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$216,000$92 / 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 73How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $136,500 on Jul 24, 2026

401 8TH ST

SPENCER, NC 28159
1.5
Baths
2,352 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.
0.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1925
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$216K
$158K low$274K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$136,500 · Jul 24, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,779 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$157,440 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$12,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$144,940
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$157,440
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$157,440

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.18
56
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
13
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
25
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.19 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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
CountyROWAN
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.1990
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.20
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Footing
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Package
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
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.Porch · 348 ft²

Transaction History(5)

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.

H
North Rowan High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
M
North Rowan Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
E
North Rowan Elementary SchoolF
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.2 mi

District: Rowan-Salisbury Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28159These 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.122
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 100.58

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
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.2,713
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,228 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$63,300
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$85,241
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.44 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

401 8th 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 67% of homes in Spencer 28159
  • Costs less per square foot than 92% of homes in Rowan County
  • Bigger than 88% of homes in Spencer 28159
  • Has a smaller lot than 90% of homes in Rowan County
  • Older than 94% of homes in Rowan County

What homes are worth in Spencer 28159

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

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$65K$581K

This home is worth more than 67% of homes in Spencer 28159.

How it measures up in Spencer 28159

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Spencer 28159.

Estimated value$216,000
CheaperTypical $182,518Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$92
CheaperTypical $123Pricier

Pricier than 24% of homes nearby

Living area2,352 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,490 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Lot size0.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.29 acBigger

Bigger than 28% of homes nearby

Year built1925
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 31% of homes nearby

How 401 8th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSpencer 28159Rowan County
Estimated valuepricier than$216,00067% of homes40% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$9224% of homes8% of homes
Living areabigger than2,352 ft²88% of homes84% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.2 ac28% of homes10% of homes
Year builtnewer than192531% of homes6% of homes

About 401 8th St

How much is 401 8th St, Spencer, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 401 8th St, Spencer, NC is $216,000 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $158,274 to $273,726. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 401 8th St, Spencer, NC last sell?

401 8th St, Spencer, NC last sold on Jul 24, 2026 for $136,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 401 8th St, Spencer, NC?

401 8th St, Spencer, NC has 1.5 bathrooms, 2,352 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.

When was 401 8th St, Spencer, NC built?

401 8th St, Spencer, NC was built in 1925, making it 101 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 401 8th St, Spencer, NC?

401 8th St, Spencer, NC is assigned to North Rowan High School (high), rated F; North Rowan Middle School (middle), rated F; North Rowan Elementary School (elementary), rated F. All sit in Rowan-Salisbury Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 401 8th St, Spencer, NC compare to other homes in Spencer 28159?

Among the 1,258 homes in Spencer 28159, it is worth more than 67% of them ($216,000 against a typical $182,518), its price per square foot is higher than 24% of them ($92 against a typical $123), it is bigger than 88% of them (2,352 ft² against a typical 1,490 ft²), its lot is bigger than 28% of them (0.2 ac against a typical 0.29 ac) and it is newer than 31% of them (1925 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Rowan County, it is worth more than 40% 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 401 8th St, Spencer, NC?

The 2026 property tax bill for 401 8th St, Spencer, NC was $1,779. The county assessed it at $157,440.

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