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$446,264$225 / 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 91How 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 $235,000 on Nov 30, 2017

8534 BENBOW MERRILL RD

OAK RIDGE, NC 27310
3
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
1,982 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.
2.9 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1976
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$446K
$407K low$486K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$235,000 · Nov 30, 2017
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.$234,264
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$187,411
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.48%
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.$212,000
FAIRWAY INDEPENDENT MORTGAGE CORP · recorded Jun 24, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,553 (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.$273,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$101,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$172,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$374,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$273,600

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.27 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyGuilford
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.2008
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.90
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Concrete
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
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.Shed · 192 ft²Patio · 140 ft²Porch · 873 ft²

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
Oak Ridge Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.5 mi
H
Northwest Guilford High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.7 mi
M
Northwest Guilford Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.8 mi

District: Guilford County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27310These 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.17
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 100.52

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.31%
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.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.8,288
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.452 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$135,783
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$171,644
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.58°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.45 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.60%

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

8534 Benbow Merrill 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 more than 81% of homes in Guilford County
  • Costs more per square foot than 89% of homes in Guilford County
  • Smaller than 76% of homes in Oak Ridge 27310
  • Has a bigger lot than 93% of homes in Guilford County
  • Older than 87% of homes in Oak Ridge 27310

What homes are worth in Oak Ridge 27310

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

This home
$142K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 31% of homes in Oak Ridge 27310.

How it measures up in Oak Ridge 27310

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Oak Ridge 27310.

Estimated value$446,264
CheaperTypical $606,488Pricier

Pricier than 31% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$225
CheaperTypical $213Pricier

Pricier than 62% of homes nearby

Living area1,982 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,985 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Lot size2.9 ac
SmallerTypical 1.02 acBigger

Bigger than 86% of homes nearby

Year built1976
OlderTypical 2000Newer

Newer than 13% of homes nearby

How 8534 Benbow Merrill Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOak Ridge 27310Guilford County
Estimated valuepricier than$446,26431% of homes81% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22562% of homes89% of homes
Living areabigger than1,982 ft²24% of homes63% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.9 ac86% of homes93% of homes
Year builtnewer than197613% of homes42% of homes

About 8534 Benbow Merrill Rd

How much is 8534 Benbow Merrill Rd, Oak Ridge, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8534 Benbow Merrill Rd, Oak Ridge, NC is $446,264 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $406,803 to $485,725. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8534 Benbow Merrill Rd, Oak Ridge, NC last sell?

8534 Benbow Merrill Rd, Oak Ridge, NC last sold on Nov 30, 2017 for $235,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8534 Benbow Merrill Rd, Oak Ridge, NC?

8534 Benbow Merrill Rd, Oak Ridge, NC has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,982 square feet of living space and a 2.90-acre lot.

When was 8534 Benbow Merrill Rd, Oak Ridge, NC built?

8534 Benbow Merrill Rd, Oak Ridge, NC was built in 1976, making it 50 years old. It is a ranch home.

What schools serve 8534 Benbow Merrill Rd, Oak Ridge, NC?

8534 Benbow Merrill Rd, Oak Ridge, NC is assigned to Oak Ridge Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Northwest Guilford High School (high), rated A+; Northwest Guilford Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Guilford County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8534 Benbow Merrill Rd, Oak Ridge, NC compare to other homes in Oak Ridge 27310?

Among the 3,865 homes in Oak Ridge 27310, it is worth more than 31% of them ($446,264 against a typical $606,488), its price per square foot is higher than 62% of them ($225 against a typical $213), it is bigger than 24% of them (1,982 ft² against a typical 2,985 ft²), its lot is bigger than 86% of them (2.9 ac against a typical 1.02 ac) and it is newer than 13% of them (1976 against a typical 2000). Measured against all of Guilford County, it is worth more than 81% 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 8534 Benbow Merrill Rd, Oak Ridge, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8534 Benbow Merrill Rd, Oak Ridge, NC was $2,553. The county assessed it at $273,600.

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