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$335,692$198 / 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 90How 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 $159,500 on Nov 7, 2016

523 PALMER RD

ROCKWELL, NC 28138
2
Baths
1,692 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.
1.04 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1996
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$336K
$302K low$369K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$159,500 · Nov 7, 2016
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$275,692
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$220,554
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.18%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$60,000
WELLS FARGO BANK NA · recorded Nov 7, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,484 (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.$238,869 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$26,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$212,869
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$238,869
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$238,869

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.6
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
8
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
25
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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.minimal

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
CountyRowan
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.2006
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.04
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Footing
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
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.Deck · 152 ft²Porch · 168 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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
Rockwell Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.6 mi
H
East Rowan High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.6 mi
M
Erwin Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.8 mi

District: Rowan-Salisbury Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28138These 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.100
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.81
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.62

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.11,756
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.269 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$63,894
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$84,413
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.61%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

523 Palmer 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 more than 71% of homes in Rowan County
  • Costs more per square foot than 70% of homes in Rowan County
  • Has a bigger lot than 67% of homes in Rowan County
  • Newer than 68% of homes in Rowan County

What homes are worth in Rockwell 28138

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

This home
$39K$846K

This home is worth more than 69% of homes in Rockwell 28138.

How it measures up in Rockwell 28138

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rockwell 28138.

Estimated value$335,692
CheaperTypical $256,561Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$198
CheaperTypical $162Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Living area1,692 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,637 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 54% of homes nearby

Lot size1.04 ac
SmallerTypical 1.07 acBigger

Bigger than 48% of homes nearby

Year built1996
OlderTypical 1990Newer

Newer than 63% of homes nearby

How 523 Palmer Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRockwell 28138Rowan County
Estimated valuepricier than$335,69269% of homes71% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19869% of homes70% of homes
Living areabigger than1,692 ft²54% of homes57% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.04 ac48% of homes67% of homes
Year builtnewer than199663% of homes68% of homes

About 523 Palmer Rd

How much is 523 Palmer Rd, Rockwell, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 523 Palmer Rd, Rockwell, NC is $335,692 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $302,150 to $369,234. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 523 Palmer Rd, Rockwell, NC last sell?

523 Palmer Rd, Rockwell, NC last sold on Nov 7, 2016 for $159,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 523 Palmer Rd, Rockwell, NC?

523 Palmer Rd, Rockwell, NC has 2 bathrooms, 1,692 square feet of living space and a 1.04-acre lot.

When was 523 Palmer Rd, Rockwell, NC built?

523 Palmer Rd, Rockwell, NC was built in 1996, making it 30 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 523 Palmer Rd, Rockwell, NC?

523 Palmer Rd, Rockwell, NC is assigned to Rockwell Elementary School (elementary), rated C; East Rowan High School (high), rated C; Erwin Middle School (middle), rated D-. All sit in Rowan-Salisbury Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 523 Palmer Rd, Rockwell, NC compare to other homes in Rockwell 28138?

Among the 4,205 homes in Rockwell 28138, it is worth more than 69% of them ($335,692 against a typical $256,561), its price per square foot is higher than 69% of them ($198 against a typical $162), it is bigger than 54% of them (1,692 ft² against a typical 1,637 ft²), its lot is bigger than 48% of them (1.04 ac against a typical 1.07 ac) and it is newer than 63% of them (1996 against a typical 1990). Measured against all of Rowan County, it is worth more than 71% 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 523 Palmer Rd, Rockwell, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 523 Palmer Rd, Rockwell, NC was $2,484. The county assessed it at $238,869.

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