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$389,002$249 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $53,000 on Dec 31, 1991

553 E RIDGE RD

SHAWBORO, NC 27973
3
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,560 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.
1978
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$389K
$352K low$426K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$53,000 · Dec 31, 1991

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,634 (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.$198,200 (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.$138,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$198,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$198,200

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.24 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.60%
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyCurrituck
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.1985
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.00
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Raised (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
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.Mixed
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.Shed · 96 ft²

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Shawboro Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 3.0 mi
H
Currituck County High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.4 mi
M
Moyock Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 7.4 mi

District: Currituck County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27973These 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.106
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.21

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.93%
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.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,006
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.51 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$74,514
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$89,226
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.61°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.49 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.60%

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How this home compares

553 E Ridge 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 70% of homes in Currituck County
  • Costs more per square foot than 85% of homes in Shawboro 27973
  • Smaller than 72% of homes in Currituck County
  • Has a bigger lot than 76% of homes in Currituck County
  • Older than 86% of homes in Currituck County

What homes are worth in Shawboro 27973

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

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$86K$702K

This home is worth more than 60% of homes in Shawboro 27973.

How it measures up in Shawboro 27973

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Shawboro 27973.

Estimated value$389,002
CheaperTypical $363,346Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$249
CheaperTypical $192Pricier

Pricier than 85% of homes nearby

Living area1,560 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,787 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Lot size1 ac
SmallerTypical 1.01 acBigger

Bigger than 49% of homes nearby

Year built1978
OlderTypical 1997Newer

Newer than 31% of homes nearby

How 553 E Ridge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeShawboro 27973Currituck County
Estimated valuepricier than$389,00260% of homes30% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24985% of homes49% of homes
Living areabigger than1,560 ft²34% of homes28% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1 ac49% of homes76% of homes
Year builtnewer than197831% of homes14% of homes

About 553 E Ridge Rd

How much is 553 E Ridge Rd, Shawboro, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 553 E Ridge Rd, Shawboro, NC is $389,002 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $351,535 to $426,469. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 553 E Ridge Rd, Shawboro, NC last sell?

553 E Ridge Rd, Shawboro, NC last sold on Dec 31, 1991 for $53,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 553 E Ridge Rd, Shawboro, NC?

553 E Ridge Rd, Shawboro, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,560 square feet of living space and a 1.00-acre lot.

When was 553 E Ridge Rd, Shawboro, NC built?

553 E Ridge Rd, Shawboro, NC was built in 1978, making it 48 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 553 E Ridge Rd, Shawboro, NC?

553 E Ridge Rd, Shawboro, NC is assigned to Shawboro Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Currituck County High School (high), rated C; Moyock Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Currituck County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 553 E Ridge Rd, Shawboro, NC compare to other homes in Shawboro 27973?

Among the 763 homes in Shawboro 27973, it is worth more than 60% of them ($389,002 against a typical $363,346), its price per square foot is higher than 85% of them ($249 against a typical $192), it is bigger than 34% of them (1,560 ft² against a typical 1,787 ft²), its lot is bigger than 49% of them (1 ac against a typical 1.01 ac) and it is newer than 31% of them (1978 against a typical 1997). Measured against all of Currituck County, it is worth more than 30% 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 553 E Ridge Rd, Shawboro, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 553 E Ridge Rd, Shawboro, NC was $1,634. The county assessed it at $198,200.

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