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$715,891$366 / 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 79How 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 $385,000 on Jul 5, 2016

681 LAUREL RIDGE RD

COLUMBUS, NC 28722
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,957 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.
6.02 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1977
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$716K
$568K low$863K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$385,000 · Jul 5, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,950 (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.$564,415 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$85,160
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$479,255
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$489,635
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$564,415

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.
16
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
84
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
95
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
32
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
CountyPOLK
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.2004
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.6.02
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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

Transaction History(2)

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
Tryon Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.1 mi
H
Polk County High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.0 mi
M
Polk County Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.0 mi

District: Polk County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28722These 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.126
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.91
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.89

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.85%
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.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.6,237
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.137 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$68,764
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$86,296
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.57 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

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How this home compares

681 Laurel Ridge Rd 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 85% of homes in Columbus 28722
  • Costs more per square foot than 79% of homes in Columbus 28722
  • Bigger than 78% of homes in Polk County
  • Has a bigger lot than 76% of homes in Polk County

What homes are worth in Columbus 28722

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

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$137K$1.8M

This home is worth more than 85% of homes in Columbus 28722.

How it measures up in Columbus 28722

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Columbus 28722.

Estimated value$715,891
CheaperTypical $412,360Pricier

Pricier than 85% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$366
CheaperTypical $261Pricier

Pricier than 79% of homes nearby

Living area1,957 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,522 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Lot size6.02 ac
SmallerTypical 2 acBigger

Bigger than 75% of homes nearby

Year built1977
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 47% of homes nearby

How 681 Laurel Ridge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeColumbus 28722Polk County
Estimated valuepricier than$715,89185% of homes85% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$36679% of homes75% of homes
Living areabigger than1,957 ft²77% of homes78% of homes
Lot sizebigger than6.02 ac75% of homes76% of homes
Year builtnewer than197747% of homes51% of homes

About 681 Laurel Ridge Rd

How much is 681 Laurel Ridge Rd, Columbus, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 681 Laurel Ridge Rd, Columbus, NC is $715,891 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $568,443 to $863,339. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 681 Laurel Ridge Rd, Columbus, NC last sell?

681 Laurel Ridge Rd, Columbus, NC last sold on Jul 5, 2016 for $385,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 681 Laurel Ridge Rd, Columbus, NC?

681 Laurel Ridge Rd, Columbus, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,957 square feet of living space and a 6.02-acre lot.

When was 681 Laurel Ridge Rd, Columbus, NC built?

681 Laurel Ridge Rd, Columbus, NC was built in 1977, making it 49 years old.

What schools serve 681 Laurel Ridge Rd, Columbus, NC?

681 Laurel Ridge Rd, Columbus, NC is assigned to Tryon Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Polk County High School (high), rated B; Polk County Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Polk County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 681 Laurel Ridge Rd, Columbus, NC compare to other homes in Columbus 28722?

Among the 2,062 homes in Columbus 28722, it is worth more than 85% of them ($715,891 against a typical $412,360), its price per square foot is higher than 79% of them ($366 against a typical $261), it is bigger than 77% of them (1,957 ft² against a typical 1,522 ft²), its lot is bigger than 75% of them (6.02 ac against a typical 2 ac) and it is newer than 47% of them (1977 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Polk County, it is worth more than 85% 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 681 Laurel Ridge Rd, Columbus, NC?

The 2026 property tax bill for 681 Laurel Ridge Rd, Columbus, NC was $2,950. The county assessed it at $564,415.

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