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$455,331$261 / 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 82How 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

4138 PRESTON PL SE

SOUTHPORT, NC 28461
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,746 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.
1997
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$455K
$373K low$537K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,450 (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.$361,010 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$48,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$313,010
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$361,010
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$361,010

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.39
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
29
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
76
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
76
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
CountyBRUNSWICK
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.2001
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.No Foundation
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.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
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(2)

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.

M
South Brunswick Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.4 mi
H
South Brunswick High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.8 mi
E
Virginia Williamson Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 8.3 mi

District: Brunswick County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28461These 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.96
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.91
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.74

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.81%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.9%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.25,884
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.234 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$84,351
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$101,771
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

4138 Preston Pl Se 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.

  • Has a smaller lot than 81% of homes in Southport 28461
  • Older than 78% of homes in Southport 28461

What homes are worth in Southport 28461

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

This home
$237K$2.5M

This home is worth more than 39% of homes in Southport 28461.

How it measures up in Southport 28461

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Southport 28461.

Estimated value$455,331
CheaperTypical $560,314Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$261
CheaperTypical $274Pricier

Pricier than 43% of homes nearby

Living area1,746 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,000 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Lot size0.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.31 acBigger

Bigger than 19% of homes nearby

Year built1997
OlderTypical 2006Newer

Newer than 22% of homes nearby

How 4138 Preston Pl Se ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouthport 28461Brunswick County
Estimated valuepricier than$455,33139% of homes50% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$26143% of homes54% of homes
Living areabigger than1,746 ft²39% of homes50% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.2 ac19% of homes34% of homes
Year builtnewer than199722% of homes32% of homes

About 4138 Preston Pl Se

How much is 4138 Preston Pl Se, Southport, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4138 Preston Pl Se, Southport, NC is $455,331 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $373,308 to $537,354. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4138 Preston Pl Se, Southport, NC last sell?

4138 Preston Pl Se, Southport, NC last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 4138 Preston Pl Se, Southport, NC?

4138 Preston Pl Se, Southport, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,746 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.

When was 4138 Preston Pl Se, Southport, NC built?

4138 Preston Pl Se, Southport, NC was built in 1997, making it 29 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 4138 Preston Pl Se, Southport, NC?

4138 Preston Pl Se, Southport, NC is assigned to South Brunswick Middle School (middle), rated C-; South Brunswick High School (high), rated C; Virginia Williamson Elementary School (elementary), rated C. All sit in Brunswick County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 4138 Preston Pl Se, Southport, NC compare to other homes in Southport 28461?

Among the 14,893 homes in Southport 28461, it is worth more than 39% of them ($455,331 against a typical $560,314), its price per square foot is higher than 43% of them ($261 against a typical $274), it is bigger than 39% of them (1,746 ft² against a typical 2,000 ft²), its lot is bigger than 19% of them (0.2 ac against a typical 0.31 ac) and it is newer than 22% of them (1997 against a typical 2006). Measured against all of Brunswick County, it is worth more than 50% 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 4138 Preston Pl Se, Southport, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 4138 Preston Pl Se, Southport, NC was $1,450. The county assessed it at $361,010.

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