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$220,357$220 / 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 85How 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 $40,000 on Jan 9, 2003

4642 HILLTOP ST

CATAWBA, NC 28609
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,000 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.
0.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1963
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.

Valuation

$220K
$188K low$253K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$40,000 · Jan 9, 2003

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$459 (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.$115,300 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$112,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$115,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$115,300

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.63
68
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.
83
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
88
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.37 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyCATAWBA
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.1995
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.13
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.No Foundation
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.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.Patio · 336 ft²Porch · 168 ft²

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

M
River Bend Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.2 mi
H
Bunker Hill High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi
E
Oxford Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 3.1 mi

District: Catawba County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28609These 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.115
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 100.67

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.89%
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.11%
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.7,063
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.151 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$69,837
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$81,323
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.60%

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How this home compares

4642 Hilltop 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 76% of homes in Catawba County
  • Smaller than 91% of homes in Catawba 28609
  • Has a smaller lot than 97% of homes in Catawba 28609
  • Older than 74% of homes in Catawba 28609

What homes are worth in Catawba 28609

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

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$45K$1.4M

This home is worth more than 40% of homes in Catawba 28609.

How it measures up in Catawba 28609

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Catawba 28609.

Estimated value$220,357
CheaperTypical $262,579Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$220
CheaperTypical $173Pricier

Pricier than 71% of homes nearby

Living area1,000 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,620 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 9% of homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 1.04 acBigger

Bigger than 3% of homes nearby

Year built1963
OlderTypical 1991Newer

Newer than 26% of homes nearby

How 4642 Hilltop St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCatawba 28609Catawba County
Estimated valuepricier than$220,35740% of homes41% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22071% of homes76% of homes
Living areabigger than1,000 ft²9% of homes9% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac3% of homes6% of homes
Year builtnewer than196326% of homes30% of homes

About 4642 Hilltop St

How much is 4642 Hilltop St, Catawba, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4642 Hilltop St, Catawba, NC is $220,357 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $187,657 to $253,057. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4642 Hilltop St, Catawba, NC last sell?

4642 Hilltop St, Catawba, NC last sold on Jan 9, 2003 for $40,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 4642 Hilltop St, Catawba, NC?

4642 Hilltop St, Catawba, NC has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,000 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 4642 Hilltop St, Catawba, NC built?

4642 Hilltop St, Catawba, NC was built in 1963, making it 63 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 4642 Hilltop St, Catawba, NC?

4642 Hilltop St, Catawba, NC is assigned to River Bend Middle School (middle), rated C; Bunker Hill High School (high), rated C; Oxford Elementary School (elementary), rated D. All sit in Catawba County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 4642 Hilltop St, Catawba, NC compare to other homes in Catawba 28609?

Among the 3,317 homes in Catawba 28609, it is worth more than 40% of them ($220,357 against a typical $262,579), its price per square foot is higher than 71% of them ($220 against a typical $173), it is bigger than 9% of them (1,000 ft² against a typical 1,620 ft²), its lot is bigger than 3% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 1.04 ac) and it is newer than 26% of them (1963 against a typical 1991). Measured against all of Catawba County, it is worth more than 41% 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 4642 Hilltop St, Catawba, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 4642 Hilltop St, Catawba, NC was $459. The county assessed it at $115,300.

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