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$117,070$118 / 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 59How 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 $12,500 on Feb 10, 2026

3878 NC HWY 242 S

DUNN, NC 28334
2
Beds
1
Baths
990 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.
1.25 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1930
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$117K
$69K low$165K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$12,500 · Feb 10, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$610 (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.$96,050 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$48,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$47,450
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$63,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$96,050

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyJOHNSTON
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.1950
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.25
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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.StableShed · 384 ft²Porch · 234 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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
Meadow SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 3.6 mi
H
South Johnston High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.4 mi

District: Johnston County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28334These 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.137
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.81
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.49

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.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.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.26,956
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.167 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$52,930
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$73,639
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.61°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.63%

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How this home compares

3878 Nc Hwy 242 S 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 98% of homes in Johnston County
  • Costs less per square foot than 93% of homes in Johnston County
  • Smaller than 97% of homes in Johnston County
  • Has a bigger lot than 79% of homes in Johnston County
  • Older than 96% of homes in Johnston County

What homes are worth in Dunn 28334

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

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$47K$617K

This home is worth more than 16% of homes in Dunn 28334.

How it measures up in Dunn 28334

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dunn 28334.

Estimated value$117,070
CheaperTypical $212,723Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$118
CheaperTypical $140Pricier

Pricier than 33% of homes nearby

Living area990 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,546 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Lot size1.25 ac
SmallerTypical 0.66 acBigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Year built1930
OlderTypical 1977Newer

Newer than 10% of homes nearby

How 3878 Nc Hwy 242 S ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDunn 28334Johnston County
Estimated valuepricier than$117,07016% of homes2% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11833% of homes7% of homes
Living areabigger than990 ft²10% of homes3% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.25 ac72% of homes79% of homes
Year builtnewer than193010% of homes4% of homes

About 3878 Nc Hwy 242 S

How much is 3878 Nc Hwy 242 S, Dunn, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3878 Nc Hwy 242 S, Dunn, NC is $117,070 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $69,497 to $164,643. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3878 Nc Hwy 242 S, Dunn, NC last sell?

3878 Nc Hwy 242 S, Dunn, NC last sold on Feb 10, 2026 for $12,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 3878 Nc Hwy 242 S, Dunn, NC?

3878 Nc Hwy 242 S, Dunn, NC has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 990 square feet of living space and a 1.25-acre lot.

When was 3878 Nc Hwy 242 S, Dunn, NC built?

3878 Nc Hwy 242 S, Dunn, NC was built in 1930, making it 96 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 3878 Nc Hwy 242 S, Dunn, NC?

3878 Nc Hwy 242 S, Dunn, NC is assigned to Meadow School (elementary), rated A; South Johnston High School (high), rated C. All sit in Johnston County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3878 Nc Hwy 242 S, Dunn, NC compare to other homes in Dunn 28334?

Among the 9,591 homes in Dunn 28334, it is worth more than 16% of them ($117,070 against a typical $212,723), its price per square foot is higher than 33% of them ($118 against a typical $140), it is bigger than 10% of them (990 ft² against a typical 1,546 ft²), its lot is bigger than 72% of them (1.25 ac against a typical 0.66 ac) and it is newer than 10% of them (1930 against a typical 1977). Measured against all of Johnston County, it is worth more than 2% 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 3878 Nc Hwy 242 S, Dunn, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 3878 Nc Hwy 242 S, Dunn, NC was $610. The county assessed it at $96,050.

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