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$237,163$217 / 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 77How 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 $40,000 on Nov 1, 1995

1656 CATAWBA RIVER RD

OLD FORT, NC 28762
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,092 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.
2.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1962
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$237K
$183K low$291K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$40,000 · Nov 1, 1995

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$421 (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.$59,490 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$15,750
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$43,740
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$59,490

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Rural Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyMCDOWELL
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.1970
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.11
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Oil
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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

E
Old Fort Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.9 mi
M
West Mcdowell Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 11.1 mi
H
McDowell High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 11.2 mi

District: McDowell County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28762These 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.101
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.97

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.82%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.18%
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.7,016
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.71 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$55,666
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$73,981
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.52 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

1656 Catawba 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 69% of homes in McDowell County
  • Smaller than 77% of homes in Old Fort 28762
  • Has a bigger lot than 65% of homes in McDowell County
  • Older than 72% of homes in Old Fort 28762

What homes are worth in Old Fort 28762

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

This home
$39K$973K

This home is worth more than 50% of homes in Old Fort 28762.

How it measures up in Old Fort 28762

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Old Fort 28762.

Estimated value$237,163
CheaperTypical $238,344Pricier

Pricier than 50% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$217
CheaperTypical $186Pricier

Pricier than 61% of homes nearby

Living area1,092 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,408 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Lot size2.11 ac
SmallerTypical 1.74 acBigger

Bigger than 58% of homes nearby

Year built1962
OlderTypical 1981Newer

Newer than 28% of homes nearby

How 1656 Catawba River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOld Fort 28762McDowell County
Estimated valuepricier than$237,16350% of homes58% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21761% of homes69% of homes
Living areabigger than1,092 ft²23% of homes26% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.11 ac58% of homes65% of homes
Year builtnewer than196228% of homes32% of homes

About 1656 Catawba River Rd

How much is 1656 Catawba River Rd, Old Fort, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1656 Catawba River Rd, Old Fort, NC is $237,163 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $183,172 to $291,154. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1656 Catawba River Rd, Old Fort, NC last sell?

1656 Catawba River Rd, Old Fort, NC last sold on Nov 1, 1995 for $40,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1656 Catawba River Rd, Old Fort, NC?

1656 Catawba River Rd, Old Fort, NC has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,092 square feet of living space and a 2.11-acre lot.

When was 1656 Catawba River Rd, Old Fort, NC built?

1656 Catawba River Rd, Old Fort, NC was built in 1962, making it 64 years old. It is a ranch home.

What schools serve 1656 Catawba River Rd, Old Fort, NC?

1656 Catawba River Rd, Old Fort, NC is assigned to Old Fort Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; West Mcdowell Middle School (middle), rated D+; McDowell High School (high), rated D. All sit in McDowell County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1656 Catawba River Rd, Old Fort, NC compare to other homes in Old Fort 28762?

Among the 3,365 homes in Old Fort 28762, it is worth more than 50% of them ($237,163 against a typical $238,344), its price per square foot is higher than 61% of them ($217 against a typical $186), it is bigger than 23% of them (1,092 ft² against a typical 1,408 ft²), its lot is bigger than 58% of them (2.11 ac against a typical 1.74 ac) and it is newer than 28% of them (1962 against a typical 1981). Measured against all of McDowell County, it is worth more than 58% 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 1656 Catawba River Rd, Old Fort, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1656 Catawba River Rd, Old Fort, NC was $421. The county assessed it at $59,490.

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