwood Dr

How much is 242 Northwood Dr, Elkin, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 242 Northwood Dr, Elkin, NC is $254,751 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $206,681 to $302,821. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 242 Northwood Dr, Elkin, NC last sell?

242 Northwood Dr, Elkin, NC last sold on Oct 1, 1999, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 242 Northwood Dr, Elkin, NC?

242 Northwood Dr, Elkin, NC has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,651 square feet of living space and a 1.79-acre lot.

When was 242 Northwood Dr, Elkin, NC built?

242 Northwood Dr, Elkin, NC was built in 1958, making it 68 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 242 Northwood Dr, Elkin, NC?

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

How does 242 Northwood Dr, Elkin, NC compare to other homes in Elkin 28621?

Among the 3,601 homes in Elkin 28621, it is worth more than 68% of them ($254,751 against a typical $202,570), its price per square foot is higher than 63% of them ($154 against a typical $138), it is bigger than 64% of them (1,651 ft² against a typical 1,456 ft²), its lot is bigger than 64% of them (1.79 ac against a typical 1.01 ac) and it is newer than 46% of them (1958 against a typical 1962). Measured against all of Surry County, it is worth more than 63% 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 242 Northwood Dr, Elkin, NC?

The 2026 property tax bill for 242 Northwood Dr, Elkin, NC was $494. The county assessed it at $100,240.

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