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$924,824$339 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $415,500 on Feb 15, 2002

478 BISCAYNE DR

WILMINGTON, NC 28411
4
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
2,730 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.
1.62 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1962
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$925K
$790K low$1.1M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$415,500 · Feb 15, 2002

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,740 (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.$968,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$515,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$452,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$968,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$968,700

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.102 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.99%
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Raised Ranch
CountyNew Hanover
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.2017
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.62
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Footing
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
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.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 144 ft²Patio · 582 ft²Porch · 125 ft²

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

E
Ogden Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.2 mi
H
Emsley A Laney High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.7 mi
M
Holly Shelter Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 7.5 mi

District: New Hanover County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28411These 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.51
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.41,618
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.953 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$97,812
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$113,255
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.63°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.58 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

478 Biscayne Dr 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 88% of homes in Bayshore
  • Costs more per square foot than 89% of homes in Bayshore
  • Bigger than 84% of homes in New Hanover County
  • Has a bigger lot than 98% of homes in Bayshore
  • Among the oldest homes in Bayshore

What homes are worth in Wilmington 28411

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

This home
$264K$5M

This home is worth more than 87% of homes in Wilmington 28411.

How it measures up in Wilmington 28411

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wilmington 28411.

Estimated value$924,824
CheaperTypical $491,507Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$339
CheaperTypical $261Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Living area2,730 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,980 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Lot size1.62 ac
SmallerTypical 0.31 acBigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Year built1962
OlderTypical 2000Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 478 Biscayne Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBayshoreWilmington 28411New Hanover County
Estimated valuepricier than$924,82488% of homes87% of homes87% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$33989% of homes87% of homes77% of homes
Living areabigger than2,730 ft²77% of homes77% of homes84% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.62 ac98% of homes98% of homes98% of homes
Year builtnewer than1962almost no homesalmost no homes14% of homes

About 478 Biscayne Dr

How much is 478 Biscayne Dr, Wilmington, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 478 Biscayne Dr, Wilmington, NC is $924,824 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $790,431 to $1,059,217. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 478 Biscayne Dr, Wilmington, NC last sell?

478 Biscayne Dr, Wilmington, NC last sold on Feb 15, 2002 for $415,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 478 Biscayne Dr, Wilmington, NC?

478 Biscayne Dr, Wilmington, NC has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,730 square feet of living space and a 1.62-acre lot.

When was 478 Biscayne Dr, Wilmington, NC built?

478 Biscayne Dr, Wilmington, NC was built in 1962, making it 64 years old. It is a raised ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 478 Biscayne Dr, Wilmington, NC?

478 Biscayne Dr, Wilmington, NC is assigned to Ogden Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Emsley A Laney High School (high), rated C-; Holly Shelter Middle School (middle), rated A-. All sit in New Hanover County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 478 Biscayne Dr, Wilmington, NC compare to other homes in Wilmington 28411?

Among the 15,903 homes in Wilmington 28411, it is worth more than 87% of them ($924,824 against a typical $491,507), its price per square foot is higher than 87% of them ($339 against a typical $261), it is bigger than 77% of them (2,730 ft² against a typical 1,980 ft²), its lot is bigger than 98% of them (1.62 ac against a typical 0.31 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1962 against a typical 2000). Measured against all of New Hanover County, it is worth more than 87% 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 478 Biscayne Dr, Wilmington, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 478 Biscayne Dr, Wilmington, NC was $3,740. The county assessed it at $968,700.

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