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$428,592$86 / 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 92How 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

253 RIVER RD

GRIFTON, NC 28530
4
Beds
3
Baths
4,961 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.
2.32 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1962
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$429K
$393K low$464K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,313 (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.$439,653 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$19,728
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$419,925
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$439,653
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$439,653

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.49 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.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
CountyPITT
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.1995
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.32
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
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

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

E
Grifton SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.8 mi
H
Ayden-Grifton High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.4 mi

District: Pitt County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28530These 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.143
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.10%
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.6,614
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.99 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$41,930
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$58,864
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.62°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.58%

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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.

  • Worth more than 97% of homes in Grifton 28530
  • Costs less per square foot than 90% of homes in Pitt County
  • Among the largest homes in Grifton 28530
  • Has a bigger lot than 93% of homes in Pitt County
  • Older than 85% of homes in Pitt County

What homes are worth in Grifton 28530

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

This home
$35K$465K

This home is worth more than 97% of homes in Grifton 28530.

How it measures up in Grifton 28530

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Grifton 28530.

Estimated value$428,592
CheaperTypical $180,148Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$86
CheaperTypical $117Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Living area4,961 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,518 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size2.32 ac
SmallerTypical 0.62 acBigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Year built1962
OlderTypical 1984Newer

Newer than 26% of homes nearby

How 253 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGrifton 28530Pitt County
Estimated valuepricier than$428,59297% of homes86% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$8627% of homes10% of homes
Living areabigger than4,961 ft²almost all homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than2.32 ac87% of homes93% of homes
Year builtnewer than196226% of homes15% of homes

About 253 River Rd

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

The TopHap Estimate for 253 River Rd, Grifton, NC is $428,592 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $393,278 to $463,906. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

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

253 River Rd, Grifton, NC last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 253 River Rd, Grifton, NC?

253 River Rd, Grifton, NC has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 4,961 square feet of living space and a 2.32-acre lot.

When was 253 River Rd, Grifton, NC built?

253 River Rd, Grifton, NC was built in 1962, making it 64 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 253 River Rd, Grifton, NC?

253 River Rd, Grifton, NC is assigned to Grifton School (elementary), rated D+; Ayden-Grifton High School (high), rated D. All sit in Pitt County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 253 River Rd, Grifton, NC compare to other homes in Grifton 28530?

Among the 2,596 homes in Grifton 28530, it is worth more than 97% of them ($428,592 against a typical $180,148), its price per square foot is higher than 27% of them ($86 against a typical $117), it is bigger than almost all of them (4,961 ft² against a typical 1,518 ft²), its lot is bigger than 87% of them (2.32 ac against a typical 0.62 ac) and it is newer than 26% of them (1962 against a typical 1984). Measured against all of Pitt County, it is worth more than 86% 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 River Rd, Grifton, NC?

The 2026 property tax bill for 253 River Rd, Grifton, NC was $5,313. The county assessed it at $439,653.

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