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$234,467$101 / 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 69How 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
Last sold for $110,500 on Nov 30, 2022

279 ROCK CREEK DR

NEW BERN, NC 28562
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,328 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.
1.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1997
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$234K
$162K low$307K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$110,500 · Nov 30, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,311 (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.$304,100 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$304,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$304,100

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.57
100
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
27
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
85
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
71
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
6
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.145 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.100%
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.Contemporary
CountyJones
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.14
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Prefab
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.

E
Pollocksville Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 7.5 mi

District: Jones County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28562These 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.87
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 100.31

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.6%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.39,411
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.282 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$76,122
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$97,726
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.63°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.54 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

279 Rock Creek 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 less than 79% of homes in New Bern 28562
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in New Bern 28562
  • Bigger than 90% of homes in New Bern 28562
  • Has a bigger lot than 90% of homes in New Bern 28562
  • Newer than 75% of homes in Jones County

What homes are worth in New Bern 28562

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

This home
$141K$888K

This home is worth more than 21% of homes in New Bern 28562.

How it measures up in New Bern 28562

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in New Bern 28562.

Estimated value$234,467
CheaperTypical $328,998Pricier

Pricier than 21% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$101
CheaperTypical $210Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area2,328 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,561 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Lot size1.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.44 acBigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Year built1997
OlderTypical 1995Newer

Newer than 55% of homes nearby

How 279 Rock Creek Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNew Bern 28562Jones County
Estimated valuepricier than$234,46721% of homes72% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$101almost no homes34% of homes
Living areabigger than2,328 ft²90% of homes87% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.14 ac90% of homes58% of homes
Year builtnewer than199755% of homes75% of homes

About 279 Rock Creek Dr

How much is 279 Rock Creek Dr, New Bern, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 279 Rock Creek Dr, New Bern, NC is $234,467 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $161,764 to $307,170. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 279 Rock Creek Dr, New Bern, NC last sell?

279 Rock Creek Dr, New Bern, NC last sold on Nov 30, 2022 for $110,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 279 Rock Creek Dr, New Bern, NC?

279 Rock Creek Dr, New Bern, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,328 square feet of living space and a 1.14-acre lot.

When was 279 Rock Creek Dr, New Bern, NC built?

279 Rock Creek Dr, New Bern, NC was built in 1997, making it 29 years old. It is a contemporary home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 279 Rock Creek Dr, New Bern, NC?

279 Rock Creek Dr, New Bern, NC is assigned to Pollocksville Elementary School (elementary), rated B. All sit in Jones County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 279 Rock Creek Dr, New Bern, NC compare to other homes in New Bern 28562?

Among the 16,951 homes in New Bern 28562, it is worth more than 21% of them ($234,467 against a typical $328,998), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($101 against a typical $210), it is bigger than 90% of them (2,328 ft² against a typical 1,561 ft²), its lot is bigger than 90% of them (1.14 ac against a typical 0.44 ac) and it is newer than 55% of them (1997 against a typical 1995). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 279 Rock Creek Dr, New Bern, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 279 Rock Creek Dr, New Bern, NC was $2,311. The county assessed it at $304,100.

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