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$331,221$276 / 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 $330,000 on Oct 2, 2025

538 BOB RICHARDS RD

ZEBULON, NC 27597
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,200 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.
1.88 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1987
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$331K
$298K low$365K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$330,000 · Oct 2, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,805 (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.$297,380 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$107,190
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$190,190
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$297,380

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Raised Ranch
CountyFRANKLIN
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.2016
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.88
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.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
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, Finished
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 · 320 ft²Porch · 105 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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
Bunn Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 4.3 mi
M
Bunn Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.6 mi
H
Bunn High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.1 mi

District: Franklin County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27597These 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.87
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 100.38

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.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.32,526
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.266 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$72,573
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$93,221
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°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.58%

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How this home compares

538 Bob Richards 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 93% of homes in Zebulon 27597
  • Smaller than 86% of homes in Zebulon 27597
  • Has a bigger lot than 82% of homes in Zebulon 27597
  • Older than 75% of homes in Zebulon 27597

What homes are worth in Zebulon 27597

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

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$156K$811K

This home is worth more than 45% of homes in Zebulon 27597.

How it measures up in Zebulon 27597

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Zebulon 27597.

Estimated value$331,221
CheaperTypical $342,438Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$276
CheaperTypical $189Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Living area1,200 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,793 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Lot size1.88 ac
SmallerTypical 0.76 acBigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Year built1987
OlderTypical 2006Newer

Newer than 25% of homes nearby

How 538 Bob Richards Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeZebulon 27597Franklin County
Estimated valuepricier than$331,22145% of homes40% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$27693% of homes92% of homes
Living areabigger than1,200 ft²14% of homes19% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.88 ac82% of homes76% of homes
Year builtnewer than198725% of homes28% of homes

About 538 Bob Richards Rd

How much is 538 Bob Richards Rd, Zebulon, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 538 Bob Richards Rd, Zebulon, NC is $331,221 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $297,647 to $364,795. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 538 Bob Richards Rd, Zebulon, NC last sell?

538 Bob Richards Rd, Zebulon, NC last sold on Oct 2, 2025 for $330,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 538 Bob Richards Rd, Zebulon, NC?

538 Bob Richards Rd, Zebulon, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,200 square feet of living space and a 1.88-acre lot.

When was 538 Bob Richards Rd, Zebulon, NC built?

538 Bob Richards Rd, Zebulon, NC was built in 1987, making it 39 years old. It is a raised ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 538 Bob Richards Rd, Zebulon, NC?

538 Bob Richards Rd, Zebulon, NC is assigned to Bunn Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Bunn Middle School (middle), rated D+; Bunn High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Franklin County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 538 Bob Richards Rd, Zebulon, NC compare to other homes in Zebulon 27597?

Among the 13,761 homes in Zebulon 27597, it is worth more than 45% of them ($331,221 against a typical $342,438), its price per square foot is higher than 93% of them ($276 against a typical $189), it is bigger than 14% of them (1,200 ft² against a typical 1,793 ft²), its lot is bigger than 82% of them (1.88 ac against a typical 0.76 ac) and it is newer than 25% of them (1987 against a typical 2006). Measured against all of Franklin 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 538 Bob Richards Rd, Zebulon, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 538 Bob Richards Rd, Zebulon, NC was $1,805. The county assessed it at $297,380.

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