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$238,731$143 / 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 86How 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 $225,000 on Jun 6, 2025

470 PIEDMONT RD

RUTHERFORDTON, NC 28139
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,670 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.
5.42 ac
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.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$239K
$206K low$271K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$225,000 · Jun 6, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$159,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$48,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$110,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$159,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$159,800

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.56
47
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
19
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
86
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.23 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.minimal

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
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.1968
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.5.42
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Block (Unspecified)
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.Fan Cooling
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 96 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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.

M
R-S Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.9 mi
E
Rutherfordton Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.4 mi
H
R-S Central High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.4 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

470 Piedmont 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 72% of homes in Rutherfordton 28139
  • Bigger than 67% of homes in Rutherford County
  • Has a bigger lot than 84% of homes in Rutherford County
  • Older than 94% 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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$66K$883K

This home is worth more than 37% 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$238,731
CheaperTypical $291,510Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$143
CheaperTypical $180Pricier

Pricier than 28% of homes nearby

Living area1,670 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,537 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Lot size5.42 ac
SmallerTypical 1.81 acBigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Year built1925
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 6% of homes nearby

How 470 Piedmont Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRutherfordton 28139Rutherford County
Estimated valuepricier than$238,73137% of homes50% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14328% of homes41% of homes
Living areabigger than1,670 ft²60% of homes67% of homes
Lot sizebigger than5.42 ac77% of homes84% of homes
Year builtnewer than19256% of homes7% of homes

About 470 Piedmont Rd

How much is 470 Piedmont Rd, Rutherfordton, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 470 Piedmont Rd, Rutherfordton, NC is $238,731 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $206,183 to $271,279. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 470 Piedmont Rd, Rutherfordton, NC last sell?

470 Piedmont Rd, Rutherfordton, NC last sold on Jun 6, 2025 for $225,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 470 Piedmont Rd, Rutherfordton, NC?

470 Piedmont Rd, Rutherfordton, NC has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,670 square feet of living space and a 5.42-acre lot.

When was 470 Piedmont Rd, Rutherfordton, NC built?

470 Piedmont Rd, Rutherfordton, NC was built in 1925, making it 101 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 470 Piedmont Rd, Rutherfordton, NC?

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

How does 470 Piedmont Rd, Rutherfordton, NC compare to other homes in Rutherfordton 28139?

Among the 7,473 homes in Rutherfordton 28139, it is worth more than 37% of them ($238,731 against a typical $291,510), its price per square foot is higher than 28% of them ($143 against a typical $180), it is bigger than 60% of them (1,670 ft² against a typical 1,537 ft²), its lot is bigger than 77% of them (5.42 ac against a typical 1.81 ac) and it is newer than 6% of them (1925 against a typical 1985). Measured against all of Rutherford County, it is worth more than 50% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

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