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$237,711$135 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $250,000 on Aug 22, 2024

270 LITTLE RIVER DR

SPARTA, NC 28675
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,764 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.
1.26 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1972
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$238K
$204K low$271K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$250,000 · Aug 22, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,294 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$189,200 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$30,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$158,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$189,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$189,200

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.43
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
27
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
74
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
95
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
21
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyALLEGHANY
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.1980
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.26
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Steam
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 · 108 ft²Shed · 140 ft²Porch · 424 ft²

Transaction History(2)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Neighborhood · ZIP 28675These 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.124
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.90

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.74%
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.14%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.6,804
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.61 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$44,713
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$67,967
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°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.60%

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How this home compares

270 Little River 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.

  • Bigger than 65% of homes in Sparta 28675
  • Older than 66% of homes in Alleghany County

What homes are worth in Sparta 28675

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

This home
$42K$826K

This home is worth more than 56% of homes in Sparta 28675.

How it measures up in Sparta 28675

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Sparta 28675.

Estimated value$237,711
CheaperTypical $216,029Pricier

Pricier than 56% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$135
CheaperTypical $143Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Living area1,764 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,506 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Lot size1.26 ac
SmallerTypical 1.44 acBigger

Bigger than 46% of homes nearby

Year built1972
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 39% of homes nearby

How 270 Little River Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSparta 28675Alleghany County
Estimated valuepricier than$237,71156% of homes48% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13545% of homes36% of homes
Living areabigger than1,764 ft²65% of homes61% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.26 ac46% of homes49% of homes
Year builtnewer than197239% of homes34% of homes

About 270 Little River Dr

How much is 270 Little River Dr, Sparta, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 270 Little River Dr, Sparta, NC is $237,711 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $204,235 to $271,187. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 270 Little River Dr, Sparta, NC last sell?

270 Little River Dr, Sparta, NC last sold on Aug 22, 2024 for $250,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 270 Little River Dr, Sparta, NC?

270 Little River Dr, Sparta, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,764 square feet of living space and a 1.26-acre lot.

When was 270 Little River Dr, Sparta, NC built?

270 Little River Dr, Sparta, NC was built in 1972, making it 54 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

How does 270 Little River Dr, Sparta, NC compare to other homes in Sparta 28675?

Among the 3,766 homes in Sparta 28675, it is worth more than 56% of them ($237,711 against a typical $216,029), its price per square foot is higher than 45% of them ($135 against a typical $143), it is bigger than 65% of them (1,764 ft² against a typical 1,506 ft²), its lot is bigger than 46% of them (1.26 ac against a typical 1.44 ac) and it is newer than 39% of them (1972 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Alleghany 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 270 Little River Dr, Sparta, NC?

The 2026 property tax bill for 270 Little River Dr, Sparta, NC was $1,294. The county assessed it at $189,200.

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