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$194,411$161 / 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 78How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $99,500 on Nov 16, 2006

16 RUTH AVE

NEWTON, NC 28658
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,204 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.
0.81 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1956
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

$194K
$152K low$237K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$99,500 · Nov 16, 2006

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$959 (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.$240,600 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$13,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$227,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$240,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$240,600

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.50
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
16
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
83
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
90
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
63
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 Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyCATAWBA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.81
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
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 · 356 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.

H
Newton-Conover High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi
E
North Newton Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.8 mi
M
Newton-Conover Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.0 mi

District: Newton-Conover City Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28658These 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.107
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.74

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.93%
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.11%
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.28,246
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.380 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$65,716
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$92,460
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 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

16 Ruth Ave 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 66% of homes in Catawba County
  • Smaller than 76% of homes in Catawba County
  • Has a bigger lot than 67% of homes in Catawba County
  • Older than 77% of homes in Catawba County

What homes are worth in Newton 28658

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

This home
$38K$712K

This home is worth more than 45% of homes in Newton 28658.

How it measures up in Newton 28658

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Newton 28658.

Estimated value$194,411
CheaperTypical $208,696Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$161
CheaperTypical $156Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Living area1,204 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,456 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Lot size0.81 ac
SmallerTypical 0.56 acBigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Year built1956
OlderTypical 1977Newer

Newer than 27% of homes nearby

How 16 Ruth Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNewton 28658Catawba County
Estimated valuepricier than$194,41145% of homes34% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16153% of homes42% of homes
Living areabigger than1,204 ft²30% of homes24% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.81 ac63% of homes67% of homes
Year builtnewer than195627% of homes23% of homes

About 16 Ruth Ave

How much is 16 Ruth Ave, Newton, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 16 Ruth Ave, Newton, NC is $194,411 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $152,152 to $236,670. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 16 Ruth Ave, Newton, NC last sell?

16 Ruth Ave, Newton, NC last sold on Nov 16, 2006 for $99,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 16 Ruth Ave, Newton, NC?

16 Ruth Ave, Newton, NC has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,204 square feet of living space and a 0.81-acre lot.

When was 16 Ruth Ave, Newton, NC built?

16 Ruth Ave, Newton, NC was built in 1956, making it 70 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 16 Ruth Ave, Newton, NC?

16 Ruth Ave, Newton, NC is assigned to Newton-Conover High School (high), rated C-; North Newton Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Newton-Conover Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Newton-Conover City Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 16 Ruth Ave, Newton, NC compare to other homes in Newton 28658?

Among the 10,470 homes in Newton 28658, it is worth more than 45% of them ($194,411 against a typical $208,696), its price per square foot is higher than 53% of them ($161 against a typical $156), it is bigger than 30% of them (1,204 ft² against a typical 1,456 ft²), its lot is bigger than 63% of them (0.81 ac against a typical 0.56 ac) and it is newer than 27% of them (1956 against a typical 1977). Measured against all of Catawba County, it is worth more than 34% 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 16 Ruth Ave, Newton, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 16 Ruth Ave, Newton, NC was $959. The county assessed it at $240,600.

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