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$165,912$146 / 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 83How 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 $174,000 on Jan 11, 2023

5038 ROCKFORD RD

DOBSON, NC 27017
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,140 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.
2.21 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1935
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$166K
$137K low$194K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$174,000 · Jan 11, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,004 (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.$160,230 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$18,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$142,230
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$131,530
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$160,230

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.39 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.''

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Rural Residence
CountySURRY
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.2015
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.21
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Wood 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.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 418 ft²Porch · 54 ft²

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.

E
Copeland Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 4.5 mi
H
Surry Central High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 8.4 mi
M
Central Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 9.7 mi

District: Surry County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27017These 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.105
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.97
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.77

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.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.1%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.8,956
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.81 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$61,906
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$81,189
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.57°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.60%

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How this home compares

5038 Rockford Rd 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 70% of homes in Dobson 27017
  • Smaller than 81% of homes in Dobson 27017
  • Has a bigger lot than 69% of homes in Surry County
  • Older than 92% of homes in Dobson 27017

What homes are worth in Dobson 27017

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

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$71K$673K

This home is worth more than 30% of homes in Dobson 27017.

How it measures up in Dobson 27017

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dobson 27017.

Estimated value$165,912
CheaperTypical $214,796Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$146
CheaperTypical $137Pricier

Pricier than 56% of homes nearby

Living area1,140 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,536 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 19% of homes nearby

Lot size2.21 ac
SmallerTypical 1.54 acBigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Year built1935
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 8% of homes nearby

How 5038 Rockford Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDobson 27017Surry County
Estimated valuepricier than$165,91230% of homes30% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14656% of homes52% of homes
Living areabigger than1,140 ft²19% of homes23% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.21 ac60% of homes69% of homes
Year builtnewer than19358% of homes12% of homes

About 5038 Rockford Rd

How much is 5038 Rockford Rd, Dobson, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5038 Rockford Rd, Dobson, NC is $165,912 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $137,349 to $194,475. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5038 Rockford Rd, Dobson, NC last sell?

5038 Rockford Rd, Dobson, NC last sold on Jan 11, 2023 for $174,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5038 Rockford Rd, Dobson, NC?

5038 Rockford Rd, Dobson, NC has 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,140 square feet of living space and a 2.21-acre lot.

When was 5038 Rockford Rd, Dobson, NC built?

5038 Rockford Rd, Dobson, NC was built in 1935, making it 91 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5038 Rockford Rd, Dobson, NC?

5038 Rockford Rd, Dobson, NC is assigned to Copeland Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Surry Central High School (high), rated C; Central Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in Surry County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5038 Rockford Rd, Dobson, NC compare to other homes in Dobson 27017?

Among the 2,791 homes in Dobson 27017, it is worth more than 30% of them ($165,912 against a typical $214,796), its price per square foot is higher than 56% of them ($146 against a typical $137), it is bigger than 19% of them (1,140 ft² against a typical 1,536 ft²), its lot is bigger than 60% of them (2.21 ac against a typical 1.54 ac) and it is newer than 8% of them (1935 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Surry County, it is worth more than 30% 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 5038 Rockford Rd, Dobson, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5038 Rockford Rd, Dobson, NC was $1,004. The county assessed it at $160,230.

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