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$198,942$86 / 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 $90,500 on Oct 11, 2018

539 RIVER RD

WALLACE, NC 28466
2
Baths
2,304 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 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1981
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$199K
$146K low$252K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$90,500 · Oct 11, 2018
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.$108,554
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$86,843
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.43%
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.$90,388
JAMES R JR BRITT · recorded Oct 11, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,611 (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.$230,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$23,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$207,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$127,900

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.7 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.1.00
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Concrete Blocks
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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(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.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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 · 3.9 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.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

539 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 86% of homes in Wallace 28466
  • Bigger than 89% of homes in Duplin County
  • Has a bigger lot than 65% of homes in Wallace 28466

What homes are worth in Wallace 28466

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

This home
$50K$858K

This home is worth more than 47% 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$198,942
CheaperTypical $209,537Pricier

Pricier than 47% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$86
CheaperTypical $138Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Living area2,304 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,551 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Lot size1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.63 acBigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Year built1981
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 57% of homes nearby

How 539 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWallace 28466Duplin County
Estimated valuepricier than$198,94247% of homes64% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$8614% of homes33% of homes
Living areabigger than2,304 ft²80% of homes89% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1 ac65% of homes56% of homes
Year builtnewer than198157% of homes58% of homes

About 539 River Rd

How much is 539 River Rd, Wallace, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 539 River Rd, Wallace, NC is $198,942 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $146,330 to $251,554. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 539 River Rd, Wallace, NC last sell?

539 River Rd, Wallace, NC last sold on Oct 11, 2018 for $90,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 539 River Rd, Wallace, NC?

539 River Rd, Wallace, NC has 2 bathrooms, 2,304 square feet of living space and a 1.00-acre lot.

When was 539 River Rd, Wallace, NC built?

539 River Rd, Wallace, NC was built in 1981, making it 45 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 539 River Rd, Wallace, NC?

539 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 539 River Rd, Wallace, NC compare to other homes in Wallace 28466?

Among the 3,524 homes in Wallace 28466, it is worth more than 47% of them ($198,942 against a typical $209,537), its price per square foot is higher than 14% of them ($86 against a typical $138), it is bigger than 80% of them (2,304 ft² against a typical 1,551 ft²), its lot is bigger than 65% of them (1 ac against a typical 0.63 ac) and it is newer than 57% of them (1981 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Duplin County, it is worth more than 64% 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 539 River Rd, Wallace, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 539 River Rd, Wallace, NC was $1,611. The county assessed it at $230,900.

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