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$384,911$120 / 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 86How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $9,000 on Dec 1, 1991

281 RADAR RD

ARARAT, NC 27007
3
Beds
2
Baths
3,198 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.
4.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1979
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$385K
$330K low$440K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$9,000 · Dec 1, 1991
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$384,911
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$307,929

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,791 (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.$303,140 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$35,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$267,440
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$266,290
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$303,140

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.
15
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
82
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
95
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.Rural Residence
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.2002
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.4.20
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.Wood 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.In-Ground Vinyl Pool
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 940 ft²

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

H
East Surry High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.4 mi
M
Pilot Mountain Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 7.5 mi
E
Shoals Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 8.4 mi

District: Surry County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27007These 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.109
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.96
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.69

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.7.1%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,343
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.107 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$69,301
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$82,607
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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

281 Radar 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 84% of homes in Surry County
  • Costs less per square foot than 74% of homes in Ararat 27007
  • Bigger than 98% of homes in Ararat 27007
  • Has a bigger lot than 79% of homes in Surry County

What homes are worth in Ararat 27007

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

This home
$91K$691K

This home is worth more than 81% of homes in Ararat 27007.

How it measures up in Ararat 27007

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ararat 27007.

Estimated value$384,911
CheaperTypical $253,712Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$120
CheaperTypical $153Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Living area3,198 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,664 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Lot size4.2 ac
SmallerTypical 2.16 acBigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

Year built1979
OlderTypical 1993Newer

Newer than 38% of homes nearby

How 281 Radar Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeArarat 27007Surry County
Estimated valuepricier than$384,91181% of homes84% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12026% of homes28% of homes
Living areabigger than3,198 ft²98% of homes96% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4.2 ac62% of homes79% of homes
Year builtnewer than197938% of homes61% of homes

About 281 Radar Rd

How much is 281 Radar Rd, Ararat, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 281 Radar Rd, Ararat, NC is $384,911 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $330,079 to $439,743. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 281 Radar Rd, Ararat, NC last sell?

281 Radar Rd, Ararat, NC last sold on Dec 1, 1991 for $9,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 281 Radar Rd, Ararat, NC?

281 Radar Rd, Ararat, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 3,198 square feet of living space and a 4.20-acre lot.

When was 281 Radar Rd, Ararat, NC built?

281 Radar Rd, Ararat, NC was built in 1979, making it 47 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 281 Radar Rd, Ararat, NC?

281 Radar Rd, Ararat, NC is assigned to East Surry High School (high), rated B; Pilot Mountain Middle School (middle), rated A+; Shoals Elementary School (elementary), rated A-. All sit in Surry County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 281 Radar Rd, Ararat, NC compare to other homes in Ararat 27007?

Among the 774 homes in Ararat 27007, it is worth more than 81% of them ($384,911 against a typical $253,712), its price per square foot is higher than 26% of them ($120 against a typical $153), it is bigger than 98% of them (3,198 ft² against a typical 1,664 ft²), its lot is bigger than 62% of them (4.2 ac against a typical 2.16 ac) and it is newer than 38% of them (1979 against a typical 1993). Measured against all of Surry County, it is worth more than 84% 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 281 Radar Rd, Ararat, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 281 Radar Rd, Ararat, NC was $1,791. The county assessed it at $303,140.

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