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$520,493$194 / 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 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $486,000 on May 4, 2023

481 HOWARDS CROSSING DR

WENDELL, NC 27591
4
Beds
4 / 1
Baths
2,678 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.
0.63 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2022
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$520K
$481K low$560K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$486,000 · May 4, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,968 (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.$467,360 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$80,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$387,360
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$311,570
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$467,360

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.47
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
15
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
85
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
90
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
45
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
CountyJohnston
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.63
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 224 ft²

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.

H
Corinth Holders High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.1 mi
M
Archer Lodge Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.5 mi
E
Corinth-Holders Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 4.1 mi

District: Johnston County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27591These 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.85
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.76
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.42

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.95%
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.5.5%
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.27,114
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.404 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$83,960
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$99,245
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°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.58%

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How this home compares

481 Howards Crossing 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 90% of homes in Johnston County
  • Bigger than 89% of homes in Wendell 27591
  • Has a bigger lot than 65% of homes in Wendell 27591
  • Newer than 93% of homes in Johnston County

What homes are worth in Wendell 27591

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

This home
$159K$732K

This home is worth more than 87% of homes in Wendell 27591.

How it measures up in Wendell 27591

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wendell 27591.

Estimated value$520,493
CheaperTypical $365,058Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$194
CheaperTypical $203Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Living area2,678 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,861 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 89% of homes nearby

Lot size0.63 ac
SmallerTypical 0.36 acBigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Year built2022
OlderTypical 2014Newer

Newer than 76% of homes nearby

How 481 Howards Crossing Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWendell 27591Johnston County
Estimated valuepricier than$520,49387% of homes90% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19440% of homes59% of homes
Living areabigger than2,678 ft²89% of homes84% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.63 ac65% of homes48% of homes
Year builtnewer than202276% of homes93% of homes

About 481 Howards Crossing Dr

How much is 481 Howards Crossing Dr, Wendell, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 481 Howards Crossing Dr, Wendell, NC is $520,493 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $480,967 to $560,019. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 481 Howards Crossing Dr, Wendell, NC last sell?

481 Howards Crossing Dr, Wendell, NC last sold on May 4, 2023 for $486,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 481 Howards Crossing Dr, Wendell, NC?

481 Howards Crossing Dr, Wendell, NC has 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 2,678 square feet of living space and a 0.63-acre lot.

When was 481 Howards Crossing Dr, Wendell, NC built?

481 Howards Crossing Dr, Wendell, NC was built in 2022, making it 4 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 481 Howards Crossing Dr, Wendell, NC?

481 Howards Crossing Dr, Wendell, NC is assigned to Corinth Holders High School (high), rated B-; Archer Lodge Middle School (middle), rated B+; Corinth-Holders Elementary School (elementary), rated B-. All sit in Johnston County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 481 Howards Crossing Dr, Wendell, NC compare to other homes in Wendell 27591?

Among the 13,327 homes in Wendell 27591, it is worth more than 87% of them ($520,493 against a typical $365,058), its price per square foot is higher than 40% of them ($194 against a typical $203), it is bigger than 89% of them (2,678 ft² against a typical 1,861 ft²), its lot is bigger than 65% of them (0.63 ac against a typical 0.36 ac) and it is newer than 76% of them (2022 against a typical 2014). Measured against all of Johnston County, it is worth more than 90% 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 481 Howards Crossing Dr, Wendell, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 481 Howards Crossing Dr, Wendell, NC was $2,968. The county assessed it at $467,360.

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