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

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 492 John Davis Rd?

The closest schools to 492 John Davis Rd in Dobson, NC are Central Middle School (rated 6/10), Rockford Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 8/10), Surry Central High School (rated 4/10).

Does 492 John Davis Rd have air conditioning?

Yes, 492 John Davis Rd in Dobson, NC has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 492 John Davis Rd?

The lot at 492 John Davis Rd in Dobson, NC is about 0.71 acres (30,927 sq ft).

Does 492 John Davis Rd have parking?

Yes, 492 John Davis Rd in Dobson, NC has on-site parking.

OFF MARKET

$47,980

Tax assessed value

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,544 sqft (on 0.71 acres)

492 John Davis Rd, Dobson, NC 27017

Home Value

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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
245 Turkey Ford Rd, Dobson, NC	2.44	Mobile / Manufactured	$700,000	04/22/26	4	3	4,487
330 Simpson Rd, Mount Airy, NC	3.81	Mobile / Manufactured	$30,000	02/20/26	3	2	1,628
219 Bray Ford Rd, Dobson, NC	3.23	Mobile / Manufactured	$5,000	01/20/26	2	1	834
129 Seabrook Rd, Mount Airy, NC	3.51	Mobile / Manufactured	$150,000	02/13/26	4	2	1,313
2022 Turkey Ford Rd, Dobson, NC	3.71	Mobile / Manufactured	$189,000	06/24/26	3	2	1,323
2022 Turkey Ford Rd, Mount Airy, NC	3.70	Mobile / Manufactured	$188,750	06/23/26	3	2	1,260
436 Oscar Hill Rd, Dobson, NC	3.78	Mobile / Manufactured	$20,000	08/12/26	3	1	1,560
395 Piney Grove Church Rd, Mount Airy, NC	4.19	Mobile / Manufactured	$120,000	09/11/25	2	3	1,332
304 Maplebrook Dr, Elkin, NC	4.84	Mobile / Manufactured	$175,000	11/25/25	3	2	1,686
1040 Buck Fork Rd, Dobson, NC	4.41	Mobile / Manufactured	$25,000	07/10/26	3	2	2,236

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
419 Reece Rd, Dobson, NC 27017	0.46	$256,000	3	2	1,386	Recently Sold
157 Snow Hill Dr, Dobson, NC 27017	0.58	$212,900	2	2	1,000	Off Market
147 Snow Hill Dr, Dobson, NC 27017	0.59	$219,000	3	1	1,000	For Sale
212 Snow Hill Dr, Dobson, NC 27017	0.61	$238,400	3	2	1,140	Off Market
107 Snow Hill Dr, Dobson, NC 27017	0.62	$211,100	3	1.5	1,100	Off Market
158 Snow Hill Dr, Dobson, NC 27017	0.63	$209,700	3	1	1,300	Off Market
1055 Hamlin Ford Rd, Dobson, NC 27017	0.88	$273,700	3	2	1,778	Off Market
7513 US Highway 601, Dobson, NC 27017	0.90	$300,900	3	1	1,239	Off Market
909 Rockford Rd, Dobson, NC 27017	0.92	$307,600	3	2	1,793	Off Market
1002 Hamlin Ford Rd, Dobson, NC 27017	0.97	$207,700	3	2	1,919	Off Market
Vista Ln, Dobson, NC 27017	1.09	-	-	-	-	Off Market
165 Snowberry Ln, Dobson, NC 27017	1.08	$302,500	3	1	1,300	Off Market

Local Information

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Home Highlights

Property Type

Mobile/Manufactured

Year Built

1984

Lot Size

0.71 acres

Living Area

1,544 sqft

About this House

This mobile / manufactured is located at 492 John Davis Rd, Dobson, NC. 492 John Davis Rd is in Dobson, NC and in ZIP code 27017. This property has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and approximately 1,544 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 0.71 acres and was built in 1984.

492 John Davis Rd, Dobson, NC 27017 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,544 sqft mobile/manufactured built in 1984. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate rent is $1,155/month.

Home Details for 492 John Davis Rd

Interior Features
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Floors: Carpet, Linoleum Vinyl
Heating & Cooling Air ConditioningCooling System: Central

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: Shake ShingleExterior: OtherFoundation Type: Piers
Parking & Garage Parking: Carport

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1984
Property Type / Style Property Type: Mobile Manufactured

Lot Information
Lot Area: 0.71 acres

Price and Tax history

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$335	$47,980

Home facts updated by county records

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Rockford Elementary School
PK-5
Public
305 Students
Surry County School District
8/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
Fantastic in all areas. Great teachers and staff.
Other Review
9y 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
10mo 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 492 John Davis Rd

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 492 John Davis Rd?
The closest schools to 492 John Davis Rd in Dobson, NC are Central Middle School (rated 6/10), Rockford Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 8/10), Surry Central High School (rated 4/10).
Does 492 John Davis Rd have air conditioning?
Yes, 492 John Davis Rd in Dobson, NC has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 492 John Davis Rd?
The lot at 492 John Davis Rd in Dobson, NC is about 0.71 acres (30,927 sq ft).
Does 492 John Davis Rd have parking?
Yes, 492 John Davis Rd in Dobson, NC has on-site parking.