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$580,106$138 / 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 75How 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

287 RIVER BIRCH DR

OLD FORT, NC 28762
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
4,190 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.
9.97 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2022
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.

Valuation

$580K
$437K low$724K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,092 (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.$1,001,750 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$65,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$935,950
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,001,750

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.36
100
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
18
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
63
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.51%
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
CountyMCDOWELL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.9.97
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.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.Porch · 732 ft²

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Old Fort Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 4.0 mi
H
McDowell High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.6 mi
M
West Mcdowell Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.6 mi

District: McDowell County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28762These 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.101
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.97

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.82%
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.18%
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.7,016
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.71 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$55,666
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$73,981
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°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.59%

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How this home compares

287 River Birch 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.

  • Worth more than 91% of homes in Old Fort 28762
  • Costs less per square foot than 76% of homes in Old Fort 28762
  • Among the largest homes in Old Fort 28762
  • Has a bigger lot than 89% of homes in McDowell County
  • Newer than 98% of homes in Old Fort 28762

What homes are worth in Old Fort 28762

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

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$36K$896K

This home is worth more than 91% of homes in Old Fort 28762.

How it measures up in Old Fort 28762

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Old Fort 28762.

Estimated value$580,106
CheaperTypical $236,644Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$138
CheaperTypical $185Pricier

Pricier than 24% of homes nearby

Living area4,190 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,407 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size9.97 ac
SmallerTypical 1.76 acBigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Year built2022
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than 98% of homes nearby

How 287 River Birch Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOld Fort 28762McDowell County
Estimated valuepricier than$580,10691% of homes91% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13824% of homes35% of homes
Living areabigger than4,190 ft²almost all homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than9.97 ac87% of homes89% of homes
Year builtnewer than202298% of homes98% of homes

About 287 River Birch Dr

How much is 287 River Birch Dr, Old Fort, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 287 River Birch Dr, Old Fort, NC is $580,106 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $436,697 to $723,515. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 287 River Birch Dr, Old Fort, NC last sell?

287 River Birch Dr, Old Fort, NC last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 287 River Birch Dr, Old Fort, NC?

287 River Birch Dr, Old Fort, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 4,190 square feet of living space and a 9.97-acre lot.

When was 287 River Birch Dr, Old Fort, NC built?

287 River Birch Dr, Old Fort, NC was built in 2022, making it 4 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 287 River Birch Dr, Old Fort, NC?

287 River Birch Dr, Old Fort, NC is assigned to Old Fort Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; McDowell High School (high), rated D; West Mcdowell Middle School (middle), rated D+. All sit in McDowell County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 287 River Birch Dr, Old Fort, NC compare to other homes in Old Fort 28762?

Among the 3,364 homes in Old Fort 28762, it is worth more than 91% of them ($580,106 against a typical $236,644), its price per square foot is higher than 24% of them ($138 against a typical $185), it is bigger than almost all of them (4,190 ft² against a typical 1,407 ft²), its lot is bigger than 87% of them (9.97 ac against a typical 1.76 ac) and it is newer than 98% of them (2022 against a typical 1980). Measured against all of McDowell County, it is worth more than 91% 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 287 River Birch Dr, Old Fort, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 287 River Birch Dr, Old Fort, NC was $7,092. The county assessed it at $1,001,750.

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