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$491,012$171 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $62,000 on Nov 1, 1998

478 RUTHERFORD RD

MARION, NC 28752
3
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
2,874 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.
0.33 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1930
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$491K
$392K low$590K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$62,000 · Nov 1, 1998

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,211 (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.$202,470 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$40,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$162,470
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$202,470
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$202,470

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.57
43
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
9
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.10 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 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.1970
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.33
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Baseboard
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.

M
East Mcdowell Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi
E
Marion Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.9 mi
H
McDowell High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.2 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

478 Rutherford 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 92% of homes in Marion 28752
  • Bigger than 97% of homes in Marion 28752
  • Has a smaller lot than 87% of homes in McDowell County
  • Older than 89% 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.

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$28K$735K

This home is worth more than 92% 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$491,012
CheaperTypical $198,263Pricier

Pricier than 92% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$171
CheaperTypical $159Pricier

Pricier than 57% of homes nearby

Living area2,874 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,364 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Lot size0.33 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 18% of homes nearby

Year built1930
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 13% of homes nearby

How 478 Rutherford Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMarion 28752McDowell County
Estimated valuepricier than$491,01292% of homes86% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17157% of homes50% of homes
Living areabigger than2,874 ft²97% of homes96% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.33 ac18% of homes13% of homes
Year builtnewer than193013% of homes11% of homes

About 478 Rutherford Rd

How much is 478 Rutherford Rd, Marion, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 478 Rutherford Rd, Marion, NC is $491,012 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $391,669 to $590,355. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 478 Rutherford Rd, Marion, NC last sell?

478 Rutherford Rd, Marion, NC last sold on Nov 1, 1998 for $62,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 478 Rutherford Rd, Marion, NC?

478 Rutherford Rd, Marion, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,874 square feet of living space and a 0.33-acre lot.

When was 478 Rutherford Rd, Marion, NC built?

478 Rutherford Rd, Marion, NC was built in 1930, making it 96 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 478 Rutherford Rd, Marion, NC?

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

How does 478 Rutherford Rd, Marion, NC compare to other homes in Marion 28752?

Among the 12,218 homes in Marion 28752, it is worth more than 92% of them ($491,012 against a typical $198,263), its price per square foot is higher than 57% of them ($171 against a typical $159), it is bigger than 97% of them (2,874 ft² against a typical 1,364 ft²), its lot is bigger than 18% of them (0.33 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 13% of them (1930 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of McDowell County, it is worth more than 86% 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 478 Rutherford Rd, Marion, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 478 Rutherford Rd, Marion, NC was $1,211. The county assessed it at $202,470.

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