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$584,608$269 / 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 85How 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 $7,000 on Jun 27, 2012

21 RIVER RD

PENROSE, NC 28766
2
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
2,170 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.
3.05 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$585K
$494K low$675K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$7,000 · Jun 27, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,039 (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.$424,350 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$95,160
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$329,190
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$228,360
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$424,350

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.58 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
CountyTransylvania
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.1990
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.3.05
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Footing
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
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

Neighborhood · ZIP 28766These 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.122
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.99
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.106

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.87%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
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.939
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.162 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$63,615
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$75,470
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.66 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

21 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 85% of homes in Penrose 28766
  • Costs more per square foot than 66% of homes in Penrose 28766
  • Bigger than 82% of homes in Penrose 28766
  • Has a bigger lot than 80% of homes in Transylvania County
  • Older than 89% of homes in Penrose 28766

What homes are worth in Penrose 28766

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

This home
$135K$827K

This home is worth more than 85% of homes in Penrose 28766.

How it measures up in Penrose 28766

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Penrose 28766.

Estimated value$584,608
CheaperTypical $391,650Pricier

Pricier than 85% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$269
CheaperTypical $242Pricier

Pricier than 66% of homes nearby

Living area2,170 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,596 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Lot size3.05 ac
SmallerTypical 1.4 acBigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1994Newer

Newer than 11% of homes nearby

How 21 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePenrose 28766Transylvania County
Estimated valuepricier than$584,60885% of homes68% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$26966% of homes51% of homes
Living areabigger than2,170 ft²82% of homes70% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3.05 ac77% of homes80% of homes
Year builtnewer than195011% of homes13% of homes

About 21 River Rd

How much is 21 River Rd, Penrose, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 21 River Rd, Penrose, NC is $584,608 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $494,022 to $675,194. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 21 River Rd, Penrose, NC last sell?

21 River Rd, Penrose, NC last sold on Jun 27, 2012 for $7,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 21 River Rd, Penrose, NC?

21 River Rd, Penrose, NC has 2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,170 square feet of living space and a 3.05-acre lot.

When was 21 River Rd, Penrose, NC built?

21 River Rd, Penrose, NC was built in 1950, making it 76 years old.

How does 21 River Rd, Penrose, NC compare to other homes in Penrose 28766?

Among the 739 homes in Penrose 28766, it is worth more than 85% of them ($584,608 against a typical $391,650), its price per square foot is higher than 66% of them ($269 against a typical $242), it is bigger than 82% of them (2,170 ft² against a typical 1,596 ft²), its lot is bigger than 77% of them (3.05 ac against a typical 1.4 ac) and it is newer than 11% of them (1950 against a typical 1994). Measured against all of Transylvania County, it is worth more than 68% 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 21 River Rd, Penrose, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 21 River Rd, Penrose, NC was $2,039. The county assessed it at $424,350.

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