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$280,271$236 / 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 88How 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 $95,000 on Dec 16, 2020

8889 RIVER RD

GRIFTON, NC 28530
3
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
1,190 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.
10.1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2021
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$280K
$247K low$314K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$95,000 · Dec 16, 2020
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.$41,771
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$33,417
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.79%
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.$238,500
LOCAL GOVERNMENT FCU · 3.87% 1 · recorded Dec 16, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,371 (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.$279,470 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$42,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$237,170
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$279,470
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$279,470

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.93 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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
CountyCraven
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.10.10
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
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.Yes

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

E
Vanceboro Farm Life Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 7.4 mi
H
West Craven High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 9.3 mi
M
West Craven Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 9.5 mi

District: Craven County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28530These 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.143
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.36

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.10%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.18%
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.6,614
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.99 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$41,930
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$58,864
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.62°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.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

8889 River 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 83% of homes in Grifton 28530
  • Costs more per square foot than 97% of homes in Grifton 28530
  • Smaller than 76% of homes in Grifton 28530
  • Has a bigger lot than 98% of homes in Craven County
  • Newer than 96% of homes in Craven County

What homes are worth in Grifton 28530

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

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$32K$527K

This home is worth more than 83% of homes in Grifton 28530.

How it measures up in Grifton 28530

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Grifton 28530.

Estimated value$280,271
CheaperTypical $172,875Pricier

Pricier than 83% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$236
CheaperTypical $115Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Living area1,190 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,520 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Lot size10.1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.63 acBigger

Bigger than 96% of homes nearby

Year built2021
OlderTypical 1981Newer

Newer than 95% of homes nearby

How 8889 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGrifton 28530Craven County
Estimated valuepricier than$280,27183% of homes50% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23697% of homes73% of homes
Living areabigger than1,190 ft²24% of homes31% of homes
Lot sizebigger than10.1 ac96% of homes98% of homes
Year builtnewer than202195% of homes96% of homes

About 8889 River Rd

How much is 8889 River Rd, Grifton, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8889 River Rd, Grifton, NC is $280,271 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $246,914 to $313,628. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8889 River Rd, Grifton, NC last sell?

8889 River Rd, Grifton, NC last sold on Dec 16, 2020 for $95,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8889 River Rd, Grifton, NC?

8889 River Rd, Grifton, NC has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,190 square feet of living space and a 10.10-acre lot.

When was 8889 River Rd, Grifton, NC built?

8889 River Rd, Grifton, NC was built in 2021, making it 5 years old.

What schools serve 8889 River Rd, Grifton, NC?

8889 River Rd, Grifton, NC is assigned to Vanceboro Farm Life Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; West Craven High School (high), rated D-; West Craven Middle School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Craven County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8889 River Rd, Grifton, NC compare to other homes in Grifton 28530?

Among the 2,522 homes in Grifton 28530, it is worth more than 83% of them ($280,271 against a typical $172,875), its price per square foot is higher than 97% of them ($236 against a typical $115), it is bigger than 24% of them (1,190 ft² against a typical 1,520 ft²), its lot is bigger than 96% of them (10.1 ac against a typical 0.63 ac) and it is newer than 95% of them (2021 against a typical 1981). Measured against all of Craven 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 8889 River Rd, Grifton, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8889 River Rd, Grifton, NC was $1,371. The county assessed it at $279,470.

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