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$565,366$411 / 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 86How 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 $360,000 on Jul 19, 2021

1509 WATAUGA RIVER RD

SUGAR GROVE, NC 28679
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,374 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.
3.91 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1995
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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

$565K
$484K low$647K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$360,000 · Jul 19, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,414 (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.$352,900 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$68,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$284,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$352,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$352,900

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.Rustic
CountyWATAUGA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.3.91
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

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
Valle Crucis SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 1.7 mi
H
Watauga High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 8.3 mi

District: Watauga County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28679These 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.69
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.96
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.102

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.73%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.19%
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.1,989
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.76 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$56,188
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$73,806
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.49 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

1509 Watauga 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.

  • Worth more than 69% of homes in Sugar Grove 28679
  • Costs more per square foot than 85% of homes in Sugar Grove 28679
  • Smaller than 67% of homes in Watauga County
  • Has a bigger lot than 86% of homes in Watauga County
  • Newer than 65% of homes in Sugar Grove 28679

What homes are worth in Sugar Grove 28679

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

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$112K$1.5M

This home is worth more than 69% of homes in Sugar Grove 28679.

How it measures up in Sugar Grove 28679

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Sugar Grove 28679.

Estimated value$565,366
CheaperTypical $395,998Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$411
CheaperTypical $259Pricier

Pricier than 85% of homes nearby

Living area1,374 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,568 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Lot size3.91 ac
SmallerTypical 2.14 acBigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Year built1995
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 65% of homes nearby

How 1509 Watauga River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSugar Grove 28679Watauga County
Estimated valuepricier than$565,36669% of homes56% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$41185% of homes78% of homes
Living areabigger than1,374 ft²39% of homes33% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3.91 ac66% of homes86% of homes
Year builtnewer than199565% of homes61% of homes

About 1509 Watauga River Rd

How much is 1509 Watauga River Rd, Sugar Grove, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1509 Watauga River Rd, Sugar Grove, NC is $565,366 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $483,880 to $646,852. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1509 Watauga River Rd, Sugar Grove, NC last sell?

1509 Watauga River Rd, Sugar Grove, NC last sold on Jul 19, 2021 for $360,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1509 Watauga River Rd, Sugar Grove, NC?

1509 Watauga River Rd, Sugar Grove, NC has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,374 square feet of living space and a 3.91-acre lot.

When was 1509 Watauga River Rd, Sugar Grove, NC built?

1509 Watauga River Rd, Sugar Grove, NC was built in 1995, making it 31 years old. It is a rustic home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1509 Watauga River Rd, Sugar Grove, NC?

1509 Watauga River Rd, Sugar Grove, NC is assigned to Valle Crucis School (elementary), rated A-; 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 1509 Watauga River Rd, Sugar Grove, NC compare to other homes in Sugar Grove 28679?

Among the 1,053 homes in Sugar Grove 28679, it is worth more than 69% of them ($565,366 against a typical $395,998), its price per square foot is higher than 85% of them ($411 against a typical $259), it is bigger than 39% of them (1,374 ft² against a typical 1,568 ft²), its lot is bigger than 66% of them (3.91 ac against a typical 2.14 ac) and it is newer than 65% of them (1995 against a typical 1985). Measured against all of Watauga County, it is worth more than 56% 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 1509 Watauga River Rd, Sugar Grove, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1509 Watauga River Rd, Sugar Grove, NC was $1,414. The county assessed it at $352,900.

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