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$196,006$186 / 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 74How 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

2344 CATAWBA RIVER RD

OLD FORT, NC 28762
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,056 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.
9 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1969
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$196K
$145K low$247K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$657 (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.$92,860 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$39,960
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$52,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$92,860
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$92,860

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.197 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.Rural Residence
CountyMcDowell
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.9.00
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes

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 · 2.4 mi
M
West Mcdowell Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 11.7 mi
H
McDowell High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 11.7 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

2344 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.

  • Smaller than 79% of homes in Old Fort 28762
  • Has a bigger lot than 89% of homes in McDowell County
  • Older than 66% 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
$36K$919K

This home is worth more than 40% 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$196,006
CheaperTypical $239,353Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$186
CheaperTypical $183Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Living area1,056 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,404 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 21% of homes nearby

Lot size9 ac
SmallerTypical 1.74 acBigger

Bigger than 86% of homes nearby

Year built1969
OlderTypical 1982Newer

Newer than 34% of homes nearby

How 2344 Catawba River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOld Fort 28762McDowell County
Estimated valuepricier than$196,00640% of homes48% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18651% of homes58% of homes
Living areabigger than1,056 ft²21% of homes23% of homes
Lot sizebigger than9 ac86% of homes89% of homes
Year builtnewer than196934% of homes39% of homes

About 2344 Catawba River Rd

How much is 2344 Catawba River Rd, Old Fort, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2344 Catawba River Rd, Old Fort, NC is $196,006 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $145,292 to $246,720. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2344 Catawba River Rd, Old Fort, NC last sell?

2344 Catawba River Rd, Old Fort, NC last sold on Sep 10, 1960, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 2344 Catawba River Rd, Old Fort, NC?

2344 Catawba River Rd, Old Fort, NC has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,056 square feet of living space and a 9.00-acre lot.

When was 2344 Catawba River Rd, Old Fort, NC built?

2344 Catawba River Rd, Old Fort, NC was built in 1969, making it 57 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 2344 Catawba River Rd, Old Fort, NC?

2344 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 2344 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 40% of them ($196,006 against a typical $239,353), its price per square foot is higher than 51% of them ($186 against a typical $183), it is bigger than 21% of them (1,056 ft² against a typical 1,404 ft²), its lot is bigger than 86% of them (9 ac against a typical 1.74 ac) and it is newer than 34% of them (1969 against a typical 1982). Measured against all of McDowell County, it is worth more than 48% 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 2344 Catawba River Rd, Old Fort, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 2344 Catawba River Rd, Old Fort, NC was $657. The county assessed it at $92,860.

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