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$597,645$213 / 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 93How 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 $599,000 on Aug 30, 2024

685 MATTHEWS RD

CLAYTON, NC 27520
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,806 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.
2.73 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1867
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$598K
$555K low$641K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$599,000 · Aug 30, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,360 (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.$529,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$116,570
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$412,630
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$225,460
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$529,200

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyJohnston
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.2000
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.73
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Footing
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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.Carport (Unspecified)
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 · 96 ft²Patio · 760 ft²Porch · 1,081 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
Polenta Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.9 mi
H
Cleveland High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi
M
Swift Creek Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.0 mi

District: Johnston County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27520These 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.83
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.81
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.41

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.2%
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.54,519
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.742 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$82,764
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$96,047
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

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How this home compares

685 Matthews 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 96% of homes in Clayton 27520
  • Costs more per square foot than 74% of homes in Johnston County
  • Bigger than 89% of homes in Clayton 27520
  • Has a bigger lot than 96% of homes in Clayton 27520
  • Among the oldest homes in Clayton 27520

What homes are worth in Clayton 27520

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

This home
$177K$662K

This home is worth more than 96% of homes in Clayton 27520.

How it measures up in Clayton 27520

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Clayton 27520.

Estimated value$597,645
CheaperTypical $337,181Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$213
CheaperTypical $195Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Living area2,806 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,680 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 89% of homes nearby

Lot size2.73 ac
SmallerTypical 0.48 acBigger

Bigger than 96% of homes nearby

Year built1867
OlderTypical 2003Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 685 Matthews Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeClayton 27520Johnston County
Estimated valuepricier than$597,64596% of homes95% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21367% of homes74% of homes
Living areabigger than2,806 ft²89% of homes88% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.73 ac96% of homes91% of homes
Year builtnewer than1867almost no homesalmost no homes

About 685 Matthews Rd

How much is 685 Matthews Rd, Clayton, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 685 Matthews Rd, Clayton, NC is $597,645 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $554,637 to $640,653. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 685 Matthews Rd, Clayton, NC last sell?

685 Matthews Rd, Clayton, NC last sold on Aug 30, 2024 for $599,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 685 Matthews Rd, Clayton, NC?

685 Matthews Rd, Clayton, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,806 square feet of living space and a 2.73-acre lot.

When was 685 Matthews Rd, Clayton, NC built?

685 Matthews Rd, Clayton, NC was built in 1867, making it 159 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 685 Matthews Rd, Clayton, NC?

685 Matthews Rd, Clayton, NC is assigned to Polenta Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Cleveland High School (high), rated B-; Swift Creek Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Johnston County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 685 Matthews Rd, Clayton, NC compare to other homes in Clayton 27520?

Among the 18,409 homes in Clayton 27520, it is worth more than 96% of them ($597,645 against a typical $337,181), its price per square foot is higher than 67% of them ($213 against a typical $195), it is bigger than 89% of them (2,806 ft² against a typical 1,680 ft²), its lot is bigger than 96% of them (2.73 ac against a typical 0.48 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1867 against a typical 2003). Measured against all of Johnston County, it is worth more than 95% 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 685 Matthews Rd, Clayton, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 685 Matthews Rd, Clayton, NC was $3,360. The county assessed it at $529,200.

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