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$896,636$306 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $888,500 on Jun 20, 2025

8240 OLD RALEIGH RD

SIMS, NC 27880
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,930 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.
8 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2024
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$897K
$748K low$1M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$888,500 · Jun 20, 2025
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.$522,884
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$418,307
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.42%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$373,752
TARBORO SAVINGS BANK SSB · recorded Jun 20, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,892 (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.$643,700 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$91,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$552,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$709,570
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$643,700

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.42
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
8
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
86
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
87
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
28
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
CountyWILSON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.8.00
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
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.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(4)

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
Rock Ridge Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 4.2 mi
M
Springfield Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 7.0 mi
H
Hunt High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.2 mi

District: Wilson County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27880These 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.78
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.79
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.37

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.13%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.3,176
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.119 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$86,050
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$99,508
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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
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

8240 Old Raleigh 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Sims 27880
  • Costs more per square foot than 95% of homes in Wilson County
  • Among the largest homes in Sims 27880
  • Has a bigger lot than 94% of homes in Wilson County
  • Among the newest homes in Wilson County

What homes are worth in Sims 27880

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

This home
$85K$678K

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Sims 27880.

How it measures up in Sims 27880

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Sims 27880.

Estimated value$896,636
CheaperTypical $289,537Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$306
CheaperTypical $195Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Living area2,930 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,561 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size8 ac
SmallerTypical 1.02 acBigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Year built2024
OlderTypical 2002Newer

Newer than 97% of homes nearby

How 8240 Old Raleigh Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSims 27880Wilson County
Estimated valuepricier than$896,636almost all homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$30691% of homes95% of homes
Living areabigger than2,930 ft²almost all homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than8 ac88% of homes94% of homes
Year builtnewer than202497% of homesalmost all homes

About 8240 Old Raleigh Rd

How much is 8240 Old Raleigh Rd, Sims, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8240 Old Raleigh Rd, Sims, NC is $896,636 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $747,765 to $1,045,507. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8240 Old Raleigh Rd, Sims, NC last sell?

8240 Old Raleigh Rd, Sims, NC last sold on Jun 20, 2025 for $888,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 8240 Old Raleigh Rd, Sims, NC?

8240 Old Raleigh Rd, Sims, NC has 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 2,930 square feet of living space and a 8.00-acre lot.

When was 8240 Old Raleigh Rd, Sims, NC built?

8240 Old Raleigh Rd, Sims, NC was built in 2024, making it 2 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8240 Old Raleigh Rd, Sims, NC?

8240 Old Raleigh Rd, Sims, NC is assigned to Rock Ridge Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Springfield Middle School (middle), rated B; Hunt High School (high), rated C+. All sit in Wilson County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8240 Old Raleigh Rd, Sims, NC compare to other homes in Sims 27880?

Among the 1,424 homes in Sims 27880, it is worth more than almost all of them ($896,636 against a typical $289,537), its price per square foot is higher than 91% of them ($306 against a typical $195), it is bigger than almost all of them (2,930 ft² against a typical 1,561 ft²), its lot is bigger than 88% of them (8 ac against a typical 1.02 ac) and it is newer than 97% of them (2024 against a typical 2002). Measured against all of Wilson County, it is worth more than almost all 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 8240 Old Raleigh Rd, Sims, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8240 Old Raleigh Rd, Sims, NC was $4,892. The county assessed it at $643,700.

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