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$682,265$195 / 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 86How 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 $165,000 on Sep 6, 2019

970 FISHING ROCK RD

CASTALIA, NC 27816
4
Beds
5 / 1
Baths
3,497 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.
86.09 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2024
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$682K
$590K low$774K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$165,000 · Sep 6, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,000 (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.$907,810 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$358,480
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$549,330
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$505,650
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$907,810

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.55
59
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
18
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
81
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
88
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
33
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.22 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.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Colonial
CountyFranklin
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.86.09
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Raised (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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.Attached, Finished
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
Edward Best Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.4 mi
M
Terrell Lane Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 7.9 mi
H
Louisburg High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 9.2 mi

District: Franklin County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27816These 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.127
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.82
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.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.6.6%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.3,038
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.47 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$49,123
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$64,891
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

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

970 Fishing Rock 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Castalia 27816
  • Costs more per square foot than 85% of homes in Castalia 27816
  • Among the largest homes in Castalia 27816
  • Among the largest lots in Franklin County
  • Among the newest homes in Castalia 27816

What homes are worth in Castalia 27816

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

This home
$49K$593K

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Castalia 27816.

How it measures up in Castalia 27816

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Castalia 27816.

Estimated value$682,265
CheaperTypical $199,237Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$195
CheaperTypical $120Pricier

Pricier than 85% of homes nearby

Living area3,497 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,566 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size86.09 ac
SmallerTypical 2 acBigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Year built2024
OlderTypical 1986Newer

Newer than almost all homes nearby

How 970 Fishing Rock Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCastalia 27816Franklin County
Estimated valuepricier than$682,265almost all homes95% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19585% of homes55% of homes
Living areabigger than3,497 ft²almost all homes96% of homes
Lot sizebigger than86.09 ac97% of homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than2024almost all homesalmost all homes

About 970 Fishing Rock Rd

How much is 970 Fishing Rock Rd, Castalia, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 970 Fishing Rock Rd, Castalia, NC is $682,265 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $590,102 to $774,428. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 970 Fishing Rock Rd, Castalia, NC last sell?

970 Fishing Rock Rd, Castalia, NC last sold on Sep 6, 2019 for $165,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 970 Fishing Rock Rd, Castalia, NC?

970 Fishing Rock Rd, Castalia, NC has 4 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 3,497 square feet of living space and a 86.09-acre lot.

When was 970 Fishing Rock Rd, Castalia, NC built?

970 Fishing Rock Rd, Castalia, NC was built in 2024, making it 2 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 970 Fishing Rock Rd, Castalia, NC?

970 Fishing Rock Rd, Castalia, NC is assigned to Edward Best Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Terrell Lane Middle School (middle), rated C-; Louisburg High School (high), rated B. All sit in Franklin County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 970 Fishing Rock Rd, Castalia, NC compare to other homes in Castalia 27816?

Among the 983 homes in Castalia 27816, it is worth more than almost all of them ($682,265 against a typical $199,237), its price per square foot is higher than 85% of them ($195 against a typical $120), it is bigger than almost all of them (3,497 ft² against a typical 1,566 ft²), its lot is bigger than 97% of them (86.09 ac against a typical 2 ac) and it is newer than almost all of them (2024 against a typical 1986). Measured against all of Franklin County, it is worth more than 95% 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 970 Fishing Rock Rd, Castalia, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 970 Fishing Rock Rd, Castalia, NC was $4,000. The county assessed it at $907,810.

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