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$489,951$161 / ft²
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Last sold for $490,000 on Jun 4, 2026

274 COLSON RIDGE DR

CLAYTON, NC 27520
4
Beds
3
Baths
3,040 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.
1.56 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2019
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$490K
$481K low$499K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$490,000 · Jun 4, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,169 (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.$499,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$80,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$419,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$338,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$499,000

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.46
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.
84
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
88
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
45
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.Single Family Residence
CountyJOHNSTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.56
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
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

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.

H
Cleveland High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi
E
Polenta Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.8 mi
M
Swift Creek Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.9 mi

District: Johnston County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27520These 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.83
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.81
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.41

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.2%
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.54,519
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.742 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$82,764
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$96,047
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 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

274 Colson Ridge 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 87% of homes in Clayton 27520
  • Costs less per square foot than 83% of homes in Clayton 27520
  • Bigger than 92% of homes in Clayton 27520
  • Has a bigger lot than 91% of homes in Clayton 27520
  • Newer than 84% of homes in Clayton 27520

What homes are worth in Clayton 27520

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

This home
$183K$672K

This home is worth more than 87% of homes in Clayton 27520.

How it measures up in Clayton 27520

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Clayton 27520.

Estimated value$489,951
CheaperTypical $341,365Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$161
CheaperTypical $196Pricier

Pricier than 17% of homes nearby

Living area3,040 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,682 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Lot size1.56 ac
SmallerTypical 0.48 acBigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Year built2019
OlderTypical 2003Newer

Newer than 84% of homes nearby

How 274 Colson Ridge Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeClayton 27520Johnston County
Estimated valuepricier than$489,95187% of homes86% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16117% of homes27% of homes
Living areabigger than3,040 ft²92% of homes92% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.56 ac91% of homes84% of homes
Year builtnewer than201984% of homes82% of homes

About 274 Colson Ridge Dr

How much is 274 Colson Ridge Dr, Clayton, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 274 Colson Ridge Dr, Clayton, NC is $489,951 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $481,391 to $498,511. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 274 Colson Ridge Dr, Clayton, NC last sell?

274 Colson Ridge Dr, Clayton, NC last sold on Jun 4, 2026 for $490,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 274 Colson Ridge Dr, Clayton, NC?

274 Colson Ridge Dr, Clayton, NC has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3,040 square feet of living space and a 1.56-acre lot.

When was 274 Colson Ridge Dr, Clayton, NC built?

274 Colson Ridge Dr, Clayton, NC was built in 2019, making it 7 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 274 Colson Ridge Dr, Clayton, NC?

274 Colson Ridge Dr, Clayton, NC is assigned to Cleveland High School (high), rated B-; Polenta Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Swift Creek Middle School (middle), rated A-. All sit in Johnston County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 274 Colson Ridge Dr, Clayton, NC compare to other homes in Clayton 27520?

Among the 18,256 homes in Clayton 27520, it is worth more than 87% of them ($489,951 against a typical $341,365), its price per square foot is higher than 17% of them ($161 against a typical $196), it is bigger than 92% of them (3,040 ft² against a typical 1,682 ft²), its lot is bigger than 91% of them (1.56 ac against a typical 0.48 ac) and it is newer than 84% of them (2019 against a typical 2003). Measured against all of Johnston 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 274 Colson Ridge Dr, Clayton, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 274 Colson Ridge Dr, Clayton, NC was $3,169. The county assessed it at $499,000.

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