Is parking easy in Dobson, NC?

As of early 2026, 86% of users say parking is easy

Is a car needed in Dobson, NC?

As of early 2026, 80% of users say car is needed

Are yards well-kept in Dobson, NC?

As of early 2026, 70% of users say yards are well-kept

Are the streets well-lit in Dobson, NC?

As of early 2026, 64% of users say streets are well-lit

Would people walk alone at night in Dobson, NC?

As of early 2026, 63% of users say people would walk alone at night

Are neighbors friendly in Dobson, NC?

As of early 2026, 61% of users say neighbors are friendly

Is Dobson, NC walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 60% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

As of early 2026, 58% of users say it's quiet

Is there wildlife in Dobson, NC?

As of early 2026, 56% of users say there's wildlife

Does Dobson, NC show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 54% of users say there's holiday spirit

Do kids play outside in Dobson, NC?

As of early 2026, 44% of users say kids play outside

Is Dobson, NC walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 40% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Does Dobson, NC have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 40% of users say there are sidewalks

Do residents of Dobson, NC plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 38% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Are there community events in Dobson, NC?

As of early 2026, 25% of users say there are community events

Is Dobson, NC dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 25% of users say it's dog friendly

What is 199 John Watson Ln estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 199 John Watson Ln in Dobson, NC is $545,900 .

Is Dobson a buyer's or seller's market?

Dobson is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.

What do residents say about Dobson?

Residents describe Dobson, NC as easy to park in, well-kept, and neighborly. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Dobson, NC .

What are the closest schools to 199 John Watson Ln?

The closest schools to 199 John Watson Ln in Dobson, NC are Central Middle School (rated 6/10), Dobson Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 7/10), Surry Central High School (rated 4/10).

How big is the lot at 199 John Watson Ln?

The lot at 199 John Watson Ln in Dobson, NC is about 117.1 acres .

OFF MARKET

$545,900

Trulia Estimate

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,142 sqft (on 117.05 acres)

199 John Watson Ln, Dobson, NC 27017

Est. Refi. Payment $3,173/mo*

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Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$546K

Since last month

$8K (+1.4%)

Since last year

$33K (+6.3%)

Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +397% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$550K
August 2026	$546K
July 2026	$542K
June 2026	$514K
April 2026	$534K
March 2026	$557K
February 2026	$517K
2022
September 2022	$279K
August 2022	$283K
July 2022	$315K
May 2022	$341K
April 2022	$321K
March 2022	$280K
2021
May 2021	$257K
April 2021	$274K
March 2021	$272K
January 2021	$295K
2020
December 2020	$278K
November 2020	$282K
October 2020	$310K
September 2020	$309K
August 2020	$324K
July 2020	$331K
June 2020	$335K
May 2020	$338K
April 2020	$339K
March 2020	$332K
February 2020	$323K
January 2020	$320K
2019
December 2019	$318K
November 2019	$318K
October 2019	$313K
September 2019	$295K
August 2019	$287K
July 2019	$215K
June 2019	$219K
May 2019	$241K
April 2019	$203K
March 2019	$173K
February 2019	$171K
January 2019	$173K
2018
December 2018	$200K
November 2018	$244K
October 2018	$235K
September 2018	$214K
August 2018	$237K
July 2018	$226K
June 2018	$183K
May 2018	$173K
April 2018	$190K
March 2018	$166K
February 2018	$179K
January 2018	$177K
2017
December 2017	$192K
November 2017	$192K
October 2017	$202K
September 2017	$191K
August 2017	$191K
July 2017	$185K
June 2017	$177K
May 2017	$186K
April 2017	$184K
March 2017	$164K
February 2017	$184K
January 2017	$183K
2016
December 2016	$146K
November 2016	$112K
October 2016	$106K
September 2016	$111K

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.

Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
397 Prison Camp Rd, Dobson, NC	0.81	Single-Family Home	$175,000	04/20/26	3	1.5	1,450
205 Prison Camp Rd, Dobson, NC	1.20	Single-Family Home	$215,000	10/31/25	3	2	1,291
615 White Dirt Rd, Dobson, NC	1.12	Single-Family Home	$250,000	02/27/26	3	2	3,370
201 Sexton Rd, Mount Airy, NC	1.73	Single-Family Home	$230,000	11/25/25	2	2	1,662
1783 Prison Camp Rd, Dobson, NC	1.76	Single-Family Home	$283,000	12/19/25	3	2	1,487
2069 Prison Camp Rd, Dobson, NC	2.28	Single-Family Home	$59,500	04/29/26	2	1	1,318
3959 Red Brush Rd, Mount Airy, NC	2.47	Single-Family Home	$150,000	12/18/25	3	1	1,189
252 Saddle Crest Ln, Mount Airy, NC	2.36	Single-Family Home	$150,000	01/16/26	3	2	2,542
3986 Red Brush Rd, Mount Airy, NC	2.39	Single-Family Home	$125,500	04/16/26	3	2	2,079
4111 Red Brush Rd, Mount Airy, NC	2.75	Single-Family Home	$400,000	12/03/25	3	2	2,766

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.

Address	Distance	Price	Bed	Bath	Sqft	Status
Xx Prison Camp Rd, Dobson, NC 27017	0.51	-	-	-	-	Off Market
540 Prison Camp Rd, Dobson, NC 27017	0.55	$240,400	3	2	1,828	Off Market
Prison Camp Rd, Dobson, NC 27017	0.77	-	-	-	-	Off Market
Jacob St, Dobson, NC 27017	0.82	-	-	-	-	Off Market
397 Prison Camp Rd, Dobson, NC 27017	0.81	$175,000	3	1.5	1,450	Recently Sold
205 Prison Camp Rd, Dobson, NC 27017	1.20	$227,100	3	2	1,291	Off Market
2207 Haystack Rd, Mount Airy, NC 27030	1.33	$107,000	2	1	572	Off Market
Tobe Hudson Rd, Dobson, NC 27017	1.40	-	-	-	-	Off Market
512 Potts Rd, Mount Airy, NC 27030	1.56	-	4	1	1,025	Off Market

Local Information

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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1960

117.05 acre lot

1,142 sqft

$478/sqft

About this House

This single-family home is located at 199 John Watson Ln, Dobson, NC. 199 John Watson Ln is in Dobson, NC and in ZIP code 27017. This property has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and approximately 1,142 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 117.05 acres and was built in 1960.

199 John Watson Ln, Dobson, NC 27017 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,142 sqft single-family home built in 1960. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $545,900, with a rent estimate of $1,410/month.

Home Details for 199 John Watson Ln

Interior Features
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Floors: Linoleum Vinyl
Interior Details Additional StorageStorage
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: Shake ShingleExterior: Cement ConcreteFoundation Type: Footing

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1960
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family Home

Lot Information
Lot Area: 117.05 acres

Price and Tax history

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$1,059	$393,090

Home facts updated by county records

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Market trends in Dobson

Last updated July 2026

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Around this home

Dobson Elementary School
PK-5
Public
335 Students
Surry County School District
7/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
N/A
Parent Review
16y ago
1 Reviews

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What Locals Say about Dobson

At least 7 Trulia users voted on each feature.

86 % Say parking is easy
80 % Say car is needed
70 % Say yards are well-kept
64 % Say streets are well-lit
63 % Say people would walk alone at night
61 % Say neighbors are friendly
60 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
58 % Say it's quiet
56 % Say there's wildlife
54 % Say there's holiday spirit
44 % Say kids play outside
40 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
40 % Say there are sidewalks
38 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
25 % Say there are community events
25 % Say it's dog friendly

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

David
Resident
11mo ago
"It’s a very inhospitable place. People are not friendly and you will feel like an outsider. The town is quite boring. If you’re looking for a quiet place to retire, I guess this would be an okay town. "
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kat_luvr2003
13y ago
"I live here! The park is close, They have free fireworks ,and concerts,play areas,fishing,baseball,basketball,and many more "
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Frequently asked questions about 199 John Watson Ln

What is 199 John Watson Ln estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 199 John Watson Ln in Dobson, NC is $545,900.
Is Dobson a buyer's or seller's market?
Dobson is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
What do residents say about Dobson?
Residents describe Dobson, NC as easy to park in, well-kept, and neighborly. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Dobson, NC.
What are the closest schools to 199 John Watson Ln?
The closest schools to 199 John Watson Ln in Dobson, NC are Central Middle School (rated 6/10), Dobson Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 7/10), Surry Central High School (rated 4/10).
How big is the lot at 199 John Watson Ln?
The lot at 199 John Watson Ln in Dobson, NC is about 117.1 acres.