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$706,679$301 / 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

8542 BENBOW MERRILL RD

OAK RIDGE, NC 27310
2
Beds
2
Baths
2,351 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.
3.05 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2002
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$707K
$640K low$774K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,515 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$269,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$89,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$180,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$269,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$269,500

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.16 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
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.2006
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.3.05
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
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.Deck · 120 ft²Porch · 66 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%

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How this home compares

8542 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 95% of homes in Guilford County
  • Costs more per square foot than 98% of homes in Guilford County
  • Bigger than 75% of homes in Guilford County
  • Has a bigger lot than 94% of homes in Guilford County
  • Newer than 77% of homes in Guilford County

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
$162K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 66% 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$706,679
CheaperTypical $603,867Pricier

Pricier than 66% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$301
CheaperTypical $212Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Living area2,351 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,990 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 32% of homes nearby

Lot size3.05 ac
SmallerTypical 1.03 acBigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Year built2002
OlderTypical 2000Newer

Newer than 57% of homes nearby

How 8542 Benbow Merrill Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOak Ridge 27310Guilford County
Estimated valuepricier than$706,67966% of homes95% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$30193% of homes98% of homes
Living areabigger than2,351 ft²32% of homes75% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3.05 ac87% of homes94% of homes
Year builtnewer than200257% of homes77% of homes

About 8542 Benbow Merrill Rd

How much is 8542 Benbow Merrill Rd, Oak Ridge, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8542 Benbow Merrill Rd, Oak Ridge, NC is $706,679 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $639,559 to $773,799. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8542 Benbow Merrill Rd, Oak Ridge, NC last sell?

8542 Benbow Merrill Rd, Oak Ridge, NC last sold on Aug 8, 2002, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8542 Benbow Merrill Rd, Oak Ridge, NC?

8542 Benbow Merrill Rd, Oak Ridge, NC has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,351 square feet of living space and a 3.05-acre lot.

When was 8542 Benbow Merrill Rd, Oak Ridge, NC built?

8542 Benbow Merrill Rd, Oak Ridge, NC was built in 2002, making it 24 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8542 Benbow Merrill Rd, Oak Ridge, NC?

8542 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 8542 Benbow Merrill Rd, Oak Ridge, NC compare to other homes in Oak Ridge 27310?

Among the 3,867 homes in Oak Ridge 27310, it is worth more than 66% of them ($706,679 against a typical $603,867), its price per square foot is higher than 93% of them ($301 against a typical $212), it is bigger than 32% of them (2,351 ft² against a typical 2,990 ft²), its lot is bigger than 87% of them (3.05 ac against a typical 1.03 ac) and it is newer than 57% of them (2002 against a typical 2000). Measured against all of Guilford 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 8542 Benbow Merrill Rd, Oak Ridge, NC?

The 2024 property tax bill for 8542 Benbow Merrill Rd, Oak Ridge, NC was $2,515. The county assessed it at $269,500.

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