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$125,681$127 / 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 68How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

896 HORTONTOWN RD

ROPER, NC 27970
1
Baths
992 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.
1962
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$126K
$86K low$166K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$102 (2022)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$12,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$9,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$12,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$12,000

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.47
35
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
24
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
79
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
82
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. 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.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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
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
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None

Transaction History(4)

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 · 1.8 mi
H
Washington County High SchoolD-
High · Grades 6–12 · 5.6 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%

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How this home compares

896 Hortontown 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 79% of homes in Washington County
  • Smaller than 73% of homes in Washington County
  • Older than 71% 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
$33K$483K

This home is worth more than 53% 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$125,681
CheaperTypical $118,919Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$127
CheaperTypical $101Pricier

Pricier than 62% of homes nearby

Living area992 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,236 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 28% of homes nearby

Year built1962
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 29% of homes nearby

How 896 Hortontown Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRoper 27970Washington County
Estimated valuepricier than$125,68153% of homes61% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12762% of homes79% of homes
Living areabigger than992 ft²28% of homes27% of homes
Year builtnewer than196229% of homes38% of homes

About 896 Hortontown Rd

How much is 896 Hortontown Rd, Roper, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 896 Hortontown Rd, Roper, NC is $125,681 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $85,693 to $165,669. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 896 Hortontown Rd, Roper, NC last sell?

896 Hortontown Rd, Roper, NC last sold on Oct 18, 2022, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 896 Hortontown Rd, Roper, NC?

896 Hortontown Rd, Roper, NC has 1 bathrooms and 992 square feet of living space.

When was 896 Hortontown Rd, Roper, NC built?

896 Hortontown Rd, Roper, NC was built in 1962, making it 64 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 896 Hortontown Rd, Roper, NC?

896 Hortontown 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 896 Hortontown Rd, Roper, NC compare to other homes in Roper 27970?

Among the 1,731 homes in Roper 27970, it is worth more than 53% of them ($125,681 against a typical $118,919), its price per square foot is higher than 62% of them ($127 against a typical $101), it is bigger than 28% of them (992 ft² against a typical 1,236 ft²) and it is newer than 29% of them (1962 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Washington County, it is worth more than 61% 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 896 Hortontown Rd, Roper, NC?

The 2022 property tax bill for 896 Hortontown Rd, Roper, NC was $102. The county assessed it at $12,000.

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