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$591,148$215 / 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 Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $234,000 on Mar 9, 2016

498 SOUTHERN PLANTATION DR S

ORIENTAL, NC 28571
3
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
2,750 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.
1.63 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2015
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$591K
$502K low$680K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$234,000 · Mar 9, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,153 (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.$450,183 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$147,646
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$302,537
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$450,183
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$450,183

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.59
100
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
32
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
82
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
77
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
6
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.48 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.100%
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.0.2 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
CountyPamlico
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.63
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 238 ft²Porch · 448 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.

M
Pamlico County Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 9.2 mi
E
Pamlico County Primary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–3 · 9.3 mi
H
Pamlico County High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 9.6 mi

District: Pamlico County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28571These 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.114
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.33

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.68%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.9%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,606
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.37 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$73,921
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$103,255
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.63°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.55 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.60%

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How this home compares

498 Southern Plantation Dr S 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 85% of homes in Pamlico County
  • Costs less per square foot than 66% of homes in Oriental 28571
  • Bigger than 92% of homes in Pamlico County
  • Has a bigger lot than 83% of homes in Oriental 28571
  • Newer than 89% of homes in Pamlico County

What homes are worth in Oriental 28571

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

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$101K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 73% of homes in Oriental 28571.

How it measures up in Oriental 28571

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Oriental 28571.

Estimated value$591,148
CheaperTypical $428,534Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$215
CheaperTypical $244Pricier

Pricier than 34% of homes nearby

Living area2,750 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,800 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Lot size1.63 ac
SmallerTypical 0.6 acBigger

Bigger than 83% of homes nearby

Year built2015
OlderTypical 1994Newer

Newer than 87% of homes nearby

How 498 Southern Plantation Dr S ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOriental 28571Pamlico County
Estimated valuepricier than$591,14873% of homes85% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21534% of homes58% of homes
Living areabigger than2,750 ft²88% of homes92% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.63 ac83% of homes75% of homes
Year builtnewer than201587% of homes89% of homes

About 498 Southern Plantation Dr S

How much is 498 Southern Plantation Dr S, Oriental, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 498 Southern Plantation Dr S, Oriental, NC is $591,148 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $502,404 to $679,892. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 498 Southern Plantation Dr S, Oriental, NC last sell?

498 Southern Plantation Dr S, Oriental, NC last sold on Mar 9, 2016 for $234,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 498 Southern Plantation Dr S, Oriental, NC?

498 Southern Plantation Dr S, Oriental, NC has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,750 square feet of living space and a 1.63-acre lot.

When was 498 Southern Plantation Dr S, Oriental, NC built?

498 Southern Plantation Dr S, Oriental, NC was built in 2015, making it 11 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 498 Southern Plantation Dr S, Oriental, NC?

498 Southern Plantation Dr S, Oriental, NC is assigned to Pamlico County Middle School (middle), rated C+; Pamlico County Primary School (elementary), rated B; Pamlico County High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Pamlico County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 498 Southern Plantation Dr S, Oriental, NC compare to other homes in Oriental 28571?

Among the 1,821 homes in Oriental 28571, it is worth more than 73% of them ($591,148 against a typical $428,534), its price per square foot is higher than 34% of them ($215 against a typical $244), it is bigger than 88% of them (2,750 ft² against a typical 1,800 ft²), its lot is bigger than 83% of them (1.63 ac against a typical 0.6 ac) and it is newer than 87% of them (2015 against a typical 1994). Measured against all of Pamlico County, it is worth more than 85% 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 498 Southern Plantation Dr S, Oriental, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 498 Southern Plantation Dr S, Oriental, NC was $3,153. The county assessed it at $450,183.

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