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$567,922$223 / 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 85How 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
Last sold for $60,000 on Feb 24, 2011

1161 RICH MOUNTAIN RD

ZIONVILLE, NC 28698
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,550 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.
3 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2013
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$568K
$482K low$654K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$60,000 · Feb 24, 2011

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,977 (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.$506,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$44,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$461,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$506,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$506,100

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
CountyWATAUGA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.3.00
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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.Garage, Basement
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 400 ft²Porch · 300 ft²

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

E
Mabel SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 1.6 mi
H
Watauga High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 9.4 mi

District: Watauga County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28698These 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.84
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.97
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.104

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.79%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,730
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.69 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$48,833
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$68,978
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.54 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

1161 Rich Mountain 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 86% of homes in Zionville 28698
  • Costs less per square foot than 80% of homes in Watauga County
  • Bigger than 91% of homes in Zionville 28698
  • Has a bigger lot than 83% of homes in Watauga County
  • Newer than 94% of homes in Zionville 28698

What homes are worth in Zionville 28698

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

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$93K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 86% of homes in Zionville 28698.

How it measures up in Zionville 28698

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Zionville 28698.

Estimated value$567,922
CheaperTypical $320,219Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$223
CheaperTypical $213Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Living area2,550 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,500 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Lot size3 ac
SmallerTypical 1.45 acBigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Year built2013
OlderTypical 1988Newer

Newer than 94% of homes nearby

How 1161 Rich Mountain Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeZionville 28698Watauga County
Estimated valuepricier than$567,92286% of homes56% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22355% of homes20% of homes
Living areabigger than2,550 ft²91% of homes79% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3 ac67% of homes83% of homes
Year builtnewer than201394% of homes93% of homes

About 1161 Rich Mountain Rd

How much is 1161 Rich Mountain Rd, Zionville, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1161 Rich Mountain Rd, Zionville, NC is $567,922 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $481,564 to $654,280. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1161 Rich Mountain Rd, Zionville, NC last sell?

1161 Rich Mountain Rd, Zionville, NC last sold on Feb 24, 2011 for $60,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1161 Rich Mountain Rd, Zionville, NC?

1161 Rich Mountain Rd, Zionville, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,550 square feet of living space and a 3.00-acre lot.

When was 1161 Rich Mountain Rd, Zionville, NC built?

1161 Rich Mountain Rd, Zionville, NC was built in 2013, making it 13 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1161 Rich Mountain Rd, Zionville, NC?

1161 Rich Mountain Rd, Zionville, NC is assigned to Mabel School (elementary), rated A-; Watauga High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Watauga County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1161 Rich Mountain Rd, Zionville, NC compare to other homes in Zionville 28698?

Among the 1,145 homes in Zionville 28698, it is worth more than 86% of them ($567,922 against a typical $320,219), its price per square foot is higher than 55% of them ($223 against a typical $213), it is bigger than 91% of them (2,550 ft² against a typical 1,500 ft²), its lot is bigger than 67% of them (3 ac against a typical 1.45 ac) and it is newer than 94% of them (2013 against a typical 1988). Measured against all of Watauga County, it is worth more than 56% 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 1161 Rich Mountain Rd, Zionville, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1161 Rich Mountain Rd, Zionville, NC was $1,977. The county assessed it at $506,100.

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