Mobile HomeResidential
281 OLD GILBERTTOWN RD
RUTHERFORDTON, NC 28139
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,753 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.
3.68 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1986
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.
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,010 (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.$139,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$28,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$111,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$139,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$139,900
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.47
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
22
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
86
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.
32
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.Mobile Home
CountyRutherford
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.3.68
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.Heat Pump
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.Deck · 284 ft²Patio · 284 ft²Porch · 260 ft²
Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.
HME
R-S Central High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi
R-S Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.0 mi
Mt. Vernon-Ruth Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.0 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%
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How this home compares
281 Old Gilberttown 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.
- Bigger than 72% of homes in Rutherford County
- Has a bigger lot than 78% of homes in Rutherford County
How it measures up in Rutherfordton 28139
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rutherfordton 28139.
Living area1,753 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,540 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 65% of homes nearby
Lot size3.68 ac
SmallerTypical 1.83 acBigger
Bigger than 69% of homes nearby
Year built1986
OlderTypical 1985Newer
Newer than 52% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Rutherfordton 28139 | Rutherford County |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 1,753 ft² | 65% of homes | 72% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 3.68 ac | 69% of homes | 78% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1986 | 52% of homes | 60% of homes |
About 281 Old Gilberttown Rd
How big is 281 Old Gilberttown Rd, Rutherfordton, NC?
281 Old Gilberttown Rd, Rutherfordton, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,753 square feet of living space and a 3.68-acre lot.
When was 281 Old Gilberttown Rd, Rutherfordton, NC built?
281 Old Gilberttown Rd, Rutherfordton, NC was built in 1986, making it 40 years old. The building has 1 story.
What schools serve 281 Old Gilberttown Rd, Rutherfordton, NC?
281 Old Gilberttown Rd, Rutherfordton, NC is assigned to R-S Central High School (high), rated C-; R-S Middle School (middle), rated C-; Mt. Vernon-Ruth Elementary School (elementary), rated C. All sit in Rutherford County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 281 Old Gilberttown Rd, Rutherfordton, NC compare to other homes in Rutherfordton 28139?
Among the 7,472 homes in Rutherfordton 28139, it is bigger than 65% of them (1,753 ft² against a typical 1,540 ft²), its lot is bigger than 69% of them (3.68 ac against a typical 1.83 ac) and it is newer than 52% of them (1986 against a typical 1985). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 281 Old Gilberttown Rd, Rutherfordton, NC?
The 2025 property tax bill for 281 Old Gilberttown Rd, Rutherfordton, NC was $1,010. The county assessed it at $139,900.
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