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$262,222$182 / 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 88How 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 $2,000 on Jun 1, 1979

601 8TH ST

SPENCER, NC 28159
1.5
Baths
1,444 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.
0.4 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1980
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$262K
$232K low$293K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$2,000 · Jun 1, 1979

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,269 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$200,813 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$22,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$178,313
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$200,813
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$200,813

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.15
41
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
12
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
25
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.9 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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
CountyROWAN
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.2003
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.40
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Package
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.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 278 ft²

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.

H
North Rowan High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
M
North Rowan Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
E
North Rowan Elementary SchoolF
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.1 mi

District: Rowan-Salisbury Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28159These 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.122
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,713
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,228 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$63,300
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$85,241
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.44 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

601 8th St 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 83% of homes in Spencer 28159
  • Costs more per square foot than 84% of homes in Spencer 28159
  • Has a bigger lot than 71% of homes in Spencer 28159
  • Newer than 73% of homes in Spencer 28159

What homes are worth in Spencer 28159

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

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$66K$577K

This home is worth more than 83% of homes in Spencer 28159.

How it measures up in Spencer 28159

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Spencer 28159.

Estimated value$262,222
CheaperTypical $182,932Pricier

Pricier than 83% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$182
CheaperTypical $124Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Living area1,444 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,492 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 46% of homes nearby

Lot size0.4 ac
SmallerTypical 0.29 acBigger

Bigger than 71% of homes nearby

Year built1980
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 73% of homes nearby

How 601 8th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSpencer 28159Rowan County
Estimated valuepricier than$262,22283% of homes53% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18284% of homes60% of homes
Living areabigger than1,444 ft²46% of homes39% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.4 ac71% of homes29% of homes
Year builtnewer than198073% of homes47% of homes

About 601 8th St

How much is 601 8th St, Spencer, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 601 8th St, Spencer, NC is $262,222 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $231,820 to $292,624. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 601 8th St, Spencer, NC last sell?

601 8th St, Spencer, NC last sold on Jun 1, 1979 for $2,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 601 8th St, Spencer, NC?

601 8th St, Spencer, NC has 1.5 bathrooms, 1,444 square feet of living space and a 0.40-acre lot.

When was 601 8th St, Spencer, NC built?

601 8th St, Spencer, NC was built in 1980, making it 46 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 601 8th St, Spencer, NC?

601 8th St, Spencer, NC is assigned to North Rowan High School (high), rated D-; North Rowan Middle School (middle), rated D; North Rowan Elementary School (elementary), rated F. All sit in Rowan-Salisbury Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 601 8th St, Spencer, NC compare to other homes in Spencer 28159?

Among the 1,258 homes in Spencer 28159, it is worth more than 83% of them ($262,222 against a typical $182,932), its price per square foot is higher than 84% of them ($182 against a typical $124), it is bigger than 46% of them (1,444 ft² against a typical 1,492 ft²), its lot is bigger than 71% of them (0.4 ac against a typical 0.29 ac) and it is newer than 73% of them (1980 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Rowan County, it is worth more than 53% 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 601 8th St, Spencer, NC?

The 2026 property tax bill for 601 8th St, Spencer, NC was $2,269. The county assessed it at $200,813.

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