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$452,713$337 / 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 97How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $450,000 on Aug 5, 2026

1444 RICH MOUNTAIN RD

ZIONVILLE, NC 28698
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,344 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.
1.36 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1996
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$453K
$439K low$466K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$450,000 · Aug 5, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,117 (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.$272,200 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$39,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$233,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$272,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$272,200

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.8 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Rustic
CountyWATAUGA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.36
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.No Foundation
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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.Garage, Detached
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.Patio · 192 ft²Porch · 320 ft²

Transaction History(5)

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
Mabel SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 1.4 mi
H
Watauga High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 9.2 mi

District: Watauga County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28698These 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.84
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.97
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.104

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.79%
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.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,730
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.69 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$48,833
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$68,978
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.54 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

1444 Rich Mountain 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 74% of homes in Zionville 28698
  • Costs more per square foot than 90% of homes in Zionville 28698
  • Smaller than 69% of homes in Watauga County
  • Has a bigger lot than 69% of homes in Watauga County

What homes are worth in Zionville 28698

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

This home
$99K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 74% of homes in Zionville 28698.

How it measures up in Zionville 28698

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Zionville 28698.

Estimated value$452,713
CheaperTypical $316,077Pricier

Pricier than 74% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$337
CheaperTypical $208Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Living area1,344 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,499 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Lot size1.36 ac
SmallerTypical 1.43 acBigger

Bigger than 48% of homes nearby

Year built1996
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than 64% of homes nearby

How 1444 Rich Mountain Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeZionville 28698Watauga County
Estimated valuepricier than$452,71374% of homes41% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$33790% of homes60% of homes
Living areabigger than1,344 ft²39% of homes31% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.36 ac48% of homes69% of homes
Year builtnewer than199664% of homes63% of homes

About 1444 Rich Mountain Rd

How much is 1444 Rich Mountain Rd, Zionville, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1444 Rich Mountain Rd, Zionville, NC is $452,713 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $438,943 to $466,483. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1444 Rich Mountain Rd, Zionville, NC last sell?

1444 Rich Mountain Rd, Zionville, NC last sold on Aug 5, 2026 for $450,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1444 Rich Mountain Rd, Zionville, NC?

1444 Rich Mountain Rd, Zionville, NC has 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,344 square feet of living space and a 1.36-acre lot.

When was 1444 Rich Mountain Rd, Zionville, NC built?

1444 Rich Mountain Rd, Zionville, NC was built in 1996, making it 30 years old. It is a rustic home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1444 Rich Mountain Rd, Zionville, NC?

1444 Rich Mountain Rd, Zionville, NC is assigned to Mabel School (elementary), rated C+; Watauga High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Watauga County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1444 Rich Mountain Rd, Zionville, NC compare to other homes in Zionville 28698?

Among the 1,155 homes in Zionville 28698, it is worth more than 74% of them ($452,713 against a typical $316,077), its price per square foot is higher than 90% of them ($337 against a typical $208), it is bigger than 39% of them (1,344 ft² against a typical 1,499 ft²), its lot is bigger than 48% of them (1.36 ac against a typical 1.43 ac) and it is newer than 64% of them (1996 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of Watauga County, it is worth more than 41% 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 1444 Rich Mountain Rd, Zionville, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1444 Rich Mountain Rd, Zionville, NC was $1,117. The county assessed it at $272,200.

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