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$460,786$248 / 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 81How 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

947 RIVER RD

DOBSON, NC 27017
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,856 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.
62.27 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1962
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$461K
$373K low$548K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,063 (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.$171,630 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$147,540
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$364,540

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.125 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.Rural Residence
CountySurry
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.1986
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.62.27
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Footing
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Wood Shingle
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 304 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
Mountain Park Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.9 mi
M
Central Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 6.9 mi
H
Surry Central High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 8.2 mi

District: Surry County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27017These 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.105
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.97
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.77

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.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.1%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
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.8,956
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.81 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$61,906
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$81,189
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.57°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 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

947 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 90% of homes in Dobson 27017
  • Costs more per square foot than 92% of homes in Surry County
  • Bigger than 71% of homes in Dobson 27017
  • Among the largest lots in Surry County
  • Older than 72% of homes in Dobson 27017

What homes are worth in Dobson 27017

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

This home
$86K$739K

This home is worth more than 90% of homes in Dobson 27017.

How it measures up in Dobson 27017

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dobson 27017.

Estimated value$460,786
CheaperTypical $233,299Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$248
CheaperTypical $148Pricier

Pricier than 89% of homes nearby

Living area1,856 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,552 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 71% of homes nearby

Lot size62.27 ac
SmallerTypical 1.54 acBigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Year built1962
OlderTypical 1977Newer

Newer than 28% of homes nearby

How 947 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDobson 27017Surry County
Estimated valuepricier than$460,78690% of homes90% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24889% of homes92% of homes
Living areabigger than1,856 ft²71% of homes71% of homes
Lot sizebigger than62.27 ac97% of homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than196228% of homes36% of homes

About 947 River Rd

How much is 947 River Rd, Dobson, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 947 River Rd, Dobson, NC is $460,786 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $373,393 to $548,179. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 947 River Rd, Dobson, NC?

947 River Rd, Dobson, NC has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,856 square feet of living space and a 62.27-acre lot.

When was 947 River Rd, Dobson, NC built?

947 River Rd, Dobson, NC was built in 1962, making it 64 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 947 River Rd, Dobson, NC?

947 River Rd, Dobson, NC is assigned to Mountain Park Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Central Middle School (middle), rated B; Surry Central High School (high), rated C. All sit in Surry County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 947 River Rd, Dobson, NC compare to other homes in Dobson 27017?

Among the 2,791 homes in Dobson 27017, it is worth more than 90% of them ($460,786 against a typical $233,299), its price per square foot is higher than 89% of them ($248 against a typical $148), it is bigger than 71% of them (1,856 ft² against a typical 1,552 ft²), its lot is bigger than 97% of them (62.27 ac against a typical 1.54 ac) and it is newer than 28% of them (1962 against a typical 1977). Measured against all of Surry County, it is worth more than 90% 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 947 River Rd, Dobson, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 947 River Rd, Dobson, NC was $1,063. The county assessed it at $171,630.

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