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$579,652$317 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $325,000 on Aug 15, 2018

526 PLANTERS RIDGE DR

SUNSET BEACH, NC 28468
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,827 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.
0.22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2018
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$580K
$520K low$640K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$325,000 · Aug 15, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,386 (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.$435,460 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$46,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$389,460
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$435,460
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$435,460

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.46
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
38
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
78
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.

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
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.2019
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.22
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.No Foundation
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
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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.

E
Jessie Mae Monroe Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 3.2 mi
H
West Brunswick High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 8.3 mi
M
Shallotte Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 8.8 mi

District: Brunswick County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28468These 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.133
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.101

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.54%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.4%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.6,008
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.333 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$81,493
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$99,198
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.63°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.56 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

526 Planters Ridge 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 65% of homes in Brunswick County
  • Costs more per square foot than 68% of homes in Brunswick County
  • Newer than 84% of homes in Sunset Beach 28468

What homes are worth in Sunset Beach 28468

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

This home
$207K$2M

This home is worth more than 57% of homes in Sunset Beach 28468.

How it measures up in Sunset Beach 28468

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Sunset Beach 28468.

Estimated value$579,652
CheaperTypical $514,985Pricier

Pricier than 57% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$317
CheaperTypical $265Pricier

Pricier than 65% of homes nearby

Living area1,827 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,680 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Lot size0.22 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Year built2018
OlderTypical 2000Newer

Newer than 84% of homes nearby

How 526 Planters Ridge Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSunset Beach 28468Brunswick County
Estimated valuepricier than$579,65257% of homes65% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$31765% of homes68% of homes
Living areabigger than1,827 ft²57% of homes55% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.22 ac55% of homes41% of homes
Year builtnewer than201884% of homes77% of homes

About 526 Planters Ridge Dr

How much is 526 Planters Ridge Dr, Sunset Beach, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 526 Planters Ridge Dr, Sunset Beach, NC is $579,652 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $519,586 to $639,718. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 526 Planters Ridge Dr, Sunset Beach, NC last sell?

526 Planters Ridge Dr, Sunset Beach, NC last sold on Aug 15, 2018 for $325,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 526 Planters Ridge Dr, Sunset Beach, NC?

526 Planters Ridge Dr, Sunset Beach, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,827 square feet of living space and a 0.22-acre lot.

When was 526 Planters Ridge Dr, Sunset Beach, NC built?

526 Planters Ridge Dr, Sunset Beach, NC was built in 2018, making it 8 years old.

What schools serve 526 Planters Ridge Dr, Sunset Beach, NC?

526 Planters Ridge Dr, Sunset Beach, NC is assigned to Jessie Mae Monroe Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; West Brunswick High School (high), rated C-; Shallotte Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Brunswick County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 526 Planters Ridge Dr, Sunset Beach, NC compare to other homes in Sunset Beach 28468?

Among the 6,664 homes in Sunset Beach 28468, it is worth more than 57% of them ($579,652 against a typical $514,985), its price per square foot is higher than 65% of them ($317 against a typical $265), it is bigger than 57% of them (1,827 ft² against a typical 1,680 ft²), its lot is bigger than 55% of them (0.22 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 84% of them (2018 against a typical 2000). Measured against all of Brunswick County, it is worth more than 65% 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 526 Planters Ridge Dr, Sunset Beach, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 526 Planters Ridge Dr, Sunset Beach, NC was $2,386. The county assessed it at $435,460.

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