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$38,042$38 / 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 62How 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

79 SHORT ST

ROCKINGHAM, NC 28379
1
Baths
1,014 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.
0.92 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1970
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$38K
$24K low$52K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$38,042
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$30,434

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$538 (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.$54,947 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$6,750
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$48,197
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$54,947
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$54,947

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.39
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
18
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
90
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
77
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
9
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.Residential (General/Single)
CountyRichmond
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.92
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Masonry (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
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.Porch · 262 ft²

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

E
West Rockingham Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.4 mi
M
Rockingham Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
H
Richmond Senior High SchoolD
High · Grades 10–12 · 3.8 mi

District: Richmond County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28379These 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.106
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.84

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.20%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.25,056
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.157 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$45,765
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$62,018
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.62°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.63%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

79 Short St 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 93% of homes in Richmond County
  • Costs less per square foot than 95% of homes in Rockingham 28379
  • Smaller than 73% of homes in Richmond County

What homes are worth in Rockingham 28379

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

This home
$25K$578K

This home is worth more than 8% of homes in Rockingham 28379.

How it measures up in Rockingham 28379

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rockingham 28379.

Estimated value$38,042
CheaperTypical $138,417Pricier

Pricier than 8% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$38
CheaperTypical $121Pricier

Pricier than 5% of homes nearby

Living area1,014 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,215 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 29% of homes nearby

Lot size0.92 ac
SmallerTypical 0.65 acBigger

Bigger than 58% of homes nearby

Year built1970
OlderTypical 1970Newer

Newer than 51% of homes nearby

How 79 Short St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRockingham 28379Richmond County
Estimated valuepricier than$38,0428% of homes7% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$385% of homes5% of homes
Living areabigger than1,014 ft²29% of homes27% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.92 ac58% of homes54% of homes
Year builtnewer than197051% of homes52% of homes

About 79 Short St

How much is 79 Short St, Rockingham, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 79 Short St, Rockingham, NC is $38,042 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $23,692 to $52,392. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 79 Short St, Rockingham, NC?

79 Short St, Rockingham, NC has 1 bathrooms, 1,014 square feet of living space and a 0.92-acre lot.

When was 79 Short St, Rockingham, NC built?

79 Short St, Rockingham, NC was built in 1970, making it 56 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 79 Short St, Rockingham, NC?

79 Short St, Rockingham, NC is assigned to West Rockingham Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Rockingham Middle School (middle), rated A; Richmond Senior High School (high), rated D. All sit in Richmond County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 79 Short St, Rockingham, NC compare to other homes in Rockingham 28379?

Among the 10,388 homes in Rockingham 28379, it is worth more than 8% of them ($38,042 against a typical $138,417), its price per square foot is higher than 5% of them ($38 against a typical $121), it is bigger than 29% of them (1,014 ft² against a typical 1,215 ft²), its lot is bigger than 58% of them (0.92 ac against a typical 0.65 ac) and it is newer than 51% of them (1970 against a typical 1970). Measured against all of Richmond County, it is worth more than 7% 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 79 Short St, Rockingham, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 79 Short St, Rockingham, NC was $538. The county assessed it at $54,947.

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