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$374,343$239 / 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 89How 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 $340,000 on Oct 4, 2022

26 VALLEY RIVER ESTATES DR

MARBLE, NC 28905
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,564 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.
1.42 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2004
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$374K
$335K low$414K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$340,000 · Oct 4, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,258 (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.$167,630 (2025)
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$167,630

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.194 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.0.2 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
CountyCHEROKEE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.42
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
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 · 320 ft²Porch · 110 ft²

Transaction History(6)

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.

M
Murphy Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.0 mi
H
Murphy High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.0 mi
E
Murphy Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.1 mi

District: Cherokee County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28905These 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.131
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.98
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.131

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.17%
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.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.3,688
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.82 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$57,769
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$72,706
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.63 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

26 Valley River Estates Dr 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 84% of homes in Marble 28905
  • Costs more per square foot than 73% of homes in Marble 28905
  • Bigger than 68% of homes in Cherokee County
  • Newer than 78% of homes in Marble 28905

What homes are worth in Marble 28905

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

This home
$31K$598K

This home is worth more than 84% of homes in Marble 28905.

How it measures up in Marble 28905

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Marble 28905.

Estimated value$374,343
CheaperTypical $213,555Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$239
CheaperTypical $180Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Living area1,564 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,344 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Lot size1.42 ac
SmallerTypical 1.57 acBigger

Bigger than 46% of homes nearby

Year built2004
OlderTypical 1991Newer

Newer than 78% of homes nearby

How 26 Valley River Estates Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMarble 28905Cherokee County
Estimated valuepricier than$374,34384% of homes78% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23973% of homes61% of homes
Living areabigger than1,564 ft²67% of homes68% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.42 ac46% of homes52% of homes
Year builtnewer than200478% of homes73% of homes

About 26 Valley River Estates Dr

How much is 26 Valley River Estates Dr, Marble, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 26 Valley River Estates Dr, Marble, NC is $374,343 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $335,017 to $413,669. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 26 Valley River Estates Dr, Marble, NC last sell?

26 Valley River Estates Dr, Marble, NC last sold on Oct 4, 2022 for $340,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 26 Valley River Estates Dr, Marble, NC?

26 Valley River Estates Dr, Marble, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,564 square feet of living space and a 1.42-acre lot.

When was 26 Valley River Estates Dr, Marble, NC built?

26 Valley River Estates Dr, Marble, NC was built in 2004, making it 22 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 26 Valley River Estates Dr, Marble, NC?

26 Valley River Estates Dr, Marble, NC is assigned to Murphy Middle School (middle), rated B-; Murphy High School (high), rated C+; Murphy Elementary School (elementary), rated B-. All sit in Cherokee County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 26 Valley River Estates Dr, Marble, NC compare to other homes in Marble 28905?

Among the 1,802 homes in Marble 28905, it is worth more than 84% of them ($374,343 against a typical $213,555), its price per square foot is higher than 73% of them ($239 against a typical $180), it is bigger than 67% of them (1,564 ft² against a typical 1,344 ft²), its lot is bigger than 46% of them (1.42 ac against a typical 1.57 ac) and it is newer than 78% of them (2004 against a typical 1991). Measured against all of Cherokee County, it is worth more than 78% 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 26 Valley River Estates Dr, Marble, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 26 Valley River Estates Dr, Marble, NC was $1,258. The county assessed it at $167,630.

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