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$153,176$137 / 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 65How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $50,000 on Jun 11, 2012

102 3RD ST SW

CATAWBA, NC 28609
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,120 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.
0.76 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1961
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$153K
$100K low$206K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$50,000 · Jun 11, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$727 (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.$182,500 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$11,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$171,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$182,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$182,500

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.43
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
13
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
83
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
88
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
33
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyCATAWBA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.76
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.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

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Catawba Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.4 mi
M
River Bend Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 3.8 mi
H
Bunker Hill High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.0 mi

District: Catawba County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28609These 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.115
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.67

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.89%
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.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.7,063
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.151 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$69,837
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$81,323
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°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.60%

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How this home compares

102 3rd St Sw 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 less than 77% of homes in Catawba County
  • Costs less per square foot than 73% of homes in Catawba County
  • Smaller than 84% of homes in Catawba 28609
  • Has a smaller lot than 65% of homes in Catawba 28609
  • Older than 75% of homes in Catawba 28609

What homes are worth in Catawba 28609

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

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$40K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 25% of homes in Catawba 28609.

How it measures up in Catawba 28609

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Catawba 28609.

Estimated value$153,176
CheaperTypical $263,479Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$137
CheaperTypical $172Pricier

Pricier than 28% of homes nearby

Living area1,120 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,620 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 16% of homes nearby

Lot size0.76 ac
SmallerTypical 1.05 acBigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Year built1961
OlderTypical 1991Newer

Newer than 25% of homes nearby

How 102 3rd St Sw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCatawba 28609Catawba County
Estimated valuepricier than$153,17625% of homes23% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13728% of homes27% of homes
Living areabigger than1,120 ft²16% of homes17% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.76 ac35% of homes64% of homes
Year builtnewer than196125% of homes28% of homes

About 102 3rd St Sw

How much is 102 3rd St Sw, Catawba, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 102 3rd St Sw, Catawba, NC is $153,176 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $99,913 to $206,439. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 102 3rd St Sw, Catawba, NC last sell?

102 3rd St Sw, Catawba, NC last sold on Jun 11, 2012 for $50,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 102 3rd St Sw, Catawba, NC?

102 3rd St Sw, Catawba, NC has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,120 square feet of living space and a 0.76-acre lot.

When was 102 3rd St Sw, Catawba, NC built?

102 3rd St Sw, Catawba, NC was built in 1961, making it 65 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 102 3rd St Sw, Catawba, NC?

102 3rd St Sw, Catawba, NC is assigned to Catawba Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; River Bend Middle School (middle), rated C; Bunker Hill High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Catawba County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 102 3rd St Sw, Catawba, NC compare to other homes in Catawba 28609?

Among the 3,317 homes in Catawba 28609, it is worth more than 25% of them ($153,176 against a typical $263,479), its price per square foot is higher than 28% of them ($137 against a typical $172), it is bigger than 16% of them (1,120 ft² against a typical 1,620 ft²), its lot is bigger than 35% of them (0.76 ac against a typical 1.05 ac) and it is newer than 25% of them (1961 against a typical 1991). Measured against all of Catawba County, it is worth more than 23% 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 102 3rd St Sw, Catawba, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 102 3rd St Sw, Catawba, NC was $727. The county assessed it at $182,500.

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