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$45,626$102 / 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 57How 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 $25,000 on Apr 23, 2021

885 BACKWOODS RD

ROPER, NC 27970
1
Baths
448 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.
1.22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
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

$46K
$26K low$65K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$25,000 · Apr 23, 2021
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.$45,626
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$36,501

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$617 (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.$28,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$16,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$12,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$28,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$28,400

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.27
99
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
23
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
16
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.96 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.73%
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.1 percent flood zone

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.Conventional
CountyWASHINGTON
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.1970
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.22
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Wood
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(2)

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
Washington County Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.7 mi
H
Washington County High SchoolD-
High · Grades 6–12 · 8.4 mi

District: Washington County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27970These 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.116
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.28

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.76%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
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.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,988
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.28 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$43,355
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$56,754
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.61°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.51 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.Absentee owner
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

885 Backwoods 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 less than 91% of homes in Roper 27970
  • Costs more per square foot than 67% of homes in Washington County
  • Among the smallest homes in Roper 27970
  • Has a bigger lot than 68% of homes in Washington County
  • Older than 91% of homes in Roper 27970

What homes are worth in Roper 27970

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

This home
$31K$496K

This home is worth more than 9% of homes in Roper 27970.

How it measures up in Roper 27970

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Roper 27970.

Estimated value$45,626
CheaperTypical $115,470Pricier

Pricier than 9% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$102
CheaperTypical $94Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Living area448 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,242 ft²Bigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Lot size1.22 ac
SmallerTypical 0.78 acBigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 9% of homes nearby

How 885 Backwoods Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRoper 27970Washington County
Estimated valuepricier than$45,6269% of homes14% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$10253% of homes67% of homes
Living areabigger than448 ft²almost no homesalmost no homes
Lot sizebigger than1.22 ac67% of homes68% of homes
Year builtnewer than19209% of homes9% of homes

About 885 Backwoods Rd

How much is 885 Backwoods Rd, Roper, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 885 Backwoods Rd, Roper, NC is $45,626 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $26,072 to $65,180. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 885 Backwoods Rd, Roper, NC last sell?

885 Backwoods Rd, Roper, NC last sold on Apr 23, 2021 for $25,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 885 Backwoods Rd, Roper, NC?

885 Backwoods Rd, Roper, NC has 1 bathrooms, 448 square feet of living space and a 1.22-acre lot.

When was 885 Backwoods Rd, Roper, NC built?

885 Backwoods Rd, Roper, NC was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 885 Backwoods Rd, Roper, NC?

885 Backwoods Rd, Roper, NC is assigned to Washington County Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Washington County High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Washington County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 885 Backwoods Rd, Roper, NC compare to other homes in Roper 27970?

Among the 1,731 homes in Roper 27970, it is worth more than 9% of them ($45,626 against a typical $115,470), its price per square foot is higher than 53% of them ($102 against a typical $94), it is bigger than almost none of them (448 ft² against a typical 1,242 ft²), its lot is bigger than 67% of them (1.22 ac against a typical 0.78 ac) and it is newer than 9% of them (1920 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Washington County, it is worth more than 14% 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 885 Backwoods Rd, Roper, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 885 Backwoods Rd, Roper, NC was $617. The county assessed it at $28,400.

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