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$114,538$74 / 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 71How 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 $30,000 on Feb 23, 2015

551 PALMER RD

ROCKWELL, NC 28138
1
Baths
1,544 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.
0.89 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1940
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$115K
$81K low$148K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$30,000 · Feb 23, 2015
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.$114,538
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$91,630

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,827 (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.$175,651 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$32,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$143,151
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$175,651
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$175,651

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.7
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
11
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.2003
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.89
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.Porch · 216 ft²Greenhouse

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
Rockwell Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.7 mi
H
East Rowan High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.5 mi
M
Erwin Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.6 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.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.Yes

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

551 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 less than 88% of homes in Rowan County
  • Costs less per square foot than 97% of homes in Rockwell 28138
  • Older than 92% of homes in Rockwell 28138

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
$38K$823K

This home is worth more than 14% 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$114,538
CheaperTypical $256,255Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$74
CheaperTypical $161Pricier

Pricier than 3% of homes nearby

Living area1,544 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,640 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

Lot size0.89 ac
SmallerTypical 1.07 acBigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Year built1940
OlderTypical 1990Newer

Newer than 8% of homes nearby

How 551 Palmer Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRockwell 28138Rowan County
Estimated valuepricier than$114,53814% of homes12% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$743% of homes3% of homes
Living areabigger than1,544 ft²43% of homes47% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.89 ac39% of homes59% of homes
Year builtnewer than19408% of homes15% of homes

About 551 Palmer Rd

How much is 551 Palmer Rd, Rockwell, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 551 Palmer Rd, Rockwell, NC is $114,538 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $80,971 to $148,105. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 551 Palmer Rd, Rockwell, NC last sell?

551 Palmer Rd, Rockwell, NC last sold on Feb 23, 2015 for $30,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 551 Palmer Rd, Rockwell, NC?

551 Palmer Rd, Rockwell, NC has 1 bathrooms, 1,544 square feet of living space and a 0.89-acre lot.

When was 551 Palmer Rd, Rockwell, NC built?

551 Palmer Rd, Rockwell, NC was built in 1940, making it 86 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 551 Palmer Rd, Rockwell, NC?

551 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 551 Palmer Rd, Rockwell, NC compare to other homes in Rockwell 28138?

Among the 4,205 homes in Rockwell 28138, it is worth more than 14% of them ($114,538 against a typical $256,255), its price per square foot is higher than 3% of them ($74 against a typical $161), it is bigger than 43% of them (1,544 ft² against a typical 1,640 ft²), its lot is bigger than 39% of them (0.89 ac against a typical 1.07 ac) and it is newer than 8% of them (1940 against a typical 1990). Measured against all of Rowan County, it is worth more than 12% 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 551 Palmer Rd, Rockwell, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 551 Palmer Rd, Rockwell, NC was $1,827. The county assessed it at $175,651.

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