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$574,399$315 / 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 83How 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 $236,000 on Mar 27, 2024

144 WILLOW LAKES DR

RUTHERFORDTON, NC 28139
3
Beds
3
Baths
1,825 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.
2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2000
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$574K
$476K low$673K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$236,000 · Mar 27, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,339 (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.$406,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$25,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$381,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$406,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$406,800

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.
20
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Split Level
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.2005
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.00
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.Porch · 623 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
Rutherfordton Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.0 mi
M
R-S Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.6 mi
H
R-S Central High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.2 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%

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How this home compares

144 Willow Lakes 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 more than 91% of homes in Rutherfordton 28139
  • Costs more per square foot than 92% of homes in Rutherfordton 28139
  • Bigger than 76% of homes in Rutherford County
  • Has a bigger lot than 67% of homes in Rutherford County
  • Newer than 79% of homes in Rutherford County

What homes are worth in Rutherfordton 28139

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

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$62K$819K

This home is worth more than 91% 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$574,399
CheaperTypical $276,476Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$315
CheaperTypical $168Pricier

Pricier than 92% of homes nearby

Living area1,825 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,536 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 69% of homes nearby

Lot size2 ac
SmallerTypical 1.78 acBigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Year built2000
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 76% of homes nearby

How 144 Willow Lakes Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRutherfordton 28139Rutherford County
Estimated valuepricier than$574,39991% of homes90% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$31592% of homes88% of homes
Living areabigger than1,825 ft²69% of homes76% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2 ac55% of homes67% of homes
Year builtnewer than200076% of homes79% of homes

About 144 Willow Lakes Dr

How much is 144 Willow Lakes Dr, Rutherfordton, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 144 Willow Lakes Dr, Rutherfordton, NC is $574,399 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $476,167 to $672,631. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 144 Willow Lakes Dr, Rutherfordton, NC last sell?

144 Willow Lakes Dr, Rutherfordton, NC last sold on Mar 27, 2024 for $236,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 144 Willow Lakes Dr, Rutherfordton, NC?

144 Willow Lakes Dr, Rutherfordton, NC has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,825 square feet of living space and a 2.00-acre lot.

When was 144 Willow Lakes Dr, Rutherfordton, NC built?

144 Willow Lakes Dr, Rutherfordton, NC was built in 2000, making it 26 years old. It is a split level home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 144 Willow Lakes Dr, Rutherfordton, NC?

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

How does 144 Willow Lakes Dr, Rutherfordton, NC compare to other homes in Rutherfordton 28139?

Among the 7,473 homes in Rutherfordton 28139, it is worth more than 91% of them ($574,399 against a typical $276,476), its price per square foot is higher than 92% of them ($315 against a typical $168), it is bigger than 69% of them (1,825 ft² against a typical 1,536 ft²), its lot is bigger than 55% of them (2 ac against a typical 1.78 ac) and it is newer than 76% of them (2000 against a typical 1985). Measured against all of Rutherford County, it is worth more than 90% 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 144 Willow Lakes Dr, Rutherfordton, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 144 Willow Lakes Dr, Rutherfordton, NC was $2,339. The county assessed it at $406,800.

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