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$346,969$106 / 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 83How 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 $3,500 on Sep 30, 2019

5881 SCALES DR

PFAFFTOWN, NC 27040
4
Beds
1
Baths
3,266 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.
3.64 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1965
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$347K
$287K low$407K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$3,500 · Sep 30, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$261 (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.$40,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$40,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$32,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$40,900

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.53
40
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.
85
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.8 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Residential - Vacant Land
CountyFORSYTH
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.3.64
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

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
Old Richmond Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.1 mi
H
Ronald Wilson Reagan High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.2 mi
M
Northwest Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.6 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

5881 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.

  • Worth more than 70% of homes in Forsyth County
  • Costs less per square foot than 94% of homes in Pfafftown 27040
  • Bigger than 93% of homes in Forsyth County
  • Has a bigger lot than 96% of homes in Forsyth County
  • Older than 80% 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.

This home
$142K$918K

This home is worth more than 56% of 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$346,969
CheaperTypical $327,990Pricier

Pricier than 56% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$106
CheaperTypical $174Pricier

Pricier than 6% of homes nearby

Living area3,266 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,951 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Lot size3.64 ac
SmallerTypical 0.54 acBigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Year built1965
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than 20% of homes nearby

How 5881 Scales Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePfafftown 27040Forsyth County
Estimated valuepricier than$346,96956% of homes70% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1066% of homes13% of homes
Living areabigger than3,266 ft²91% of homes93% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3.64 ac91% of homes96% of homes
Year builtnewer than196520% of homes32% of homes

About 5881 Scales Dr

How much is 5881 Scales Dr, Pfafftown, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5881 Scales Dr, Pfafftown, NC is $346,969 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $287,010 to $406,928. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5881 Scales Dr, Pfafftown, NC last sell?

5881 Scales Dr, Pfafftown, NC last sold on Sep 30, 2019 for $3,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5881 Scales Dr, Pfafftown, NC?

5881 Scales Dr, Pfafftown, NC has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 3,266 square feet of living space and a 3.64-acre lot.

When was 5881 Scales Dr, Pfafftown, NC built?

5881 Scales Dr, Pfafftown, NC was built in 1965, making it 61 years old.

What schools serve 5881 Scales Dr, Pfafftown, NC?

5881 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 5881 Scales Dr, Pfafftown, NC compare to other homes in Pfafftown 27040?

Among the 5,429 homes in Pfafftown 27040, it is worth more than 56% of them ($346,969 against a typical $327,990), its price per square foot is higher than 6% of them ($106 against a typical $174), it is bigger than 91% of them (3,266 ft² against a typical 1,951 ft²), its lot is bigger than 91% of them (3.64 ac against a typical 0.54 ac) and it is newer than 20% of them (1965 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of Forsyth County, it is worth more than 70% 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 5881 Scales Dr, Pfafftown, NC?

The 2024 property tax bill for 5881 Scales Dr, Pfafftown, NC was $261. The county assessed it at $40,900.

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