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$191,891$157 / 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 77How 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

1297 HILL RIVER RD

HIDDENITE, NC 28636
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,221 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.
4.95 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1960
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$192K
$147K low$236K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,132 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$160,828 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$43,243
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$117,585
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$171,028
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$160,828

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.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.Conventional
CountyALEXANDER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.4.95
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(8)

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
Hiddenite Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.7 mi
M
East Alexander Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.3 mi
H
Alexander Central High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.9 mi

District: Alexander County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28636These 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.111
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.77

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.5%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
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.5,136
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.83 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$64,796
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$79,120
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.58°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.50 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

1297 Hill 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.

  • Smaller than 74% of homes in Hiddenite 28636
  • Has a bigger lot than 83% of homes in Alexander County
  • Older than 84% of homes in Alexander County

What homes are worth in Hiddenite 28636

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

This home
$24K$677K

This home is worth more than 48% of homes in Hiddenite 28636.

How it measures up in Hiddenite 28636

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Hiddenite 28636.

Estimated value$191,891
CheaperTypical $198,104Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$157
CheaperTypical $154Pricier

Pricier than 52% of homes nearby

Living area1,221 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,488 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Lot size4.95 ac
SmallerTypical 2 acBigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Year built1960
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than 18% of homes nearby

How 1297 Hill River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHiddenite 28636Alexander County
Estimated valuepricier than$191,89148% of homes39% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15752% of homes38% of homes
Living areabigger than1,221 ft²26% of homes27% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4.95 ac72% of homes83% of homes
Year builtnewer than196018% of homes16% of homes

About 1297 Hill River Rd

How much is 1297 Hill River Rd, Hiddenite, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1297 Hill River Rd, Hiddenite, NC is $191,891 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $147,407 to $236,375. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1297 Hill River Rd, Hiddenite, NC last sell?

1297 Hill River Rd, Hiddenite, NC last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1297 Hill River Rd, Hiddenite, NC?

1297 Hill River Rd, Hiddenite, NC has 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,221 square feet of living space and a 4.95-acre lot.

When was 1297 Hill River Rd, Hiddenite, NC built?

1297 Hill River Rd, Hiddenite, NC was built in 1960, making it 66 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1297 Hill River Rd, Hiddenite, NC?

1297 Hill River Rd, Hiddenite, NC is assigned to Hiddenite Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; East Alexander Middle School (middle), rated C; Alexander Central High School (high), rated C. All sit in Alexander County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1297 Hill River Rd, Hiddenite, NC compare to other homes in Hiddenite 28636?

Among the 2,113 homes in Hiddenite 28636, it is worth more than 48% of them ($191,891 against a typical $198,104), its price per square foot is higher than 52% of them ($157 against a typical $154), it is bigger than 26% of them (1,221 ft² against a typical 1,488 ft²), its lot is bigger than 72% of them (4.95 ac against a typical 2 ac) and it is newer than 18% of them (1960 against a typical 1980). Measured against all of Alexander County, it is worth more than 39% 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 1297 Hill River Rd, Hiddenite, NC?

The 2026 property tax bill for 1297 Hill River Rd, Hiddenite, NC was $1,132. The county assessed it at $160,828.

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