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$238,812$147 / 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 78How 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 $177,500 on Aug 8, 2016

481 HIGH RIDGE RD

MARION, NC 28752
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,620 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.
0.22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1991
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$239K
$186K low$292K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$177,500 · Aug 8, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$759 (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.$111,908 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$34,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$77,908
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$241,650
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$111,908

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.43
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
21
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
76
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
93
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
25
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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.Rural Residence
CountyMCDOWELL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.22
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.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(2)

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
North Cove Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 5.1 mi
M
West Mcdowell Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 10.6 mi
H
McDowell High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 10.9 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

481 High Ridge 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.

  • Bigger than 69% of homes in Marion 28752
  • Has a smaller lot than 93% of homes in McDowell County
  • Newer than 71% of homes in Marion 28752

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
$29K$726K

This home is worth more than 63% 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$238,812
CheaperTypical $191,154Pricier

Pricier than 63% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$147
CheaperTypical $154Pricier

Pricier than 46% of homes nearby

Living area1,620 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,354 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 69% of homes nearby

Lot size0.22 ac
SmallerTypical 1.01 acBigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Year built1991
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 71% of homes nearby

How 481 High Ridge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMarion 28752McDowell County
Estimated valuepricier than$238,81263% of homes58% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14746% of homes41% of homes
Living areabigger than1,620 ft²69% of homes66% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.22 ac10% of homes7% of homes
Year builtnewer than199171% of homes63% of homes

About 481 High Ridge Rd

How much is 481 High Ridge Rd, Marion, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 481 High Ridge Rd, Marion, NC is $238,812 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $186,013 to $291,611. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 481 High Ridge Rd, Marion, NC last sell?

481 High Ridge Rd, Marion, NC last sold on Aug 8, 2016 for $177,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 481 High Ridge Rd, Marion, NC?

481 High Ridge Rd, Marion, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,620 square feet of living space and a 0.22-acre lot.

When was 481 High Ridge Rd, Marion, NC built?

481 High Ridge Rd, Marion, NC was built in 1991, making it 35 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 481 High Ridge Rd, Marion, NC?

481 High Ridge Rd, Marion, NC is assigned to North Cove Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; West Mcdowell Middle School (middle), 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 481 High Ridge Rd, Marion, NC compare to other homes in Marion 28752?

Among the 12,218 homes in Marion 28752, it is worth more than 63% of them ($238,812 against a typical $191,154), its price per square foot is higher than 46% of them ($147 against a typical $154), it is bigger than 69% of them (1,620 ft² against a typical 1,354 ft²), its lot is bigger than 10% of them (0.22 ac against a typical 1.01 ac) and it is newer than 71% of them (1991 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of McDowell County, it is worth more than 58% 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 481 High Ridge Rd, Marion, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 481 High Ridge Rd, Marion, NC was $759. The county assessed it at $111,908.

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