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$300,883$164 / 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 82How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026

487 RUSSELL GAP RD

TAYLORSVILLE, NC 28681
1
Beds
2
Baths
1,840 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.
16.9 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1953
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$301K
$246K low$356K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$389 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$53,709 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$22,860
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$30,849
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$53,709
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$111,451

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.33
92
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.
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.136 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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyALEXANDER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.16.90
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
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.

E
Sugar Loaf Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 3.4 mi
H
Alexander Central High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.9 mi
M
East Alexander Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 7.9 mi

District: Alexander County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28681These 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.122
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.82

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.10%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.25,400
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.$62,526
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$78,463
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.57°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.50 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

487 Russell Gap 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 69% of homes in Taylorsville 28681
  • Bigger than 77% of homes in Taylorsville 28681
  • Has a bigger lot than 96% of homes in Taylorsville 28681
  • Older than 90% of homes in Taylorsville 28681

What homes are worth in Taylorsville 28681

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

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$24K$823K

This home is worth more than 69% of homes in Taylorsville 28681.

How it measures up in Taylorsville 28681

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Taylorsville 28681.

Estimated value$300,883
CheaperTypical $224,653Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$164
CheaperTypical $173Pricier

Pricier than 46% of homes nearby

Living area1,840 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,463 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Lot size16.9 ac
SmallerTypical 1.09 acBigger

Bigger than 96% of homes nearby

Year built1953
OlderTypical 1984Newer

Newer than 10% of homes nearby

How 487 Russell Gap Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTaylorsville 28681Alexander County
Estimated valuepricier than$300,88369% of homes69% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16446% of homes44% of homes
Living areabigger than1,840 ft²77% of homes77% of homes
Lot sizebigger than16.9 ac96% of homes95% of homes
Year builtnewer than195310% of homes10% of homes

About 487 Russell Gap Rd

How much is 487 Russell Gap Rd, Taylorsville, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 487 Russell Gap Rd, Taylorsville, NC is $300,883 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $245,910 to $355,856. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 487 Russell Gap Rd, Taylorsville, NC last sell?

487 Russell Gap Rd, Taylorsville, NC last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 487 Russell Gap Rd, Taylorsville, NC?

487 Russell Gap Rd, Taylorsville, NC has 1 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,840 square feet of living space and a 16.90-acre lot.

When was 487 Russell Gap Rd, Taylorsville, NC built?

487 Russell Gap Rd, Taylorsville, NC was built in 1953, making it 73 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 487 Russell Gap Rd, Taylorsville, NC?

487 Russell Gap Rd, Taylorsville, NC is assigned to Sugar Loaf Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Alexander Central High School (high), rated B-; East Alexander Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Alexander County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 487 Russell Gap Rd, Taylorsville, NC compare to other homes in Taylorsville 28681?

Among the 11,414 homes in Taylorsville 28681, it is worth more than 69% of them ($300,883 against a typical $224,653), its price per square foot is higher than 46% of them ($164 against a typical $173), it is bigger than 77% of them (1,840 ft² against a typical 1,463 ft²), its lot is bigger than 96% of them (16.9 ac against a typical 1.09 ac) and it is newer than 10% of them (1953 against a typical 1984). Measured against all of Alexander County, it is worth more than 69% 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 487 Russell Gap Rd, Taylorsville, NC?

The 2026 property tax bill for 487 Russell Gap Rd, Taylorsville, NC was $389. The county assessed it at $53,709.

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