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$600,843$195 / 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 86How 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 $295,000 on Oct 4, 2018

120 RIVER RD

PENROSE, NC 28766
4
Beds
3
Baths
3,076 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.
1.05 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1985
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$601K
$516K low$686K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$295,000 · Oct 4, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,938 (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.$403,420 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$60,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$343,420
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$294,070
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$403,420

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.28 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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
CountyTransylvania
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1995
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Footing
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Wood Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Neighborhood · ZIP 28766These 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.122
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 100.106

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.87%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.939
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.162 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$63,615
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$75,470
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.66 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

120 River 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 87% of homes in Penrose 28766
  • Costs less per square foot than 81% of homes in Transylvania County
  • Bigger than 96% of homes in Penrose 28766

What homes are worth in Penrose 28766

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

This home
$135K$827K

This home is worth more than 87% of homes in Penrose 28766.

How it measures up in Penrose 28766

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Penrose 28766.

Estimated value$600,843
CheaperTypical $391,650Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$195
CheaperTypical $242Pricier

Pricier than 22% of homes nearby

Living area3,076 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,596 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 96% of homes nearby

Lot size1.05 ac
SmallerTypical 1.4 acBigger

Bigger than 40% of homes nearby

Year built1985
OlderTypical 1994Newer

Newer than 42% of homes nearby

How 120 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePenrose 28766Transylvania County
Estimated valuepricier than$600,84387% of homes69% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19522% of homes19% of homes
Living areabigger than3,076 ft²96% of homes90% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.05 ac40% of homes56% of homes
Year builtnewer than198542% of homes53% of homes

About 120 River Rd

How much is 120 River Rd, Penrose, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 120 River Rd, Penrose, NC is $600,843 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $515,762 to $685,924. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 120 River Rd, Penrose, NC last sell?

120 River Rd, Penrose, NC last sold on Oct 4, 2018 for $295,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 120 River Rd, Penrose, NC?

120 River Rd, Penrose, NC has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and 3,076 square feet of living space.

When was 120 River Rd, Penrose, NC built?

120 River Rd, Penrose, NC was built in 1985, making it 41 years old.

How does 120 River Rd, Penrose, NC compare to other homes in Penrose 28766?

Among the 739 homes in Penrose 28766, it is worth more than 87% of them ($600,843 against a typical $391,650), its price per square foot is higher than 22% of them ($195 against a typical $242), it is bigger than 96% of them (3,076 ft² against a typical 1,596 ft²), its lot is bigger than 40% of them (1.05 ac against a typical 1.4 ac) and it is newer than 42% of them (1985 against a typical 1994). Measured against all of Transylvania County, it is worth more than 69% 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 120 River Rd, Penrose, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 120 River Rd, Penrose, NC was $1,938. The county assessed it at $403,420.

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