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$345,000$221 / 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 92How 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 $330,000 on Aug 19, 2026

6538 RUSTLING LEAVES WAY

WILMINGTON, NC 28409
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,562 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.
0.12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2018
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$345K
$316K low$374K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$330,000 · Aug 19, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,425 (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.$357,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$100,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$256,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$229,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$357,000

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.99 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.92%
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.1 percent flood zone

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
CountyNEW HANOVER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.12
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.Porch · 40 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
Heyward C Bellamy Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.6 mi
M
Charles P. Murray Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.7 mi
H
Eugene Ashley High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi

District: New Hanover County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28409These 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.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.64

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.32%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.4%
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.38,416
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,329 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$107,248
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$134,965
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.63°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.58 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

6538 Rustling Leaves Way 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 less than 84% of homes in Wilmington 28409
  • Costs less per square foot than 76% of homes in Wilmington 28409
  • Smaller than 76% of homes in Wilmington 28409
  • Has a smaller lot than 93% of homes in Wilmington 28409
  • Newer than 92% of homes in Wilmington 28409

What homes are worth in Wilmington 28409

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

This home
$239K$1.9M

This home is worth more than 16% of homes in Wilmington 28409.

How it measures up in Wilmington 28409

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wilmington 28409.

Estimated value$345,000
CheaperTypical $516,116Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$221
CheaperTypical $257Pricier

Pricier than 24% of homes nearby

Living area1,562 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,068 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Lot size0.12 ac
SmallerTypical 0.37 acBigger

Bigger than 7% of homes nearby

Year built2018
OlderTypical 1994Newer

Newer than 92% of homes nearby

How 6538 Rustling Leaves Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMyrtle GroveWilmington 28409New Hanover County
Estimated valuepricier than$345,00028% of homes16% of homes30% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22131% of homes24% of homes28% of homes
Living areabigger than1,562 ft²33% of homes24% of homes43% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.12 ac11% of homes7% of homes17% of homes
Year builtnewer than201877% of homes92% of homes91% of homes

About 6538 Rustling Leaves Way

How much is 6538 Rustling Leaves Way, Wilmington, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 6538 Rustling Leaves Way, Wilmington, NC is $345,000 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $316,200 to $373,800. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 6538 Rustling Leaves Way, Wilmington, NC last sell?

6538 Rustling Leaves Way, Wilmington, NC last sold on Aug 19, 2026 for $330,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 6538 Rustling Leaves Way, Wilmington, NC?

6538 Rustling Leaves Way, Wilmington, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,562 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 6538 Rustling Leaves Way, Wilmington, NC built?

6538 Rustling Leaves Way, Wilmington, NC was built in 2018, making it 8 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 6538 Rustling Leaves Way, Wilmington, NC?

6538 Rustling Leaves Way, Wilmington, NC is assigned to Heyward C Bellamy Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Charles P. Murray Middle School (middle), rated B+; Eugene Ashley High School (high), rated C+. All sit in New Hanover County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 6538 Rustling Leaves Way, Wilmington, NC compare to other homes in Wilmington 28409?

Among the 14,703 homes in Wilmington 28409, it is worth more than 16% of them ($345,000 against a typical $516,116), its price per square foot is higher than 24% of them ($221 against a typical $257), it is bigger than 24% of them (1,562 ft² against a typical 2,068 ft²), its lot is bigger than 7% of them (0.12 ac against a typical 0.37 ac) and it is newer than 92% of them (2018 against a typical 1994). Measured against all of New Hanover County, it is worth more than 30% 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 6538 Rustling Leaves Way, Wilmington, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 6538 Rustling Leaves Way, Wilmington, NC was $1,425. The county assessed it at $357,000.

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