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$104,753$128 / 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 82How 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 $12,000 on Sep 23, 2021

5811 SCALES DR

PFAFFTOWN, NC 27040
2
Beds
1
Baths
816 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.
2.38 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1961
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$105K
$86K low$124K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$12,000 · Sep 23, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$535 (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.$84,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$48,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$36,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$84,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$84,300

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.45
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
14
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
86
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
92
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
35
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyForsyth
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.38
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Masonry (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Shed · 120 ft²Porch · 204 ft²

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

E
Old Richmond Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.0 mi
H
Ronald Wilson Reagan High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.1 mi
M
Northwest Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.5 mi

District: Forsyth County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27040These 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.44
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.98
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.58

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.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.8%
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.11,823
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.443 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$94,991
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$116,909
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.58°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 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

5811 Scales Dr 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 least valuable homes in Pfafftown 27040
  • Costs less per square foot than 86% of homes in Pfafftown 27040
  • Among the smallest homes in Pfafftown 27040
  • Has a bigger lot than 94% of homes in Forsyth County
  • Older than 87% of homes in Pfafftown 27040

What homes are worth in Pfafftown 27040

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

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$130K$838K

This home is worth less than almost all homes in Pfafftown 27040.

How it measures up in Pfafftown 27040

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Pfafftown 27040.

Estimated value$104,753
CheaperTypical $324,875Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$128
CheaperTypical $172Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Living area816 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,960 ft²Bigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Lot size2.38 ac
SmallerTypical 0.54 acBigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Year built1961
OlderTypical 1988Newer

Newer than 13% of homes nearby

How 5811 Scales Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePfafftown 27040Forsyth County
Estimated valuepricier than$104,753almost no homes7% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12814% of homes22% of homes
Living areabigger than816 ft²almost no homes3% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.38 ac87% of homes94% of homes
Year builtnewer than196113% of homes28% of homes

About 5811 Scales Dr

How much is 5811 Scales Dr, Pfafftown, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5811 Scales Dr, Pfafftown, NC is $104,753 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $85,745 to $123,761. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5811 Scales Dr, Pfafftown, NC last sell?

5811 Scales Dr, Pfafftown, NC last sold on Sep 23, 2021 for $12,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5811 Scales Dr, Pfafftown, NC?

5811 Scales Dr, Pfafftown, NC has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 816 square feet of living space and a 2.38-acre lot.

When was 5811 Scales Dr, Pfafftown, NC built?

5811 Scales Dr, Pfafftown, NC was built in 1961, making it 65 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5811 Scales Dr, Pfafftown, NC?

5811 Scales Dr, Pfafftown, NC is assigned to Old Richmond Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Ronald Wilson Reagan High School (high), rated A; Northwest Middle School (middle), rated F. All sit in Forsyth County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5811 Scales Dr, Pfafftown, NC compare to other homes in Pfafftown 27040?

Among the 5,429 homes in Pfafftown 27040, it is worth more than almost none of them ($104,753 against a typical $324,875), its price per square foot is higher than 14% of them ($128 against a typical $172), it is bigger than almost none of them (816 ft² against a typical 1,960 ft²), its lot is bigger than 87% of them (2.38 ac against a typical 0.54 ac) and it is newer than 13% of them (1961 against a typical 1988). Measured against all of Forsyth County, it is worth more than 7% 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 5811 Scales Dr, Pfafftown, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5811 Scales Dr, Pfafftown, NC was $535. The county assessed it at $84,300.

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