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$349,454$224 / 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 78How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026

278 GALAX DR

PURLEAR, NC 28665
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,562 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.
1.34 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1999
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$349K
$272K low$427K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,425 (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.$283,640 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$34,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$248,940
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$134,440
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$283,640

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.Rustic
CountyWILKES
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.34
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.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
Mt. Pleasant Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 5.2 mi
H
West Wilkes High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.0 mi
M
West Wilkes Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 8.3 mi

District: Wilkes County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28665These 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.127
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.92

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.76%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
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.2,356
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.37 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$44,887
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$64,843
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°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.60%

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How this home compares

278 Galax 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 75% of homes in Wilkes County
  • Costs more per square foot than 77% of homes in Wilkes County
  • Has a smaller lot than 68% of homes in Purlear 28665
  • Newer than 84% of homes in Wilkes County

What homes are worth in Purlear 28665

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

This home
$56K$942K

This home is worth more than 58% of homes in Purlear 28665.

How it measures up in Purlear 28665

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Purlear 28665.

Estimated value$349,454
CheaperTypical $311,986Pricier

Pricier than 58% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$224
CheaperTypical $210Pricier

Pricier than 56% of homes nearby

Living area1,562 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,474 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Lot size1.34 ac
SmallerTypical 2.55 acBigger

Bigger than 32% of homes nearby

Year built1999
OlderTypical 1995Newer

Newer than 62% of homes nearby

How 278 Galax Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePurlear 28665Wilkes County
Estimated valuepricier than$349,45458% of homes75% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22456% of homes77% of homes
Living areabigger than1,562 ft²57% of homes60% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.34 ac32% of homes52% of homes
Year builtnewer than199962% of homes84% of homes

About 278 Galax Dr

How much is 278 Galax Dr, Purlear, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 278 Galax Dr, Purlear, NC is $349,454 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $271,523 to $427,385. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 278 Galax Dr, Purlear, NC last sell?

278 Galax Dr, Purlear, NC last sold on Mar 15, 1999, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 278 Galax Dr, Purlear, NC?

278 Galax Dr, Purlear, NC has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,562 square feet of living space and a 1.34-acre lot.

When was 278 Galax Dr, Purlear, NC built?

278 Galax Dr, Purlear, NC was built in 1999, making it 27 years old. It is a rustic home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 278 Galax Dr, Purlear, NC?

278 Galax Dr, Purlear, NC is assigned to Mt. Pleasant Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; West Wilkes High School (high), rated C+; West Wilkes Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Wilkes County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 278 Galax Dr, Purlear, NC compare to other homes in Purlear 28665?

Among the 1,286 homes in Purlear 28665, it is worth more than 58% of them ($349,454 against a typical $311,986), its price per square foot is higher than 56% of them ($224 against a typical $210), it is bigger than 57% of them (1,562 ft² against a typical 1,474 ft²), its lot is bigger than 32% of them (1.34 ac against a typical 2.55 ac) and it is newer than 62% of them (1999 against a typical 1995). Measured against all of Wilkes County, it is worth more than 75% 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 278 Galax Dr, Purlear, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 278 Galax Dr, Purlear, NC was $1,425. The county assessed it at $283,640.

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