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$256,387$178 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $21,000 on Apr 1, 1980

1281 MCDOWELL CIR

CONOVER, NC 28613
3
Beds
3
Baths
1,443 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.
0.97 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1971
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$256K
$218K low$295K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$21,000 · Apr 1, 1980

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$841 (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.$211,100 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$17,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$193,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$211,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$211,100

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.64
62
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
23
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.
89
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
63
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.27 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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.Split Level
CountyCATAWBA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.97
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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.Carport (Unspecified)
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.Patio · 220 ft²Porch · 220 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
Catawba Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 5.0 mi
M
River Bend Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 6.1 mi
H
Bunker Hill High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.1 mi

District: Catawba County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28613These 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.99
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.75

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.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.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.25,036
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.578 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$56,536
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$75,916
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 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

1281 Mcdowell Cir 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.

  • Has a bigger lot than 79% of homes in Conover 28613
  • Older than 67% of homes in Conover 28613

What homes are worth in Conover 28613

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

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$42K$793K

This home is worth more than 55% of homes in Conover 28613.

How it measures up in Conover 28613

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Conover 28613.

Estimated value$256,387
CheaperTypical $241,055Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$178
CheaperTypical $175Pricier

Pricier than 52% of homes nearby

Living area1,443 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,450 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Lot size0.97 ac
SmallerTypical 0.48 acBigger

Bigger than 79% of homes nearby

Year built1971
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 33% of homes nearby

How 1281 Mcdowell Cir ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeConover 28613Catawba County
Estimated valuepricier than$256,38755% of homes51% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17852% of homes53% of homes
Living areabigger than1,443 ft²50% of homes42% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.97 ac79% of homes72% of homes
Year builtnewer than197133% of homes39% of homes

About 1281 Mcdowell Cir

How much is 1281 Mcdowell Cir, Conover, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1281 Mcdowell Cir, Conover, NC is $256,387 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $218,204 to $294,570. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1281 Mcdowell Cir, Conover, NC last sell?

1281 Mcdowell Cir, Conover, NC last sold on Apr 1, 1980 for $21,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1281 Mcdowell Cir, Conover, NC?

1281 Mcdowell Cir, Conover, NC has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,443 square feet of living space and a 0.97-acre lot.

When was 1281 Mcdowell Cir, Conover, NC built?

1281 Mcdowell Cir, Conover, NC was built in 1971, making it 55 years old. It is a split level home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1281 Mcdowell Cir, Conover, NC?

1281 Mcdowell Cir, Conover, 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 1281 Mcdowell Cir, Conover, NC compare to other homes in Conover 28613?

Among the 8,959 homes in Conover 28613, it is worth more than 55% of them ($256,387 against a typical $241,055), its price per square foot is higher than 52% of them ($178 against a typical $175), it is bigger than 50% of them (1,443 ft² against a typical 1,450 ft²), its lot is bigger than 79% of them (0.97 ac against a typical 0.48 ac) and it is newer than 33% of them (1971 against a typical 1985). Measured against all of Catawba County, it is worth more than 51% 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 1281 Mcdowell Cir, Conover, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1281 Mcdowell Cir, Conover, NC was $841. The county assessed it at $211,100.

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