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$493,819$331 / 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 80How 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
Last sold for $381,500 on May 28, 2021

296 BRIANS WAY

RUTHERFORDTON, NC 28139
3
Beds
3
Baths
1,492 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.
1.23 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2010
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

$494K
$397K low$591K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$381,500 · May 28, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,454 (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.$431,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$30,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$401,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$431,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$431,700

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.46
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
20
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
85
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
96
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.Single Family Residential
CountyRutherford
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.23
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Concrete
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.Porch · 310 ft²

Transaction History(6)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

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

E
Pinnacle Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.8 mi
H
R-S Central High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.1 mi
M
R-S Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 6.0 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

296 Brians Way 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 Rutherford County
  • Costs more per square foot than 94% of homes in Rutherfordton 28139
  • Newer than 92% of homes in Rutherfordton 28139

What homes are worth in Rutherfordton 28139

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

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$64K$846K

This home is worth more than 83% of homes in Rutherfordton 28139.

How it measures up in Rutherfordton 28139

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rutherfordton 28139.

Estimated value$493,819
CheaperTypical $292,720Pricier

Pricier than 83% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$331
CheaperTypical $180Pricier

Pricier than 94% of homes nearby

Living area1,492 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,539 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 46% of homes nearby

Lot size1.23 ac
SmallerTypical 1.8 acBigger

Bigger than 40% of homes nearby

Year built2010
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 92% of homes nearby

How 296 Brians Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRutherfordton 28139Rutherford County
Estimated valuepricier than$493,81983% of homes85% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$33194% of homes90% of homes
Living areabigger than1,492 ft²46% of homes54% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.23 ac40% of homes55% of homes
Year builtnewer than201092% of homes92% of homes

About 296 Brians Way

How much is 296 Brians Way, Rutherfordton, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 296 Brians Way, Rutherfordton, NC is $493,819 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $396,980 to $590,658. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 296 Brians Way, Rutherfordton, NC last sell?

296 Brians Way, Rutherfordton, NC last sold on May 28, 2021 for $381,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 6 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 296 Brians Way, Rutherfordton, NC?

296 Brians Way, Rutherfordton, NC has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,492 square feet of living space and a 1.23-acre lot.

When was 296 Brians Way, Rutherfordton, NC built?

296 Brians Way, Rutherfordton, NC was built in 2010, making it 16 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 296 Brians Way, Rutherfordton, NC?

296 Brians Way, Rutherfordton, NC is assigned to Pinnacle Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; R-S Central High School (high), rated C; R-S Middle School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Rutherford County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 296 Brians Way, Rutherfordton, NC compare to other homes in Rutherfordton 28139?

Among the 7,473 homes in Rutherfordton 28139, it is worth more than 83% of them ($493,819 against a typical $292,720), its price per square foot is higher than 94% of them ($331 against a typical $180), it is bigger than 46% of them (1,492 ft² against a typical 1,539 ft²), its lot is bigger than 40% of them (1.23 ac against a typical 1.8 ac) and it is newer than 92% of them (2010 against a typical 1985). Measured against all of Rutherford County, it is worth more than 85% 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 296 Brians Way, Rutherfordton, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 296 Brians Way, Rutherfordton, NC was $2,454. The county assessed it at $431,700.

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