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 520 Pratt Rd estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 520 Pratt Rd in Dobson, NC is $136,600 .

What is the price history for 520 Pratt Rd?

520 Pratt Rd in Dobson, NC last sold for $85,000 in September 2022.

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 .

Does 520 Pratt Rd have air conditioning?

Yes, 520 Pratt Rd in Dobson, NC has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 520 Pratt Rd?

The lot at 520 Pratt Rd in Dobson, NC is about 0.82 acres (35,719 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$136,600

Trulia Estimate

1 Bed
1 Bath
949 sqft (on 0.82 acres)

520 Pratt Rd, Dobson, NC 27017

Est. Refi. Payment $838/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Sep 1, 2022 for $85,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$137K

Since last month

$600 (+0.4%)

Since last year

$2K (+1.6%)

Since last sale

$52K (+61.5%)

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 +204% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$137K
July 2026	$137K
June 2026	$135K
May 2026	$133K
April 2026	$131K
March 2026	$127K
February 2026	$127K
January 2026	$126K
2025
December 2025	$130K
November 2025	$131K
October 2025	$135K
September 2025	$135K
August 2025	$135K
July 2025	$136K
June 2025	$138K
May 2025	$136K
April 2025	$134K
March 2025	$133K
February 2025	$132K
January 2025	$130K
2024
December 2024	$133K
November 2024	$134K
October 2024	$132K
September 2024	$131K
August 2024	$132K
July 2024	$132K
June 2024	$132K
May 2024	$133K
April 2024	$118K
March 2024	$108K
February 2024	$92K
January 2024	$94K
2023
December 2023	$94K
November 2023	$93K
October 2023	$93K
September 2023	$91K
August 2023	$92K
July 2023	$89K
June 2023	$88K
May 2023	$88K
April 2023	$87K
March 2023	$87K
February 2023	$88K
January 2023	$88K
2022
December 2022	$87K
November 2022	$87K
October 2022	$87K
September 2022	$86K
August 2022	$81K
July 2022	$84K
June 2022	$84K
May 2022	$83K
April 2022	$81K
March 2022	$80K
February 2022	$75K
January 2022	$74K
2021
December 2021	$75K
November 2021	$76K
October 2021	$76K
September 2021	$76K
August 2021	$76K
July 2021	$77K
June 2021	$68K
May 2021	$57K
April 2021	$56K
March 2021	$53K
February 2021	$51K
January 2021	$51K
2020
December 2020	$50K
November 2020	$49K
October 2020	$49K
September 2020	$49K
August 2020	$50K
July 2020	$50K
June 2020	$49K
May 2020	$50K
April 2020	$49K
March 2020	$49K
February 2020	$49K
January 2020	$54K
2019
December 2019	$54K
November 2019	$55K
October 2019	$55K
September 2019	$57K
August 2019	$55K
July 2019	$55K
June 2019	$52K
May 2019	$54K
April 2019	$54K
March 2019	$54K
February 2019	$54K
January 2019	$53K
2018
December 2018	$53K
November 2018	$53K
October 2018	$52K
September 2018	$51K
August 2018	$51K
July 2018	$50K
June 2018	$54K
May 2018	$54K
April 2018	$55K
March 2018	$58K
February 2018	$52K
January 2018	$53K
2017
December 2017	$47K
November 2017	$49K
October 2017	$46K
September 2017	$42K
August 2017	$43K
July 2017	$41K
June 2017	$40K
May 2017	$40K
April 2017	$40K
March 2017	$40K
February 2017	$43K
January 2017	$42K
2016
December 2016	$45K
November 2016	$43K
October 2016	$42K
September 2016	$43K
August 2016	$45K

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
166 Coe Rd, Ararat, NC	1.27	Single-Family Home	$223,000	12/12/25	3	1	1,068
6248 State Highway 268, Dobson, NC	2.13	Single-Family Home	$60,000	12/11/25	1	1	889
2724 Simpson Mill Rd, Mount Airy, NC	1.24	Single-Family Home	$175,000	02/17/26	2	-	1,096
101 Coconut Trl, Dobson, NC	2.14	Single-Family Home	$60,000	12/11/25	2	1	1,558
4640 State Highway 268, Dobson, NC	1.73	Single-Family Home	$222,500	11/13/25	3	2	1,390
777 Copeland School Rd, Dobson, NC	1.48	Single-Family Home	$330,000	11/10/25	2	1	2,280
777 Copeland School Rd, Dobson, NC	1.45	Single-Family Home	$330,000	11/07/25	2	2	3,032
1320 Pratt Rd, Ararat, NC	1.53	Single-Family Home	$350,000	01/06/26	3	2	2,050
1036 Copeland School Rd, Dobson, NC	1.88	Single-Family Home	$228,000	09/25/25	4	1.5	1,710
1261 Turkey Ford Rd, Mount Airy, NC	2.65	Single-Family Home	$306,000	02/02/26	3	1	1,529

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
337 Bunker Meacham Trl, Dobson, NC 27017	0.13	-	-	-	-	Off Market
448 Pratt Rd, Dobson, NC 27017	0.15	$223,800	3	2	1,510	Off Market
432 Pratt Rd, Dobson, NC 27017	0.17	$224,900	3	2	1,493	For Sale
Venable Rd, Pilot Mountain, NC 27041	0.28	-	-	-	-	Off Market
219 Palamino Trl, Dobson, NC 27017	0.28	$298,300	-	-	-	Off Market
3442 Siloam Rd, Ararat, NC 27007	0.36	$343,600	3	2	1,718	Off Market
306 Pratt Rd, Dobson, NC 27017	0.42	$341,500	3	3	2,368	Off Market
Venable Rd, Dobson, NC 27017	0.53	-	-	-	-	Off Market
460 Greene Rd, Dobson, NC 27017	0.70	$750,000	-	-	-	For Sale
915 Pratt Rd, Ararat, NC 27007	0.77	$266,600	3	2.5	1,712	Off Market
330 Tom Jones Rd, Ararat, NC 27007	0.99	$285,200	2	2	1,600	Off Market
Address Not Disclosed, Ararat, NC 27007	0.99	$237,100	-	-	-	Off Market

Local Information

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Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type

Single-Family Home

Year Built

1940

Lot Size

0.82 acres

Living Area

949 sqft

Price/Sqft

$144

About this House

This single-family home is located at 520 Pratt Rd, Dobson, NC. 520 Pratt Rd is in Dobson, NC and in ZIP code 27017. This property has 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom and approximately 949 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 0.82 acres and was built in 1940.

520 Pratt Rd, Dobson, NC 27017 is a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 949 sqft single-family home built in 1940. It last sold for $85,000 on Sep 1, 2022. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $136,600, with a rent estimate of $1,070/month.

Home Details for 520 Pratt Rd

Interior Features
Heating & Cooling Heating: Heat PumpAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Heat Pump
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Floors: Carpet, Linoleum Vinyl
Interior Details Additional StorageStorage

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: CompositionExterior: OtherFoundation Type: Footing
Parking & Garage Parking: Carport

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1940
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family Home

Lot Information
Lot Area: 0.82 acres

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Sep 1, 2022 Source: N/A	Sold	$85,000
Mar 7, 2008 Source: N/A	Sold	$39,500
Mar 17, 2006 Source: Triad MLS #W381828	Sold	$42,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$377	$81,300

Additional Cost

Market trends in Dobson

Last updated July 2026

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Available listings

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Around this home

Copeland Elementary School
PK-5
Public
252 Students
Surry County School District
7/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
great school , gradkids goes there ,my oldest went there n now shes in high school.. still talks about going there
Parent Review
15y ago
3 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 520 Pratt Rd

What is 520 Pratt Rd estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 520 Pratt Rd in Dobson, NC is $136,600.
What is the price history for 520 Pratt Rd?
520 Pratt Rd in Dobson, NC last sold for $85,000 in September 2022.
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.
Does 520 Pratt Rd have air conditioning?
Yes, 520 Pratt Rd in Dobson, NC has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 520 Pratt Rd?
The lot at 520 Pratt Rd in Dobson, NC is about 0.82 acres (35,719 sq ft).