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$521,392$196 / 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 74How 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 $449,000 on Jan 30, 2025

538 RIVER RD

WALLACE, NC 28466
3
Beds
1
Baths
2,664 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.
1.97 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2008
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$521K
$385K low$658K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$449,000 · Jan 30, 2025
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.$521,392
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$417,114

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,058 (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.$453,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$24,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$429,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$218,100

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.47
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
33
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
87
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
79
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
26
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.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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
CountyDuplin
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.97
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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
Wallace Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 1.7 mi
H
Wallace-Rose Hill High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.0 mi

District: Duplin County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28466These 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.125
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.52

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.82%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
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.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.9,277
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.52 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$63,851
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$82,532
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.62°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.54 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.63%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
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

538 River 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 95% of homes in Duplin County
  • Costs more per square foot than 88% of homes in Duplin County
  • Bigger than 93% of homes in Duplin County
  • Has a bigger lot than 78% of homes in Wallace 28466
  • Newer than 92% of homes in Duplin County

What homes are worth in Wallace 28466

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

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$50K$858K

This home is worth more than 84% of homes in Wallace 28466.

How it measures up in Wallace 28466

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wallace 28466.

Estimated value$521,392
CheaperTypical $209,537Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$196
CheaperTypical $138Pricier

Pricier than 77% of homes nearby

Living area2,664 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,551 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Lot size1.97 ac
SmallerTypical 0.63 acBigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Year built2008
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 90% of homes nearby

How 538 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWallace 28466Duplin County
Estimated valuepricier than$521,39284% of homes95% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19677% of homes88% of homes
Living areabigger than2,664 ft²87% of homes93% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.97 ac78% of homes72% of homes
Year builtnewer than200890% of homes92% of homes

About 538 River Rd

How much is 538 River Rd, Wallace, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 538 River Rd, Wallace, NC is $521,392 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $384,690 to $658,094. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 538 River Rd, Wallace, NC last sell?

538 River Rd, Wallace, NC last sold on Jan 30, 2025 for $449,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 538 River Rd, Wallace, NC?

538 River Rd, Wallace, NC has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 2,664 square feet of living space and a 1.97-acre lot.

When was 538 River Rd, Wallace, NC built?

538 River Rd, Wallace, NC was built in 2008, making it 18 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 538 River Rd, Wallace, NC?

538 River Rd, Wallace, NC is assigned to Wallace Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Wallace-Rose Hill High School (high), rated D+. All sit in Duplin County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 538 River Rd, Wallace, NC compare to other homes in Wallace 28466?

Among the 3,524 homes in Wallace 28466, it is worth more than 84% of them ($521,392 against a typical $209,537), its price per square foot is higher than 77% of them ($196 against a typical $138), it is bigger than 87% of them (2,664 ft² against a typical 1,551 ft²), its lot is bigger than 78% of them (1.97 ac against a typical 0.63 ac) and it is newer than 90% of them (2008 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Duplin County, it is worth more than 95% 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 River Rd, Wallace, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 538 River Rd, Wallace, NC was $3,058. The county assessed it at $453,600.

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