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$120,779$104 / 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 65How 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

438 STROUD ST

MARION, NC 28752
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,164 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.
3,993 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1925
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$121K
$78K low$164K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$509 (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.$71,210 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$25,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$46,210
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$71,210

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.50
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
14
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
78
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
94
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
63
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 Residence
CountyMCDOWELL
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.1940
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.09
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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

H
McDowell High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.4 mi
M
West Mcdowell Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.8 mi
E
West Marion Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.6 mi

District: McDowell County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28752These 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.107
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 100.96

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.86%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
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.29,388
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.113 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$54,300
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$69,432
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.51 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

438 Stroud St 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 less than 73% of homes in McDowell County
  • Costs less per square foot than 82% of homes in McDowell County
  • Smaller than 69% of homes in McDowell County
  • Among the smallest lots in Marion 28752
  • Older than 91% of homes in McDowell County

What homes are worth in Marion 28752

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

This home
$28K$701K

This home is worth more than 28% of homes in Marion 28752.

How it measures up in Marion 28752

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Marion 28752.

Estimated value$120,779
CheaperTypical $190,318Pricier

Pricier than 28% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$104
CheaperTypical $155Pricier

Pricier than 19% of homes nearby

Living area1,164 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,352 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Lot size3,993 ft²
SmallerTypical 1.01 acBigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built1925
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 11% of homes nearby

How 438 Stroud St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMarion 28752McDowell County
Estimated valuepricier than$120,77928% of homes27% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$10419% of homes18% of homes
Living areabigger than1,164 ft²35% of homes31% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,993 ft²almost no homesalmost no homes
Year builtnewer than192511% of homes9% of homes

About 438 Stroud St

How much is 438 Stroud St, Marion, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 438 Stroud St, Marion, NC is $120,779 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $78,044 to $163,514. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 438 Stroud St, Marion, NC last sell?

438 Stroud St, Marion, NC last sold on Nov 1, 1996, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 438 Stroud St, Marion, NC?

438 Stroud St, Marion, NC has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,164 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 438 Stroud St, Marion, NC built?

438 Stroud St, Marion, NC was built in 1925, making it 101 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 438 Stroud St, Marion, NC?

438 Stroud St, Marion, NC is assigned to McDowell High School (high), rated D; West Mcdowell Middle School (middle), rated D+; West Marion Elementary School (elementary), rated C-. All sit in McDowell County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 438 Stroud St, Marion, NC compare to other homes in Marion 28752?

Among the 12,218 homes in Marion 28752, it is worth more than 28% of them ($120,779 against a typical $190,318), its price per square foot is higher than 19% of them ($104 against a typical $155), it is bigger than 35% of them (1,164 ft² against a typical 1,352 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (3,993 ft² against a typical 1.01 ac) and it is newer than 11% of them (1925 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of McDowell County, it is worth more than 27% 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 438 Stroud St, Marion, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 438 Stroud St, Marion, NC was $509. The county assessed it at $71,210.

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