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$1,067,901$372 / 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 91How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jun 23, 2026
Last sold for $66,000 on Jul 22, 2005

5602 HIGHSMITH RD

ROCKY POINT, NC 28457
4
Beds
4 / 1
Baths
2,873 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.
8.05 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2006
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$1.1M
$972K low$1.2M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$66,000 · Jul 22, 2005
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.$688,290
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$550,632
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.36%
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.$348,500
ALPHA MORTGAGE CORP · recorded May 28, 2013
2nd 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.$31,111
STATE EMPLOYEES CU

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,613 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$469,427 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$96,150
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$373,277
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$469,427
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$469,427

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.49
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
40
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
85
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
93
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.

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.Victorian
CountyPender
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.8.05
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.Heat Pump
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.Garage, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 500 ft²Porch · 607 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.

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

H
Heide Trask High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.9 mi
E
Cape Fear Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 6.5 mi
M
Cape Fear Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 6.6 mi

District: Pender County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28457These 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.133
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.57

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
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.13,290
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.91 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$76,266
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$90,868
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.63°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.57 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

5602 Highsmith 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Rocky Point 28457
  • Costs more per square foot than 98% of homes in Rocky Point 28457
  • Bigger than 92% of homes in Rocky Point 28457
  • Has a bigger lot than 94% of homes in Rocky Point 28457
  • Newer than 68% of homes in Pender County

What homes are worth in Rocky Point 28457

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

This home
$82K$825K

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Rocky Point 28457.

How it measures up in Rocky Point 28457

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rocky Point 28457.

Estimated value$1,067,901
CheaperTypical $386,526Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$372
CheaperTypical $205Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Living area2,873 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,728 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Lot size8.05 ac
SmallerTypical 0.72 acBigger

Bigger than 94% of homes nearby

Year built2006
OlderTypical 2000Newer

Newer than 64% of homes nearby

How 5602 Highsmith Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRocky Point 28457Pender County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,067,901almost all homes92% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$37298% of homes81% of homes
Living areabigger than2,873 ft²92% of homes89% of homes
Lot sizebigger than8.05 ac94% of homes94% of homes
Year builtnewer than200664% of homes68% of homes

About 5602 Highsmith Rd

How much is 5602 Highsmith Rd, Rocky Point, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5602 Highsmith Rd, Rocky Point, NC is $1,067,901 as of Jun 23, 2026. The likely range is $971,789 to $1,164,012. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5602 Highsmith Rd, Rocky Point, NC last sell?

5602 Highsmith Rd, Rocky Point, NC last sold on Jul 22, 2005 for $66,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5602 Highsmith Rd, Rocky Point, NC?

5602 Highsmith Rd, Rocky Point, NC has 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 2,873 square feet of living space and a 8.05-acre lot.

When was 5602 Highsmith Rd, Rocky Point, NC built?

5602 Highsmith Rd, Rocky Point, NC was built in 2006, making it 20 years old. It is a victorian home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5602 Highsmith Rd, Rocky Point, NC?

5602 Highsmith Rd, Rocky Point, NC is assigned to Heide Trask High School (high), rated B; Cape Fear Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Cape Fear Middle School (middle), rated A-. All sit in Pender County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5602 Highsmith Rd, Rocky Point, NC compare to other homes in Rocky Point 28457?

Among the 4,876 homes in Rocky Point 28457, it is worth more than almost all of them ($1,067,901 against a typical $386,526), its price per square foot is higher than 98% of them ($372 against a typical $205), it is bigger than 92% of them (2,873 ft² against a typical 1,728 ft²), its lot is bigger than 94% of them (8.05 ac against a typical 0.72 ac) and it is newer than 64% of them (2006 against a typical 2000). Measured against all of Pender County, it is worth more than 92% 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 5602 Highsmith Rd, Rocky Point, NC?

The 2024 property tax bill for 5602 Highsmith Rd, Rocky Point, NC was $4,613. The county assessed it at $469,427.

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