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$439,267$361 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $375,000 on Oct 16, 2023

985 ETHEL LN

HAVELOCK, NC 28532
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,216 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.
0.58 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1985
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$439K
$380K low$499K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$375,000 · Oct 16, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,332 (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.$252,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$121,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$131,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$252,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$252,500

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.60
100
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
31
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
86
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
79
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
6
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.82 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.100%
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.0.58
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Pile
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
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
Roger Bell New Tech AcademyB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 7.0 mi
H
Havelock High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.7 mi
M
Havelock Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 8.0 mi

District: Craven County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28532These 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.84
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.33

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.87%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
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.20,199
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.111 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$63,172
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$75,125
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.63°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.57 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

985 Ethel Ln 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 95% of homes in Havelock 28532
  • Costs more per square foot than 96% of homes in Havelock 28532
  • Smaller than 67% of homes in Craven County
  • Has a bigger lot than 74% of homes in Havelock 28532

What homes are worth in Havelock 28532

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

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$118K$544K

This home is worth more than 95% of homes in Havelock 28532.

How it measures up in Havelock 28532

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Havelock 28532.

Estimated value$439,267
CheaperTypical $241,116Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$361
CheaperTypical $183Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Living area1,216 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,321 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Lot size0.58 ac
SmallerTypical 0.39 acBigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Year built1985
OlderTypical 1986Newer

Newer than 49% of homes nearby

How 985 Ethel Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHavelock 28532Craven County
Estimated valuepricier than$439,26795% of homes85% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$36196% of homes93% of homes
Living areabigger than1,216 ft²41% of homes33% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.58 ac74% of homes67% of homes
Year builtnewer than198549% of homes43% of homes

About 985 Ethel Ln

How much is 985 Ethel Ln, Havelock, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 985 Ethel Ln, Havelock, NC is $439,267 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $379,678 to $498,856. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 985 Ethel Ln, Havelock, NC last sell?

985 Ethel Ln, Havelock, NC last sold on Oct 16, 2023 for $375,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 985 Ethel Ln, Havelock, NC?

985 Ethel Ln, Havelock, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,216 square feet of living space and a 0.58-acre lot.

When was 985 Ethel Ln, Havelock, NC built?

985 Ethel Ln, Havelock, NC was built in 1985, making it 41 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 985 Ethel Ln, Havelock, NC?

985 Ethel Ln, Havelock, NC is assigned to Roger Bell New Tech Academy (elementary), rated B; Havelock High School (high), rated C-; Havelock 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 985 Ethel Ln, Havelock, NC compare to other homes in Havelock 28532?

Among the 6,785 homes in Havelock 28532, it is worth more than 95% of them ($439,267 against a typical $241,116), its price per square foot is higher than 96% of them ($361 against a typical $183), it is bigger than 41% of them (1,216 ft² against a typical 1,321 ft²), its lot is bigger than 74% of them (0.58 ac against a typical 0.39 ac) and it is newer than 49% of them (1985 against a typical 1986). Measured against all of Craven County, it is worth more than 85% 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 985 Ethel Ln, Havelock, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 985 Ethel Ln, Havelock, NC was $1,332. The county assessed it at $252,500.

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