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$160,815$115 / 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 71How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026

261 PIEDMONT RD

RUTHERFORDTON, NC 28139
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,396 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.
2.83 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1952
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$161K
$115K low$207K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$160,815
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$128,652

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,034 (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.$141,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$26,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$115,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$141,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$141,700

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.38 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.1968
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.83
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
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Fan Cooling
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.Porch · 24 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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
R-S Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.6 mi
E
Rutherfordton Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.2 mi
H
R-S Central High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.5 mi

District: Rutherford County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28139These 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.106
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 100.85

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.16%
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.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.20,062
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.112 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$57,546
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$76,393
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

261 Piedmont 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 less than 83% of homes in Rutherfordton 28139
  • Costs less per square foot than 84% of homes in Rutherfordton 28139
  • Has a bigger lot than 74% of homes in Rutherford County
  • Older than 80% of homes in Rutherfordton 28139

What homes are worth in Rutherfordton 28139

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

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$72K$883K

This home is worth more than 17% of homes in Rutherfordton 28139.

How it measures up in Rutherfordton 28139

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rutherfordton 28139.

Estimated value$160,815
CheaperTypical $289,395Pricier

Pricier than 17% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$115
CheaperTypical $179Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Living area1,396 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,540 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Lot size2.83 ac
SmallerTypical 1.8 acBigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Year built1952
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 20% of homes nearby

How 261 Piedmont Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRutherfordton 28139Rutherford County
Estimated valuepricier than$160,81517% of homes27% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11516% of homes24% of homes
Living areabigger than1,396 ft²39% of homes46% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.83 ac64% of homes74% of homes
Year builtnewer than195220% of homes23% of homes

About 261 Piedmont Rd

How much is 261 Piedmont Rd, Rutherfordton, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 261 Piedmont Rd, Rutherfordton, NC is $160,815 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $114,674 to $206,956. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 261 Piedmont Rd, Rutherfordton, NC last sell?

261 Piedmont Rd, Rutherfordton, NC last sold on Apr 30, 2025, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 261 Piedmont Rd, Rutherfordton, NC?

261 Piedmont Rd, Rutherfordton, NC has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,396 square feet of living space and a 2.83-acre lot.

When was 261 Piedmont Rd, Rutherfordton, NC built?

261 Piedmont Rd, Rutherfordton, NC was built in 1952, making it 74 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 261 Piedmont Rd, Rutherfordton, NC?

261 Piedmont Rd, Rutherfordton, NC is assigned to R-S Middle School (middle), rated C-; Rutherfordton Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; R-S Central High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Rutherford County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 261 Piedmont Rd, Rutherfordton, NC compare to other homes in Rutherfordton 28139?

Among the 7,472 homes in Rutherfordton 28139, it is worth more than 17% of them ($160,815 against a typical $289,395), its price per square foot is higher than 16% of them ($115 against a typical $179), it is bigger than 39% of them (1,396 ft² against a typical 1,540 ft²), its lot is bigger than 64% of them (2.83 ac against a typical 1.8 ac) and it is newer than 20% of them (1952 against a typical 1985). Measured against all of Rutherford County, it is worth more than 27% 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 261 Piedmont Rd, Rutherfordton, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 261 Piedmont Rd, Rutherfordton, NC was $1,034. The county assessed it at $141,700.

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