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$424,730$267 / 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 78How 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

270 RIVERWOOD LN

SPARTA, NC 28675
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,590 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.
0.75 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1991
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.

Valuation

$425K
$333K low$516K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,404 (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.$206,700 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$75,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$131,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$206,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$206,700

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.55
68
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
26
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
75
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
87
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.
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.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.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.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Cape Cod
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.2000
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.75
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
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Waterfront-Not Specified
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 700 ft²

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 Riverwood Ln 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 85% of homes in Sparta 28675
  • Costs more per square foot than 89% of homes in Sparta 28675
  • Has a smaller lot than 73% of homes in Sparta 28675
  • Newer than 65% of homes in Sparta 28675

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
$43K$832K

This home is worth more than 85% 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$424,730
CheaperTypical $217,739Pricier

Pricier than 85% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$267
CheaperTypical $142Pricier

Pricier than 89% of homes nearby

Living area1,590 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,512 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Lot size0.75 ac
SmallerTypical 1.47 acBigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Year built1991
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 65% of homes nearby

How 270 Riverwood Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSparta 28675Alleghany County
Estimated valuepricier than$424,73085% of homes79% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$26789% of homes87% of homes
Living areabigger than1,590 ft²55% of homes52% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.75 ac27% of homes29% of homes
Year builtnewer than199165% of homes60% of homes

About 270 Riverwood Ln

How much is 270 Riverwood Ln, Sparta, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 270 Riverwood Ln, Sparta, NC is $424,730 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $333,154 to $516,306. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 270 Riverwood Ln, Sparta, NC last sell?

270 Riverwood Ln, Sparta, NC last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 270 Riverwood Ln, Sparta, NC?

270 Riverwood Ln, Sparta, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,590 square feet of living space and a 0.75-acre lot.

When was 270 Riverwood Ln, Sparta, NC built?

270 Riverwood Ln, Sparta, NC was built in 1991, making it 35 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 1 story.

How does 270 Riverwood Ln, Sparta, NC compare to other homes in Sparta 28675?

Among the 3,765 homes in Sparta 28675, it is worth more than 85% of them ($424,730 against a typical $217,739), its price per square foot is higher than 89% of them ($267 against a typical $142), it is bigger than 55% of them (1,590 ft² against a typical 1,512 ft²), its lot is bigger than 27% of them (0.75 ac against a typical 1.47 ac) and it is newer than 65% of them (1991 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Alleghany County, it is worth more than 79% 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 Riverwood Ln, Sparta, NC?

The 2026 property tax bill for 270 Riverwood Ln, Sparta, NC was $1,404. The county assessed it at $206,700.

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