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$235,478$166 / 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 $127,500 on Oct 11, 1996

685 RICHARDSON RD

ZEBULON, NC 27597
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,422 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.
1.03 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.
5
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$235K
$201K low$270K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$127,500 · Oct 11, 1996

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,031 (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.$318,150 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$51,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$266,650
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$183,640
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$318,150

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.2007
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.03
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.Mixed
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.Shed · 182 ft²Porch · 282 ft²

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Corinth-Holders Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.4 mi
H
Corinth Holders High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.6 mi
M
Archer Lodge Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.7 mi

District: Johnston County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27597These 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.87
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 100.38

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.7%
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.32,526
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.266 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$72,573
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$93,221
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 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 Richardson 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 less than 88% of homes in Zebulon 27597
  • Costs less per square foot than 70% of homes in Zebulon 27597
  • Smaller than 74% of homes in Zebulon 27597
  • Has a bigger lot than 73% of homes in Johnston County
  • Older than 66% of homes in Zebulon 27597

What homes are worth in Zebulon 27597

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

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$158K$824K

This home is worth more than 12% of homes in Zebulon 27597.

How it measures up in Zebulon 27597

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Zebulon 27597.

Estimated value$235,478
CheaperTypical $342,784Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$166
CheaperTypical $189Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Living area1,422 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,793 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Lot size1.03 ac
SmallerTypical 0.76 acBigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Year built1996
OlderTypical 2006Newer

Newer than 34% of homes nearby

How 685 Richardson Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeZebulon 27597Johnston County
Estimated valuepricier than$235,47812% of homes16% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16630% of homes31% of homes
Living areabigger than1,422 ft²26% of homes28% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.03 ac67% of homes73% of homes
Year builtnewer than199634% of homes34% of homes

About 685 Richardson Rd

How much is 685 Richardson Rd, Zebulon, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 685 Richardson Rd, Zebulon, NC is $235,478 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $200,771 to $270,185. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 685 Richardson Rd, Zebulon, NC last sell?

685 Richardson Rd, Zebulon, NC last sold on Oct 11, 1996 for $127,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 685 Richardson Rd, Zebulon, NC?

685 Richardson Rd, Zebulon, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,422 square feet of living space and a 1.03-acre lot.

When was 685 Richardson Rd, Zebulon, NC built?

685 Richardson Rd, Zebulon, NC was built in 1996, making it 30 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 685 Richardson Rd, Zebulon, NC?

685 Richardson Rd, Zebulon, NC is assigned to Corinth-Holders Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Corinth Holders High School (high), rated B+; Archer Lodge 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 Richardson Rd, Zebulon, NC compare to other homes in Zebulon 27597?

Among the 13,711 homes in Zebulon 27597, it is worth more than 12% of them ($235,478 against a typical $342,784), its price per square foot is higher than 30% of them ($166 against a typical $189), it is bigger than 26% of them (1,422 ft² against a typical 1,793 ft²), its lot is bigger than 67% of them (1.03 ac against a typical 0.76 ac) and it is newer than 34% of them (1996 against a typical 2006). Measured against all of Johnston County, it is worth more than 16% 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 Richardson Rd, Zebulon, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 685 Richardson Rd, Zebulon, NC was $2,031. The county assessed it at $318,150.

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