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$403,988$158 / 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 96How 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
Last sold for $410,000 on Mar 9, 2026

493 RIVER BLUFF DR

SHALLOTTE, NC 28470
Building report
3
Beds
4.5
Baths
2,562 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.
2,226 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2005
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$404K
$389K low$419K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$410,000 · Mar 9, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,106 (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.$415,050 (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.$367,050
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$415,050
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$415,050

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.63
83
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
37
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
79
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
80
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
36
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.12 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.45%

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Townhouse
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Townhouse
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.2010
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.05
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(3)

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
Shallotte Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
H
West Brunswick High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.6 mi
E
Union Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 5.1 mi

District: Brunswick County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28470These 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.79
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.93

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.84%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.9%
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.13,868
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.258 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$64,700
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$84,569
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.63°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.57 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

493 River Bluff 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 95% of homes in Brunswick County
  • Bigger than 91% of homes in Shallotte 28470
  • Has a smaller lot than 97% of homes in Shallotte 28470
  • Newer than 66% of homes in Shallotte 28470

What homes are worth in Shallotte 28470

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

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$167K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 59% of homes in Shallotte 28470.

How it measures up in Shallotte 28470

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Shallotte 28470.

Estimated value$403,988
CheaperTypical $372,150Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$158
CheaperTypical $218Pricier

Pricier than 9% of homes nearby

Living area2,562 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,581 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Lot size2,226 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.35 acBigger

Bigger than 3% of homes nearby

Year built2005
OlderTypical 2000Newer

Newer than 66% of homes nearby

How 493 River Bluff Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeShallotte 28470Brunswick County
Estimated valuepricier than$403,98859% of homes40% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1589% of homes5% of homes
Living areabigger than2,562 ft²91% of homes84% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,226 ft²3% of homes4% of homes
Year builtnewer than200566% of homes52% of homes

About 493 River Bluff Dr

How much is 493 River Bluff Dr, Shallotte, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 493 River Bluff Dr, Shallotte, NC is $403,988 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $389,090 to $418,886. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 493 River Bluff Dr, Shallotte, NC last sell?

493 River Bluff Dr, Shallotte, NC last sold on Mar 9, 2026 for $410,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 493 River Bluff Dr, Shallotte, NC?

493 River Bluff Dr, Shallotte, NC has 3 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, 2,562 square feet of living space and a 0.05-acre lot.

When was 493 River Bluff Dr, Shallotte, NC built?

493 River Bluff Dr, Shallotte, NC was built in 2005, making it 21 years old. It is a townhouse home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 493 River Bluff Dr, Shallotte, NC?

493 River Bluff Dr, Shallotte, NC is assigned to Shallotte Middle School (middle), rated C; West Brunswick High School (high), rated C-; Union Elementary School (elementary), rated A. All sit in Brunswick County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 493 River Bluff Dr, Shallotte, NC compare to other homes in Shallotte 28470?

Among the 6,086 homes in Shallotte 28470, it is worth more than 59% of them ($403,988 against a typical $372,150), its price per square foot is higher than 9% of them ($158 against a typical $218), it is bigger than 91% of them (2,562 ft² against a typical 1,581 ft²), its lot is bigger than 3% of them (2,226 ft² against a typical 0.35 ac) and it is newer than 66% of them (2005 against a typical 2000). Measured against all of Brunswick 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 493 River Bluff Dr, Shallotte, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 493 River Bluff Dr, Shallotte, NC was $3,106. The county assessed it at $415,050.

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