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$1,324,090$666 / 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 66How 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 $760,000 on Feb 5, 2015

253 BELL ST

SWANSBORO, NC 28584
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,988 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.
0.4 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1991
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$1.3M
$871K low$1.8M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$760,000 · Feb 5, 2015

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,371 (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.$1,191,693 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$299,376
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$892,317
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$647,703
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,191,693

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.59
100
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
20
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
86
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
85
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
8
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.65 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.100%
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.Cape Cod
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.1994
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.40
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
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)
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Boat liftDeck · 14 ft²ElevatorPorch · 50 ft²Boat access

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
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

253 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Swansboro 28584
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Swansboro 28584
  • Bigger than 67% of homes in Carteret County
  • Older than 70% 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 almost all 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$1,324,090
CheaperTypical $424,194Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$666
CheaperTypical $226Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,988 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,753 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

Lot size0.4 ac
SmallerTypical 0.47 acBigger

Bigger than 36% of homes nearby

Year built1991
OlderTypical 2002Newer

Newer than 30% of homes nearby

How 253 Bell St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSwansboro 28584Carteret County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,324,090almost all homes93% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$666almost all homes94% of homes
Living areabigger than1,988 ft²62% of homes67% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.4 ac36% of homes55% of homes
Year builtnewer than199130% of homes51% of homes

About 253 Bell St

How much is 253 Bell St, Swansboro, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 253 Bell St, Swansboro, NC is $1,324,090 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $871,146 to $1,777,034. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 253 Bell St, Swansboro, NC last sell?

253 Bell St, Swansboro, NC last sold on Feb 5, 2015 for $760,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 253 Bell St, Swansboro, NC?

253 Bell St, Swansboro, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,988 square feet of living space and a 0.40-acre lot.

When was 253 Bell St, Swansboro, NC built?

253 Bell St, Swansboro, NC was built in 1991, making it 35 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 253 Bell St, Swansboro, NC?

253 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 253 Bell St, Swansboro, NC compare to other homes in Swansboro 28584?

Among the 7,166 homes in Swansboro 28584, it is worth more than almost all of them ($1,324,090 against a typical $424,194), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($666 against a typical $226), it is bigger than 62% of them (1,988 ft² against a typical 1,753 ft²), its lot is bigger than 36% of them (0.4 ac against a typical 0.47 ac) and it is newer than 30% of them (1991 against a typical 2002). Measured against all of Carteret County, it is worth more than 93% 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 253 Bell St, Swansboro, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 253 Bell St, Swansboro, NC was $5,371. The county assessed it at $1,191,693.

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