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$243,803$2,438 / 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 Jul 14, 2026

289 RIVER RD

GASTON, NC 27832
3
Beds
2
Baths
100 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.
2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2008
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
9
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$244K
$191K low$297K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$243,803
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$195,042

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,795 (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.$180,805 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$17,275
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$163,530
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$180,805
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$180,805

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
CountyNorthampton
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.00
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Shed · 720 ft²

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

H
Northampton County High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 8.2 mi
E
Gaston STEM Leadership AcademyB+
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 8.4 mi

District: Northampton County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27832These 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.119
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.31

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.77%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.6.3%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.21%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,955
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.56 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$47,370
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$75,280
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

289 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 75% of homes in Northampton County
  • Among the smallest homes in Gaston 27832
  • Has a bigger lot than 87% of homes in Gaston 27832
  • Newer than 86% of homes in Northampton County

What homes are worth in Gaston 27832

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

This home
$27K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 61% of homes in Gaston 27832.

How it measures up in Gaston 27832

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Gaston 27832.

Estimated value$243,803
CheaperTypical $160,406Pricier

Pricier than 61% of homes nearby

Living area100 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,368 ft²Bigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Lot size2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.62 acBigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Year built2008
OlderTypical 1994Newer

Newer than 83% of homes nearby

How 289 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGaston 27832Northampton County
Estimated valuepricier than$243,80361% of homes75% of homes
Living areabigger than100 ft²almost no homesalmost no homes
Lot sizebigger than2 ac87% of homes82% of homes
Year builtnewer than200883% of homes86% of homes

About 289 River Rd

How much is 289 River Rd, Gaston, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 289 River Rd, Gaston, NC is $243,803 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $190,581 to $297,025. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 289 River Rd, Gaston, NC last sell?

289 River Rd, Gaston, NC last sold on Oct 8, 2002, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 289 River Rd, Gaston, NC?

289 River Rd, Gaston, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 100 square feet of living space and a 2.00-acre lot.

When was 289 River Rd, Gaston, NC built?

289 River Rd, Gaston, NC was built in 2008, making it 18 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 289 River Rd, Gaston, NC?

289 River Rd, Gaston, NC is assigned to Northampton County High School (high), rated D-; Gaston STEM Leadership Academy (elementary), rated B+. All sit in Northampton County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 289 River Rd, Gaston, NC compare to other homes in Gaston 27832?

Among the 1,588 homes in Gaston 27832, it is worth more than 61% of them ($243,803 against a typical $160,406), it is bigger than almost none of them (100 ft² against a typical 1,368 ft²), its lot is bigger than 87% of them (2 ac against a typical 0.62 ac) and it is newer than 83% of them (2008 against a typical 1994). Measured against all of Northampton County, it is worth more than 75% 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 289 River Rd, Gaston, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 289 River Rd, Gaston, NC was $1,795. The county assessed it at $180,805.

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