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253 ROCKFORD RD

DOBSON, NC 27017
0
Baths
6,000 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.
0.73 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1976
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$885 (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.$152,810 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$21,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$131,810
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$137,890
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$152,810

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.45
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
16
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.
94
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
35
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Retail Stores (Personal Services, Photography, Travel)
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.1993
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.73
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Steel Frame
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.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 96 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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.

H
Surry Central High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi
E
Rockford Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.9 mi
M
Central Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.9 mi

District: Surry County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27017These 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.105
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.97
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.77

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.9.1%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
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.8,956
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.$61,906
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$81,189
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.57°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 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 Rockford 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 homes in Dobson 27017
  • Has a smaller lot than 79% of homes in Dobson 27017

How it measures up in Dobson 27017

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dobson 27017.

Living area6,000 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,552 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.73 ac
SmallerTypical 1.56 acBigger

Bigger than 21% of homes nearby

Year built1976
OlderTypical 1977Newer

Newer than 49% of homes nearby

How 253 Rockford Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDobson 27017Surry County
Living areabigger than6,000 ft²almost all homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than0.73 ac21% of homes35% of homes
Year builtnewer than197649% of homes56% of homes

About 253 Rockford Rd

When did 253 Rockford Rd, Dobson, NC last sell?

253 Rockford Rd, Dobson, NC last sold on May 31, 2018, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 253 Rockford Rd, Dobson, NC?

253 Rockford Rd, Dobson, NC has 6,000 square feet of living space and a 0.73-acre lot.

When was 253 Rockford Rd, Dobson, NC built?

253 Rockford Rd, Dobson, NC was built in 1976, making it 50 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 253 Rockford Rd, Dobson, NC?

253 Rockford Rd, Dobson, NC is assigned to Surry Central High School (high), rated C; Rockford Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Central Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in Surry County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 253 Rockford Rd, Dobson, NC compare to other homes in Dobson 27017?

Among the 2,791 homes in Dobson 27017, it is bigger than almost all of them (6,000 ft² against a typical 1,552 ft²), its lot is bigger than 21% of them (0.73 ac against a typical 1.56 ac) and it is newer than 49% of them (1976 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 Rockford Rd, Dobson, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 253 Rockford Rd, Dobson, NC was $885. The county assessed it at $152,810.

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