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$1,571,473$501 / 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 77How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $650,000 on Jun 12, 2015

281 SEAWATCH WAY

KURE BEACH, NC 28449
5
Beds
4
Baths
3,135 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.
0.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2004
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

$1.6M
$1.2M low$1.9M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$650,000 · Jun 12, 2015

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,287 (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.$1,106,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$401,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$704,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$718,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,106,000

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.56 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.60%
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.minimal

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.Traditional/Old
CountyNEW HANOVER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.12
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Galvanized
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Basement
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 16 ft²Patio · 240 ft²Porch · 320 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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
Carolina Beach Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.6 mi
H
Eugene Ashley High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.4 mi
M
Charles P. Murray Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 6.4 mi

District: New Hanover County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28449These 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.174
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.62

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.46%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.2.7%
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.1,729
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.200 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$120,120
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$150,047
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.63°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.61 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.63%

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How this home compares

281 Seawatch Way 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 96% of homes in New Hanover County
  • Costs more per square foot than 91% of homes in New Hanover County
  • Bigger than 91% of homes in New Hanover County
  • Has a smaller lot than 85% of homes in New Hanover County
  • Newer than 75% of homes in Kure Beach 28449

What homes are worth in Kure Beach 28449

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

This home
$337K$2.8M

This home is worth more than 90% of homes in Kure Beach 28449.

How it measures up in Kure Beach 28449

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Kure Beach 28449.

Estimated value$1,571,473
CheaperTypical $805,786Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$501
CheaperTypical $447Pricier

Pricier than 65% of homes nearby

Living area3,135 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,971 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 89% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.12 acBigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Year built2004
OlderTypical 1996Newer

Newer than 75% of homes nearby

How 281 Seawatch Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeKure Beach 28449New Hanover County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,571,47390% of homes96% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$50165% of homes91% of homes
Living areabigger than3,135 ft²89% of homes91% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac24% of homes15% of homes
Year builtnewer than200475% of homes73% of homes

About 281 Seawatch Way

How much is 281 Seawatch Way, Kure Beach, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 281 Seawatch Way, Kure Beach, NC is $1,571,473 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,214,359 to $1,928,587. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 281 Seawatch Way, Kure Beach, NC last sell?

281 Seawatch Way, Kure Beach, NC last sold on Jun 12, 2015 for $650,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 281 Seawatch Way, Kure Beach, NC?

281 Seawatch Way, Kure Beach, NC has 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 3,135 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 281 Seawatch Way, Kure Beach, NC built?

281 Seawatch Way, Kure Beach, NC was built in 2004, making it 22 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 281 Seawatch Way, Kure Beach, NC?

281 Seawatch Way, Kure Beach, NC is assigned to Carolina Beach Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Eugene Ashley High School (high), rated C+; Charles P. Murray Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in New Hanover County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 281 Seawatch Way, Kure Beach, NC compare to other homes in Kure Beach 28449?

Among the 2,086 homes in Kure Beach 28449, it is worth more than 90% of them ($1,571,473 against a typical $805,786), its price per square foot is higher than 65% of them ($501 against a typical $447), it is bigger than 89% of them (3,135 ft² against a typical 1,971 ft²), its lot is bigger than 24% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 0.12 ac) and it is newer than 75% of them (2004 against a typical 1996). Measured against all of New Hanover County, it is worth more than 96% 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 Seawatch Way, Kure Beach, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 281 Seawatch Way, Kure Beach, NC was $5,287. The county assessed it at $1,106,000.

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