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$168,980$148 / 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 71How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $73,001 on Jun 14, 2002

135 HIGHLAND DR

RUTHERFORDTON, NC 28139
1
Beds
1
Baths
1,144 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.
1.39 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1953
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$169K
$120K low$217K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$73,001 · Jun 14, 2002
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$87,003
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$69,602
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.52%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$72,340
BANK OF AMERICA · recorded Oct 13, 2009
2nd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$9,637
NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,171 (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.$165,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$23,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$142,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$165,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$165,900

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.46
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
17
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
86
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
95
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
32
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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 Residential
CountyRutherford
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.1968
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.39
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Block (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Fan Cooling
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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.Deck · 80 ft²Patio · 80 ft²Porch · 678 ft²

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

H
R-S Central High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi
M
R-S Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.8 mi
E
Rutherfordton Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.6 mi

District: Rutherford County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28139These 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.106
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.85

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.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
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.20,062
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.112 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$57,546
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$76,393
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

135 Highland Dr 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 less than 81% of homes in Rutherfordton 28139
  • Costs less per square foot than 68% of homes in Rutherfordton 28139
  • Smaller than 82% of homes in Rutherfordton 28139
  • Older than 79% of homes in Rutherfordton 28139

What homes are worth in Rutherfordton 28139

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

This home
$72K$883K

This home is worth more than 19% of homes in Rutherfordton 28139.

How it measures up in Rutherfordton 28139

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rutherfordton 28139.

Estimated value$168,980
CheaperTypical $289,395Pricier

Pricier than 19% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$148
CheaperTypical $179Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Living area1,144 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,540 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 18% of homes nearby

Lot size1.39 ac
SmallerTypical 1.8 acBigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

Year built1953
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 21% of homes nearby

How 135 Highland Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRutherfordton 28139Rutherford County
Estimated valuepricier than$168,98019% of homes29% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14832% of homes42% of homes
Living areabigger than1,144 ft²18% of homes24% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.39 ac43% of homes58% of homes
Year builtnewer than195321% of homes23% of homes

About 135 Highland Dr

How much is 135 Highland Dr, Rutherfordton, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 135 Highland Dr, Rutherfordton, NC is $168,980 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $120,496 to $217,464. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 135 Highland Dr, Rutherfordton, NC last sell?

135 Highland Dr, Rutherfordton, NC last sold on Jun 14, 2002 for $73,001, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 135 Highland Dr, Rutherfordton, NC?

135 Highland Dr, Rutherfordton, NC has 1 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,144 square feet of living space and a 1.39-acre lot.

When was 135 Highland Dr, Rutherfordton, NC built?

135 Highland Dr, Rutherfordton, NC was built in 1953, making it 73 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 135 Highland Dr, Rutherfordton, NC?

135 Highland Dr, Rutherfordton, NC is assigned to R-S Central High School (high), rated C-; R-S Middle School (middle), rated C-; Rutherfordton Elementary School (elementary), rated C+. All sit in Rutherford County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 135 Highland Dr, Rutherfordton, NC compare to other homes in Rutherfordton 28139?

Among the 7,472 homes in Rutherfordton 28139, it is worth more than 19% of them ($168,980 against a typical $289,395), its price per square foot is higher than 32% of them ($148 against a typical $179), it is bigger than 18% of them (1,144 ft² against a typical 1,540 ft²), its lot is bigger than 43% of them (1.39 ac against a typical 1.8 ac) and it is newer than 21% of them (1953 against a typical 1985). Measured against all of Rutherford County, it is worth more than 29% 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 135 Highland Dr, Rutherfordton, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 135 Highland Dr, Rutherfordton, NC was $1,171. The county assessed it at $165,900.

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