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$279,863$196 / 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
Last sold for $420,000 on Aug 29, 2019

253 RIVER RD

EDENTON, NC 27932
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,430 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.
23.25 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1994
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$280K
$228K low$332K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$420,000 · Aug 29, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,335 (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.$435,884 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$112,575
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$323,309
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$444,174
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$435,884

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.42
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
21
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
83
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
93
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
14
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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
CountyChowan
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.23.25
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.Asphalt
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.Mixed
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 36 ft²Porch · 154 ft²

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

M
Chowan Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.0 mi
E
White Oak Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 4.1 mi
H
John A. Holmes High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 11.0 mi

District: Edenton-Chowan Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27932These 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.108
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.91
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.26

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.79%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.18%
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.11,680
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.81 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$64,599
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$75,483
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.61°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.49 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

253 River 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.

  • Among the largest lots in Edenton 27932
  • Newer than 71% of homes in Edenton 27932

What homes are worth in Edenton 27932

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

This home
$45K$739K

This home is worth more than 59% of homes in Edenton 27932.

How it measures up in Edenton 27932

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Edenton 27932.

Estimated value$279,863
CheaperTypical $238,007Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$196
CheaperTypical $184Pricier

Pricier than 56% of homes nearby

Living area1,430 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,427 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Lot size23.25 ac
SmallerTypical 0.43 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built1994
OlderTypical 1977Newer

Newer than 71% of homes nearby

How 253 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEdenton 27932
Estimated valuepricier than$279,86359% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19656% of homes
Living areabigger than1,430 ft²51% of homes
Lot sizebigger than23.25 acalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than199471% of homes

About 253 River Rd

How much is 253 River Rd, Edenton, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 253 River Rd, Edenton, NC is $279,863 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $227,776 to $331,950. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 253 River Rd, Edenton, NC last sell?

253 River Rd, Edenton, NC last sold on Aug 29, 2019 for $420,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 253 River Rd, Edenton, NC?

253 River Rd, Edenton, NC has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,430 square feet of living space and a 23.25-acre lot.

When was 253 River Rd, Edenton, NC built?

253 River Rd, Edenton, NC was built in 1994, making it 32 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 253 River Rd, Edenton, NC?

253 River Rd, Edenton, NC is assigned to Chowan Middle School (middle), rated C; White Oak Elementary School (elementary); John A. Holmes High School (high), rated D+. All sit in Edenton-Chowan Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 253 River Rd, Edenton, NC compare to other homes in Edenton 27932?

Among the 5,980 homes in Edenton 27932, it is worth more than 59% of them ($279,863 against a typical $238,007), its price per square foot is higher than 56% of them ($196 against a typical $184), it is bigger than 51% of them (1,430 ft² against a typical 1,427 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (23.25 ac against a typical 0.43 ac) and it is newer than 71% of them (1994 against a typical 1977). 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 River Rd, Edenton, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 253 River Rd, Edenton, NC was $3,335. The county assessed it at $435,884.

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