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$331,136$209 / 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 85How 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 $80,000 on Jul 17, 1998

38 ACADEMY ST

ROPER, NC 27970
2
Baths
1,582 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.
118.5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1974
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

$331K
$283K low$379K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$80,000 · Jul 17, 1998
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.$331,136
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$264,909

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$802 (2022)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$93,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$7,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$85,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$93,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$93,300

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
26
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
25
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
80
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
82
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
16
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.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyWashington
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.1980
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.118.50
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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.Patio · 560 ft²

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

E
Washington County Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 4.2 mi
H
Washington County High SchoolD-
High · Grades 6–12 · 8.2 mi

District: Washington County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27970These 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.116
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.28

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.17%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,988
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.28 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$43,355
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$56,754
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.61°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.51 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

38 Academy St 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 97% of homes in Washington County
  • Costs more per square foot than 95% of homes in Washington County
  • Bigger than 75% of homes in Roper 27970
  • Among the largest lots in Roper 27970

What homes are worth in Roper 27970

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

This home
$32K$493K

This home is worth more than 93% of homes in Roper 27970.

How it measures up in Roper 27970

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Roper 27970.

Estimated value$331,136
CheaperTypical $115,470Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$209
CheaperTypical $95Pricier

Pricier than 89% of homes nearby

Living area1,582 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,236 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 75% of homes nearby

Lot size118.5 ac
SmallerTypical 0.77 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built1974
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 46% of homes nearby

How 38 Academy St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRoper 27970Washington County
Estimated valuepricier than$331,13693% of homes97% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20989% of homes95% of homes
Living areabigger than1,582 ft²75% of homes75% of homes
Lot sizebigger than118.5 acalmost all homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than197446% of homes55% of homes

About 38 Academy St

How much is 38 Academy St, Roper, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 38 Academy St, Roper, NC is $331,136 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $282,785 to $379,487. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 38 Academy St, Roper, NC last sell?

38 Academy St, Roper, NC last sold on Jul 17, 1998 for $80,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 38 Academy St, Roper, NC?

38 Academy St, Roper, NC has 2 bathrooms, 1,582 square feet of living space and a 118.50-acre lot.

When was 38 Academy St, Roper, NC built?

38 Academy St, Roper, NC was built in 1974, making it 52 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 38 Academy St, Roper, NC?

38 Academy St, Roper, NC is assigned to Washington County Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Washington County High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Washington County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 38 Academy St, Roper, NC compare to other homes in Roper 27970?

Among the 1,731 homes in Roper 27970, it is worth more than 93% of them ($331,136 against a typical $115,470), its price per square foot is higher than 89% of them ($209 against a typical $95), it is bigger than 75% of them (1,582 ft² against a typical 1,236 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (118.5 ac against a typical 0.77 ac) and it is newer than 46% of them (1974 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Washington County, it is worth more than 97% 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 38 Academy St, Roper, NC?

The 2022 property tax bill for 38 Academy St, Roper, NC was $802. The county assessed it at $93,300.

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