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$34,031$22 / 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 67How 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 $20,000 on Jun 7, 2021

171 SPENCER ST

SPINDALE, NC 28160
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,579 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.
0.27 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1918
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$34K
$23K low$45K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$20,000 · Jun 7, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,330 (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.$96,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$10,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$86,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$96,700

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.6 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 Residential
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.1966
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.27
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.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Partial
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.Shed · 204 ft²Porch · 334 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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
Spindale Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.4 mi
M
R-S Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
H
Rutherford Early College High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi

District: Rutherford County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28160These 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.110
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 100.83

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
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.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.3,390
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.616 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$41,126
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$72,287
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°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

171 Spencer St 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Rutherford County
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Spindale 28160
  • Bigger than 79% of homes in Spindale 28160
  • Has a smaller lot than 91% of homes in Rutherford County
  • Older than 96% of homes in Rutherford County

What homes are worth in Spindale 28160

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

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$37K$390K

This home is worth more than 2% of homes in Spindale 28160.

How it measures up in Spindale 28160

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Spindale 28160.

Estimated value$34,031
CheaperTypical $134,515Pricier

Pricier than 2% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$22
CheaperTypical $110Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,579 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,198 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 79% of homes nearby

Lot size0.27 ac
SmallerTypical 0.34 acBigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Year built1918
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 7% of homes nearby

How 171 Spencer St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSpindale 28160Rutherford County
Estimated valuepricier than$34,0312% of homesalmost no homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22almost no homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than1,579 ft²79% of homes61% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.27 ac34% of homes9% of homes
Year builtnewer than19187% of homes4% of homes

About 171 Spencer St

How much is 171 Spencer St, Spindale, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 171 Spencer St, Spindale, NC is $34,031 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $22,917 to $45,145. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 171 Spencer St, Spindale, NC last sell?

171 Spencer St, Spindale, NC last sold on Jun 7, 2021 for $20,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 171 Spencer St, Spindale, NC?

171 Spencer St, Spindale, NC has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,579 square feet of living space and a 0.27-acre lot.

When was 171 Spencer St, Spindale, NC built?

171 Spencer St, Spindale, NC was built in 1918, making it 108 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 171 Spencer St, Spindale, NC?

171 Spencer St, Spindale, NC is assigned to Spindale Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; R-S Middle School (middle), rated C+; Rutherford Early College High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Rutherford County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 171 Spencer St, Spindale, NC compare to other homes in Spindale 28160?

Among the 1,585 homes in Spindale 28160, it is worth more than 2% of them ($34,031 against a typical $134,515), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($22 against a typical $110), it is bigger than 79% of them (1,579 ft² against a typical 1,198 ft²), its lot is bigger than 34% of them (0.27 ac against a typical 0.34 ac) and it is newer than 7% of them (1918 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Rutherford County, it is worth more than almost no 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 171 Spencer St, Spindale, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 171 Spencer St, Spindale, NC was $1,330. The county assessed it at $96,700.

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