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$973,229$189 / 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 84How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

103 MCDOWELL RD

MILLS RIVER, NC 28759
3.5
Baths
5,146 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.
39.62 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2021
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$973K
$817K low$1.1M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,836 (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.$1,994,200 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$487,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$1,506,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,994,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,994,200

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.71
100
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
33
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
78
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
97
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
51
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.197 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.1 percent flood zone

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.Contemporary
CountyHENDERSON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.39.62
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
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.Mixed
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 339 ft²Patio · 88 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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
Glenn C Marlow Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.1 mi
H
West Henderson High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.1 mi
M
Rugby Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.5 mi

District: Henderson County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28759These 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.60
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.99
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.103

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.7,000
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.288 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$90,138
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$105,537
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.53 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

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How this home compares

103 Mcdowell Rd 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 more than 94% of homes in Henderson County
  • Costs less per square foot than 87% of homes in Mills River 28759
  • Among the largest homes in Mills River 28759
  • Among the largest lots in Mills River 28759
  • Newer than 94% of homes in Henderson County

What homes are worth in Mills River 28759

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

This home
$195K$1.5M

This home is worth more than 87% of homes in Mills River 28759.

How it measures up in Mills River 28759

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Mills River 28759.

Estimated value$973,229
CheaperTypical $526,125Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$189
CheaperTypical $265Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Living area5,146 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,893 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size39.62 ac
SmallerTypical 0.89 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built2021
OlderTypical 1997Newer

Newer than 90% of homes nearby

How 103 Mcdowell Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMills River 28759Henderson County
Estimated valuepricier than$973,22987% of homes94% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18913% of homes16% of homes
Living areabigger than5,146 ft²almost all homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than39.62 acalmost all homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than202190% of homes94% of homes

About 103 Mcdowell Rd

How much is 103 Mcdowell Rd, Mills River, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 103 Mcdowell Rd, Mills River, NC is $973,229 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $816,664 to $1,129,794. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 103 Mcdowell Rd, Mills River, NC last sell?

103 Mcdowell Rd, Mills River, NC last sold on May 26, 2023, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 103 Mcdowell Rd, Mills River, NC?

103 Mcdowell Rd, Mills River, NC has 3.5 bathrooms, 5,146 square feet of living space and a 39.62-acre lot.

When was 103 Mcdowell Rd, Mills River, NC built?

103 Mcdowell Rd, Mills River, NC was built in 2021, making it 5 years old. It is a contemporary home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 103 Mcdowell Rd, Mills River, NC?

103 Mcdowell Rd, Mills River, NC is assigned to Glenn C Marlow Elementary School (elementary), rated B; West Henderson High School (high), rated A-; Rugby Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Henderson County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 103 Mcdowell Rd, Mills River, NC compare to other homes in Mills River 28759?

Among the 3,816 homes in Mills River 28759, it is worth more than 87% of them ($973,229 against a typical $526,125), its price per square foot is higher than 13% of them ($189 against a typical $265), it is bigger than almost all of them (5,146 ft² against a typical 1,893 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (39.62 ac against a typical 0.89 ac) and it is newer than 90% of them (2021 against a typical 1997). Measured against all of Henderson County, it is worth more than 94% 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 103 Mcdowell Rd, Mills River, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 103 Mcdowell Rd, Mills River, NC was $6,836. The county assessed it at $1,994,200.

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