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$913,635$421 / 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 85How 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 $30,000 on Dec 17, 2008

609 FIFTH AVE S

KURE BEACH, NC 28449
3
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,170 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.
0.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1996
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$914K
$775K low$1.1M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$30,000 · Dec 17, 2008

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,982 (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.$833,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$365,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$468,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$459,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$833,100

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.44 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.Traditional/Old
CountyNEW HANOVER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.11
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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.Deck · 324 ft²Patio · 324 ft²Porch · 266 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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
Carolina Beach Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.9 mi
H
Eugene Ashley High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.5 mi
M
Charles P. Murray Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 7.6 mi

District: New Hanover County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28449These 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.174
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.62

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.46%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.2.7%
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.1,729
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.200 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$120,120
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$150,047
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.63°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.61 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.63%

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How this home compares

609 Fifth Ave S 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 87% of homes in New Hanover County
  • Costs more per square foot than 86% of homes in New Hanover County
  • Bigger than 69% of homes in New Hanover County
  • Has a smaller lot than 85% of homes in New Hanover County

What homes are worth in Kure Beach 28449

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

This home
$337K$2.8M

This home is worth more than 58% of homes in Kure Beach 28449.

How it measures up in Kure Beach 28449

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Kure Beach 28449.

Estimated value$913,635
CheaperTypical $805,786Pricier

Pricier than 58% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$421
CheaperTypical $447Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Living area2,170 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,971 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.12 acBigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Year built1996
OlderTypical 1996Newer

Newer than 51% of homes nearby

How 609 Fifth Ave S ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeKure Beach 28449New Hanover County
Estimated valuepricier than$913,63558% of homes87% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$42140% of homes86% of homes
Living areabigger than2,170 ft²60% of homes69% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac22% of homes15% of homes
Year builtnewer than199651% of homes55% of homes

About 609 Fifth Ave S

How much is 609 Fifth Ave S, Kure Beach, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 609 Fifth Ave S, Kure Beach, NC is $913,635 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $774,978 to $1,052,292. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 609 Fifth Ave S, Kure Beach, NC last sell?

609 Fifth Ave S, Kure Beach, NC last sold on Dec 17, 2008 for $30,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 609 Fifth Ave S, Kure Beach, NC?

609 Fifth Ave S, Kure Beach, NC has 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 2,170 square feet of living space and a 0.11-acre lot.

When was 609 Fifth Ave S, Kure Beach, NC built?

609 Fifth Ave S, Kure Beach, NC was built in 1996, making it 30 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 609 Fifth Ave S, Kure Beach, NC?

609 Fifth Ave S, Kure Beach, NC is assigned to Carolina Beach Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Eugene Ashley High School (high), rated C+; Charles P. Murray Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in New Hanover County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 609 Fifth Ave S, Kure Beach, NC compare to other homes in Kure Beach 28449?

Among the 2,086 homes in Kure Beach 28449, it is worth more than 58% of them ($913,635 against a typical $805,786), its price per square foot is higher than 40% of them ($421 against a typical $447), it is bigger than 60% of them (2,170 ft² against a typical 1,971 ft²), its lot is bigger than 22% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 0.12 ac) and it is newer than 51% of them (1996 against a typical 1996). Measured against all of New Hanover County, it is worth more than 87% 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 609 Fifth Ave S, Kure Beach, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 609 Fifth Ave S, Kure Beach, NC was $3,982. The county assessed it at $833,100.

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