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$234,393$140 / 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 80How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $180,000 on Jun 22, 2022

8553 ELKIN HIGHWAY 268

ROARING RIVER, NC 28669
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,680 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.
1.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1960
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$234K
$187K low$282K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$180,000 · Jun 22, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$760 (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.$166,430 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$12,490
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$153,940
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$118,370
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$166,430

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.60
75
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
11
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.
96
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
35
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.56 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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
CountyWILKES
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.15
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
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

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

E
Roaring River Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.3 mi
H
East Wilkes High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.2 mi
M
East Wilkes Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.6 mi

District: Wilkes County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28669These 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.117
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.93
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.85

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.86%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.3%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.17%
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.3,458
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.74 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$51,898
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$73,344
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.57°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.50 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

8553 Elkin Highway 268 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 71% of homes in Roaring River 28669
  • Bigger than 70% of homes in Roaring River 28669
  • Has a smaller lot than 76% of homes in Roaring River 28669
  • Older than 69% of homes in Wilkes County

What homes are worth in Roaring River 28669

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

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$93K$686K

This home is worth more than 49% of homes in Roaring River 28669.

How it measures up in Roaring River 28669

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Roaring River 28669.

Estimated value$234,393
CheaperTypical $235,923Pricier

Pricier than 49% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$140
CheaperTypical $169Pricier

Pricier than 29% of homes nearby

Living area1,680 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,404 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Lot size1.15 ac
SmallerTypical 2.8 acBigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Year built1960
OlderTypical 1973Newer

Newer than 35% of homes nearby

How 8553 Elkin Highway 268 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRoaring River 28669Wilkes County
Estimated valuepricier than$234,39349% of homes50% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14029% of homes32% of homes
Living areabigger than1,680 ft²70% of homes67% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.15 ac24% of homes47% of homes
Year builtnewer than196035% of homes31% of homes

About 8553 Elkin Highway 268

How much is 8553 Elkin Highway 268, Roaring River, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8553 Elkin Highway 268, Roaring River, NC is $234,393 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $187,189 to $281,597. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8553 Elkin Highway 268, Roaring River, NC last sell?

8553 Elkin Highway 268, Roaring River, NC last sold on Jun 22, 2022 for $180,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8553 Elkin Highway 268, Roaring River, NC?

8553 Elkin Highway 268, Roaring River, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,680 square feet of living space and a 1.15-acre lot.

When was 8553 Elkin Highway 268, Roaring River, NC built?

8553 Elkin Highway 268, Roaring River, NC was built in 1960, making it 66 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8553 Elkin Highway 268, Roaring River, NC?

8553 Elkin Highway 268, Roaring River, NC is assigned to Roaring River Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; East Wilkes High School (high), rated B-; East Wilkes Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Wilkes County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8553 Elkin Highway 268, Roaring River, NC compare to other homes in Roaring River 28669?

Among the 986 homes in Roaring River 28669, it is worth more than 49% of them ($234,393 against a typical $235,923), its price per square foot is higher than 29% of them ($140 against a typical $169), it is bigger than 70% of them (1,680 ft² against a typical 1,404 ft²), its lot is bigger than 24% of them (1.15 ac against a typical 2.8 ac) and it is newer than 35% of them (1960 against a typical 1973). Measured against all of Wilkes County, it is worth more than 50% 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 8553 Elkin Highway 268, Roaring River, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8553 Elkin Highway 268, Roaring River, NC was $760. The county assessed it at $166,430.

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