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$1,522,415$492 / 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 83How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026

7302 SOUND DR

EMERALD ISLE, NC 28594
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
3,096 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.
0.47 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1987
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$1.5M
$1.3M low$1.8M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,030 (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.$1,089,886 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$619,447
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$470,439
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,290,686
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,089,886

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.144 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.48%
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Contemporary
CountyCARTERET
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.1996
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.47
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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 · 118 ft²Porch · 160 ft²Boat access

Transaction History(1)

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
White Oak Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.6 mi
H
Croatan High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.0 mi
M
Broad Creek Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 7.3 mi

District: Carteret County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28594These 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.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.34

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.33%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.30%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.9%
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.5,103
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.196 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$93,563
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$113,981
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.63°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.61%

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How this home compares

7302 Sound Dr 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 95% of homes in Carteret County
  • Costs more per square foot than 81% of homes in Carteret County
  • Bigger than 92% of homes in Carteret County
  • Has a bigger lot than 91% of homes in Emerald Isle 28594

What homes are worth in Emerald Isle 28594

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

This home
$279K$2.7M

This home is worth more than 87% of homes in Emerald Isle 28594.

How it measures up in Emerald Isle 28594

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Emerald Isle 28594.

Estimated value$1,522,415
CheaperTypical $818,294Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$492
CheaperTypical $494Pricier

Pricier than 49% of homes nearby

Living area3,096 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,680 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Lot size0.47 ac
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Year built1987
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than 47% of homes nearby

How 7302 Sound Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEmerald Isle 28594Carteret County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,522,41587% of homes95% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$49249% of homes81% of homes
Living areabigger than3,096 ft²88% of homes92% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.47 ac91% of homes64% of homes
Year builtnewer than198747% of homes46% of homes

About 7302 Sound Dr

How much is 7302 Sound Dr, Emerald Isle, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 7302 Sound Dr, Emerald Isle, NC is $1,522,415 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $1,259,927 to $1,784,903. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 7302 Sound Dr, Emerald Isle, NC last sell?

7302 Sound Dr, Emerald Isle, NC last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 7302 Sound Dr, Emerald Isle, NC?

7302 Sound Dr, Emerald Isle, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 3,096 square feet of living space and a 0.47-acre lot.

When was 7302 Sound Dr, Emerald Isle, NC built?

7302 Sound Dr, Emerald Isle, NC was built in 1987, making it 39 years old. It is a contemporary home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 7302 Sound Dr, Emerald Isle, NC?

7302 Sound Dr, Emerald Isle, NC is assigned to White Oak Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Croatan High School (high), rated A; Broad Creek Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Carteret County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 7302 Sound Dr, Emerald Isle, NC compare to other homes in Emerald Isle 28594?

Among the 6,182 homes in Emerald Isle 28594, it is worth more than 87% of them ($1,522,415 against a typical $818,294), its price per square foot is higher than 49% of them ($492 against a typical $494), it is bigger than 88% of them (3,096 ft² against a typical 1,680 ft²), its lot is bigger than 91% of them (0.47 ac against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than 47% of them (1987 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of Carteret 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 7302 Sound Dr, Emerald Isle, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 7302 Sound Dr, Emerald Isle, NC was $4,030. The county assessed it at $1,089,886.

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