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$278,617$138 / 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 $136,000 on Mar 1, 2012

551 ROCK PILLAR RD

CLAYTON, NC 27520
3
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
2,024 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.
0.69 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1999
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$279K
$251K low$307K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$136,000 · Mar 1, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,024 (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.$318,740 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$60,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$258,740
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$190,140
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$318,740

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyJohnston
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.2007
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.69
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Footing
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition 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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 120 ft²Patio · 120 ft²Porch · 125 ft²

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.

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
Wilson's Mills Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 3.3 mi
H
Smithfield-Selma High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.5 mi
M
Swift Creek Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.6 mi

District: Johnston County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27520These 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.83
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 100.41

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.2%
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.54,519
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.742 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$82,764
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$96,047
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.58%

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How this home compares

551 Rock Pillar 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 76% of homes in Clayton 27520
  • Costs less per square foot than 96% of homes in Clayton 27520
  • Bigger than 66% of homes in Clayton 27520

What homes are worth in Clayton 27520

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

This home
$182K$684K

This home is worth more than 24% of homes in Clayton 27520.

How it measures up in Clayton 27520

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Clayton 27520.

Estimated value$278,617
CheaperTypical $338,139Pricier

Pricier than 24% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$138
CheaperTypical $195Pricier

Pricier than 4% of homes nearby

Living area2,024 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,680 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Lot size0.69 ac
SmallerTypical 0.47 acBigger

Bigger than 61% of homes nearby

Year built1999
OlderTypical 2003Newer

Newer than 40% of homes nearby

How 551 Rock Pillar Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeClayton 27520Johnston County
Estimated valuepricier than$278,61724% of homes27% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1384% of homes13% of homes
Living areabigger than2,024 ft²66% of homes61% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.69 ac61% of homes50% of homes
Year builtnewer than199940% of homes42% of homes

About 551 Rock Pillar Rd

How much is 551 Rock Pillar Rd, Clayton, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 551 Rock Pillar Rd, Clayton, NC is $278,617 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $250,552 to $306,682. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 551 Rock Pillar Rd, Clayton, NC last sell?

551 Rock Pillar Rd, Clayton, NC last sold on Mar 1, 2012 for $136,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 551 Rock Pillar Rd, Clayton, NC?

551 Rock Pillar Rd, Clayton, NC has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,024 square feet of living space and a 0.69-acre lot.

When was 551 Rock Pillar Rd, Clayton, NC built?

551 Rock Pillar Rd, Clayton, NC was built in 1999, making it 27 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 551 Rock Pillar Rd, Clayton, NC?

551 Rock Pillar Rd, Clayton, NC is assigned to Wilson's Mills Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Smithfield-Selma High School (high), rated D+; Swift Creek Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Johnston County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 551 Rock Pillar Rd, Clayton, NC compare to other homes in Clayton 27520?

Among the 18,406 homes in Clayton 27520, it is worth more than 24% of them ($278,617 against a typical $338,139), its price per square foot is higher than 4% of them ($138 against a typical $195), it is bigger than 66% of them (2,024 ft² against a typical 1,680 ft²), its lot is bigger than 61% of them (0.69 ac against a typical 0.47 ac) and it is newer than 40% of them (1999 against a typical 2003). Measured against all of Johnston County, it is worth more than 27% 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 Rock Pillar Rd, Clayton, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 551 Rock Pillar Rd, Clayton, NC was $2,024. The county assessed it at $318,740.

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