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$284,666$99 / 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 71How 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

278 SAM POWELL DAIRY RD

ROANOKE RAPIDS, NC 27870
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,880 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.
0.92 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1995
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$285K
$202K low$367K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,667 (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.$273,300 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$13,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$260,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$273,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$227,800

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.52 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.1 percent flood zone

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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyHALIFAX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.92
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
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.

M
William R Davie Middle STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) AcademyD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.0 mi
H
Northwest Halifax Collegiate and TechnicD
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.3 mi
E
Aurelian Springs Institute of Global LeaB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 9.0 mi

District: Halifax County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27870These 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.92
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
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.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.24,618
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.344 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$52,026
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$66,418
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 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

278 Sam Powell Dairy 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 89% of homes in Roanoke Rapids 27870
  • Bigger than 95% of homes in Roanoke Rapids 27870
  • Has a bigger lot than 77% of homes in Roanoke Rapids 27870
  • Newer than 82% of homes in Roanoke Rapids 27870

What homes are worth in Roanoke Rapids 27870

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

This home
$27K$471K

This home is worth more than 89% of homes in Roanoke Rapids 27870.

How it measures up in Roanoke Rapids 27870

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Roanoke Rapids 27870.

Estimated value$284,666
CheaperTypical $116,517Pricier

Pricier than 89% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$99
CheaperTypical $99Pricier

Pricier than 50% of homes nearby

Living area2,880 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,400 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Lot size0.92 ac
SmallerTypical 0.41 acBigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Year built1995
OlderTypical 1967Newer

Newer than 82% of homes nearby

How 278 Sam Powell Dairy Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRoanoke Rapids 27870Halifax County
Estimated valuepricier than$284,66689% of homes87% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$9950% of homes54% of homes
Living areabigger than2,880 ft²95% of homes94% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.92 ac77% of homes56% of homes
Year builtnewer than199582% of homes79% of homes

About 278 Sam Powell Dairy Rd

How much is 278 Sam Powell Dairy Rd, Roanoke Rapids, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 278 Sam Powell Dairy Rd, Roanoke Rapids, NC is $284,666 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $201,960 to $367,372. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 278 Sam Powell Dairy Rd, Roanoke Rapids, NC last sell?

278 Sam Powell Dairy Rd, Roanoke Rapids, NC last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 278 Sam Powell Dairy Rd, Roanoke Rapids, NC?

278 Sam Powell Dairy Rd, Roanoke Rapids, NC has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,880 square feet of living space and a 0.92-acre lot.

When was 278 Sam Powell Dairy Rd, Roanoke Rapids, NC built?

278 Sam Powell Dairy Rd, Roanoke Rapids, NC was built in 1995, making it 31 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 278 Sam Powell Dairy Rd, Roanoke Rapids, NC?

278 Sam Powell Dairy Rd, Roanoke Rapids, NC is assigned to William R Davie Middle STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) Academy (middle), rated D-; Northwest Halifax Collegiate and Technic (high), rated D; Aurelian Springs Institute of Global Lea (elementary), rated B. All sit in Halifax County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 278 Sam Powell Dairy Rd, Roanoke Rapids, NC compare to other homes in Roanoke Rapids 27870?

Among the 11,282 homes in Roanoke Rapids 27870, it is worth more than 89% of them ($284,666 against a typical $116,517), its price per square foot is higher than 50% of them ($99 against a typical $99), it is bigger than 95% of them (2,880 ft² against a typical 1,400 ft²), its lot is bigger than 77% of them (0.92 ac against a typical 0.41 ac) and it is newer than 82% of them (1995 against a typical 1967). Measured against all of Halifax County, it is worth more than 87% 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 Sam Powell Dairy Rd, Roanoke Rapids, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 278 Sam Powell Dairy Rd, Roanoke Rapids, NC was $2,667. The county assessed it at $273,300.

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