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$606,081$275 / 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 91How 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
Last sold for $235,000 on May 16, 2008

28 RIVER RD

PENROSE, NC 28766
3
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
2,202 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.
0.85 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1998
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$606K
$554K low$658K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$235,000 · May 16, 2008

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,573 (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.$535,510 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$60,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$475,510
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$286,540
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$535,510

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyTransylvania
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.2005
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Footing
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Wood Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
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

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.

Neighborhood · ZIP 28766These 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.122
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.99
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.106

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.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.939
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.162 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$63,615
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$75,470
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.66 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

28 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.

  • Worth more than 88% of homes in Penrose 28766
  • Costs more per square foot than 68% of homes in Penrose 28766
  • Bigger than 83% of homes in Penrose 28766
  • Has a smaller lot than 72% of homes in Penrose 28766
  • Newer than 73% of homes in Transylvania County

What homes are worth in Penrose 28766

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

This home
$135K$827K

This home is worth more than 88% of homes in Penrose 28766.

How it measures up in Penrose 28766

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Penrose 28766.

Estimated value$606,081
CheaperTypical $391,650Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$275
CheaperTypical $242Pricier

Pricier than 68% of homes nearby

Living area2,202 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,596 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 83% of homes nearby

Lot size0.85 ac
SmallerTypical 1.4 acBigger

Bigger than 28% of homes nearby

Year built1998
OlderTypical 1994Newer

Newer than 60% of homes nearby

How 28 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePenrose 28766Transylvania County
Estimated valuepricier than$606,08188% of homes70% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$27568% of homes53% of homes
Living areabigger than2,202 ft²83% of homes71% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.85 ac28% of homes44% of homes
Year builtnewer than199860% of homes73% of homes

About 28 River Rd

How much is 28 River Rd, Penrose, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 28 River Rd, Penrose, NC is $606,081 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $554,222 to $657,940. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 28 River Rd, Penrose, NC last sell?

28 River Rd, Penrose, NC last sold on May 16, 2008 for $235,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 28 River Rd, Penrose, NC?

28 River Rd, Penrose, NC has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and 2,202 square feet of living space.

When was 28 River Rd, Penrose, NC built?

28 River Rd, Penrose, NC was built in 1998, making it 28 years old.

How does 28 River Rd, Penrose, NC compare to other homes in Penrose 28766?

Among the 739 homes in Penrose 28766, it is worth more than 88% of them ($606,081 against a typical $391,650), its price per square foot is higher than 68% of them ($275 against a typical $242), it is bigger than 83% of them (2,202 ft² against a typical 1,596 ft²), its lot is bigger than 28% of them (0.85 ac against a typical 1.4 ac) and it is newer than 60% of them (1998 against a typical 1994). Measured against all of Transylvania County, it is worth more than 70% 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 28 River Rd, Penrose, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 28 River Rd, Penrose, NC was $2,573. The county assessed it at $535,510.

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