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$52,257$55 / 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 69How 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

42 FIRST AVE

ROCKINGHAM, NC 28379
1
Baths
950 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.
4,316 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1960
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$52K
$36K low$68K high
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.$52,257
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$41,806

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$521 (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.$41,034 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,392
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$38,642
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$41,034
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$41,034

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.36
1
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.
90
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
70
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
9
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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.Residential (General/Single)
CountyRichmond
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.10
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Block (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.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.Porch · 98 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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
East Rockingham Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.6 mi
H
Richmond Early College High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.9 mi
M
Cordova Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.5 mi

District: Richmond County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28379These 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.106
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.84

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.20%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.25,056
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.157 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$45,765
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$62,018
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.62°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%

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

42 First Ave 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 84% of homes in Richmond County
  • Costs less per square foot than 86% of homes in Richmond County
  • Smaller than 80% of homes in Richmond County
  • Among the smallest lots in Rockingham 28379

What homes are worth in Rockingham 28379

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

This home
$24K$549K

This home is worth more than 17% of homes in Rockingham 28379.

How it measures up in Rockingham 28379

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rockingham 28379.

Estimated value$52,257
CheaperTypical $139,312Pricier

Pricier than 17% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$55
CheaperTypical $121Pricier

Pricier than 15% of homes nearby

Living area950 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,212 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 21% of homes nearby

Lot size4,316 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.66 acBigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built1960
OlderTypical 1970Newer

Newer than 40% of homes nearby

How 42 First Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRockingham 28379Richmond County
Estimated valuepricier than$52,25717% of homes16% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$5515% of homes14% of homes
Living areabigger than950 ft²21% of homes20% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4,316 ft²almost no homesalmost no homes
Year builtnewer than196040% of homes41% of homes

About 42 First Ave

How much is 42 First Ave, Rockingham, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 42 First Ave, Rockingham, NC is $52,257 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $36,106 to $68,408. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 42 First Ave, Rockingham, NC last sell?

42 First Ave, Rockingham, NC last sold on Sep 30, 2015, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 42 First Ave, Rockingham, NC?

42 First Ave, Rockingham, NC has 1 bathrooms, 950 square feet of living space and a 0.10-acre lot.

When was 42 First Ave, Rockingham, NC built?

42 First Ave, Rockingham, NC was built in 1960, making it 66 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 42 First Ave, Rockingham, NC?

42 First Ave, Rockingham, NC is assigned to East Rockingham Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Richmond Early College High School (high), rated A+; Cordova Middle School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Richmond County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 42 First Ave, Rockingham, NC compare to other homes in Rockingham 28379?

Among the 10,388 homes in Rockingham 28379, it is worth more than 17% of them ($52,257 against a typical $139,312), its price per square foot is higher than 15% of them ($55 against a typical $121), it is bigger than 21% of them (950 ft² against a typical 1,212 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (4,316 ft² against a typical 0.66 ac) and it is newer than 40% of them (1960 against a typical 1970). Measured against all of Richmond County, it is worth more than 16% 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 42 First Ave, Rockingham, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 42 First Ave, Rockingham, NC was $521. The county assessed it at $41,034.

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