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$732,185$349 / 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 Aug 30, 2026

225 SWEETWATER RD

MILLS RIVER, NC 28759
8
Beds
2
Baths
2,100 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.
2.27 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1980
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$732K
$632K low$832K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,197 (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.$277,800 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$71,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$206,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$277,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$277,800

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
CountyHENDERSON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.27
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.No Foundation
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Electric
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.Deck · 638 ft²Porch · 300 ft²

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

E
Mills River Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.1 mi
H
West Henderson High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.0 mi
M
Rugby Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.2 mi

District: Henderson County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28759These 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.60
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 100.103

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.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.7%
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.7,000
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.288 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$90,138
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$105,537
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.53 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

225 Sweetwater 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 86% of homes in Henderson County
  • Costs more per square foot than 89% of homes in Henderson County
  • Bigger than 69% of homes in Henderson County
  • Has a bigger lot than 85% of homes in Henderson County
  • Older than 75% of homes in Mills River 28759

What homes are worth in Mills River 28759

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

This home
$195K$1.5M

This home is worth more than 72% of homes in Mills River 28759.

How it measures up in Mills River 28759

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Mills River 28759.

Estimated value$732,185
CheaperTypical $526,966Pricier

Pricier than 72% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$349
CheaperTypical $265Pricier

Pricier than 80% of homes nearby

Living area2,100 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,906 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 59% of homes nearby

Lot size2.27 ac
SmallerTypical 0.88 acBigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Year built1980
OlderTypical 1997Newer

Newer than 25% of homes nearby

How 225 Sweetwater Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMills River 28759Henderson County
Estimated valuepricier than$732,18572% of homes86% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$34980% of homes89% of homes
Living areabigger than2,100 ft²59% of homes69% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.27 ac80% of homes85% of homes
Year builtnewer than198025% of homes36% of homes

About 225 Sweetwater Rd

How much is 225 Sweetwater Rd, Mills River, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 225 Sweetwater Rd, Mills River, NC is $732,185 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $631,946 to $832,424. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 225 Sweetwater Rd, Mills River, NC last sell?

225 Sweetwater Rd, Mills River, NC last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 225 Sweetwater Rd, Mills River, NC?

225 Sweetwater Rd, Mills River, NC has 8 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,100 square feet of living space and a 2.27-acre lot.

When was 225 Sweetwater Rd, Mills River, NC built?

225 Sweetwater Rd, Mills River, NC was built in 1980, making it 46 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 225 Sweetwater Rd, Mills River, NC?

225 Sweetwater Rd, Mills River, NC is assigned to Mills River Elementary School (elementary), rated A; West Henderson High School (high), rated A-; Rugby Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Henderson County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 225 Sweetwater Rd, Mills River, NC compare to other homes in Mills River 28759?

Among the 3,816 homes in Mills River 28759, it is worth more than 72% of them ($732,185 against a typical $526,966), its price per square foot is higher than 80% of them ($349 against a typical $265), it is bigger than 59% of them (2,100 ft² against a typical 1,906 ft²), its lot is bigger than 80% of them (2.27 ac against a typical 0.88 ac) and it is newer than 25% of them (1980 against a typical 1997). Measured against all of Henderson County, it is worth more than 86% 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 225 Sweetwater Rd, Mills River, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 225 Sweetwater Rd, Mills River, NC was $1,197. The county assessed it at $277,800.

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