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$37,871
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 62How 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

170 HOWARD ST

ROCKWELL, NC 28138
0
Baths
0.99 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1984
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$38K
$23K low$52K high
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.$37,871
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$30,297

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$206 (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.$30,740 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$28,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$2,140
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$30,740
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$30,740

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.7
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
10
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
25
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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
CountyRowan
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.99
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck

Transaction History(3)

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
Rockwell Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.6 mi
H
East Rowan High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.1 mi
M
Erwin Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.2 mi

District: Rowan-Salisbury Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28138These 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.100
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.81
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.62

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.11,756
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.269 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$63,894
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$84,413
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.61%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.Yes

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

170 Howard St 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 least valuable homes in Rowan County

What homes are worth in Rockwell 28138

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

This home
$37K$811K

This home is worth more than 2% of homes in Rockwell 28138.

How it measures up in Rockwell 28138

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rockwell 28138.

Estimated value$37,871
CheaperTypical $256,008Pricier

Pricier than 2% of homes nearby

Lot size0.99 ac
SmallerTypical 1.06 acBigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Year built1984
OlderTypical 1990Newer

Newer than 40% of homes nearby

How 170 Howard St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRockwell 28138Rowan County
Estimated valuepricier than$37,8712% of homesalmost no homes
Lot sizebigger than0.99 ac44% of homes63% of homes
Year builtnewer than198440% of homes52% of homes

About 170 Howard St

How much is 170 Howard St, Rockwell, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 170 Howard St, Rockwell, NC is $37,871 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $23,351 to $52,391. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 170 Howard St, Rockwell, NC last sell?

170 Howard St, Rockwell, NC last sold on May 21, 2025, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

When was 170 Howard St, Rockwell, NC built?

170 Howard St, Rockwell, NC was built in 1984, making it 42 years old.

What schools serve 170 Howard St, Rockwell, NC?

170 Howard St, Rockwell, NC is assigned to Rockwell Elementary School (elementary), rated C; East Rowan High School (high), rated C; Erwin Middle School (middle), rated D-. All sit in Rowan-Salisbury Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 170 Howard St, Rockwell, NC compare to other homes in Rockwell 28138?

Among the 4,205 homes in Rockwell 28138, it is worth more than 2% of them ($37,871 against a typical $256,008), its lot is bigger than 44% of them (0.99 ac against a typical 1.06 ac) and it is newer than 40% of them (1984 against a typical 1990). Measured against all of Rowan County, it is worth more than almost no 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 170 Howard St, Rockwell, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 170 Howard St, Rockwell, NC was $206. The county assessed it at $30,740.

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