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$195,070$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 82How 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
Last sold for $21,000 on Oct 1, 1985

821 ELM ST

KANNAPOLIS, NC 28081
1
Baths
1,176 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.
0.26 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1930
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$195K
$159K low$231K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$21,000 · Oct 1, 1985

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,750 (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.$144,597 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$28,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$116,097
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$144,597
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$144,597

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.16
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
14
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
68
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
CountyROWAN
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.1999
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.26
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Package
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
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 · 240 ft²Porch · 168 ft²

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

E
Woodrow Wilson Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.7 mi
H
A. L. Brown High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi
M
Kannapolis Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.9 mi

District: Kannapolis City Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28081These 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.113
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.65

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.93%
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.10%
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.30,289
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.971 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$72,913
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$84,642
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.62%

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How this home compares

821 Elm 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 73% of homes in Kannapolis 28081
  • Smaller than 81% of homes in Rowan County
  • Has a smaller lot than 83% of homes in Rowan County
  • Older than 92% of homes in Rowan County

What homes are worth in Kannapolis 28081

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

This home
$74K$741K

This home is worth more than 27% of homes in Kannapolis 28081.

How it measures up in Kannapolis 28081

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Kannapolis 28081.

Estimated value$195,070
CheaperTypical $269,684Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$166
CheaperTypical $178Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Living area1,176 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,522 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Lot size0.26 ac
SmallerTypical 0.34 acBigger

Bigger than 37% of homes nearby

Year built1930
OlderTypical 1982Newer

Newer than 11% of homes nearby

How 821 Elm St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeKannapolis 28081Rowan County
Estimated valuepricier than$195,07027% of homes33% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16639% of homes52% of homes
Living areabigger than1,176 ft²24% of homes19% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.26 ac37% of homes17% of homes
Year builtnewer than193011% of homes8% of homes

About 821 Elm St

How much is 821 Elm St, Kannapolis, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 821 Elm St, Kannapolis, NC is $195,070 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $159,146 to $230,994. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 821 Elm St, Kannapolis, NC last sell?

821 Elm St, Kannapolis, NC last sold on Oct 1, 1985 for $21,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 821 Elm St, Kannapolis, NC?

821 Elm St, Kannapolis, NC has 1 bathrooms, 1,176 square feet of living space and a 0.26-acre lot.

When was 821 Elm St, Kannapolis, NC built?

821 Elm St, Kannapolis, NC was built in 1930, making it 96 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 821 Elm St, Kannapolis, NC?

821 Elm St, Kannapolis, NC is assigned to Woodrow Wilson Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; A. L. Brown High School (high), rated D-; Kannapolis Middle School (middle), rated D-. All sit in Kannapolis City Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 821 Elm St, Kannapolis, NC compare to other homes in Kannapolis 28081?

Among the 11,387 homes in Kannapolis 28081, it is worth more than 27% of them ($195,070 against a typical $269,684), its price per square foot is higher than 39% of them ($166 against a typical $178), it is bigger than 24% of them (1,176 ft² against a typical 1,522 ft²), its lot is bigger than 37% of them (0.26 ac against a typical 0.34 ac) and it is newer than 11% of them (1930 against a typical 1982). Measured against all of Rowan County, it is worth more than 33% 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 821 Elm St, Kannapolis, NC?

The 2026 property tax bill for 821 Elm St, Kannapolis, NC was $1,750. The county assessed it at $144,597.

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