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$206,520$132 / 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 71How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

490 BABER RD

RUTHERFORDTON, NC 28139
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,560 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.
5.01 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1951
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

$207K
$148K low$266K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$987 (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.$140,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$18,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$122,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$140,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$140,800

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.46
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
22
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
85
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.
32
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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.1960
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.5.01
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.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Fan Cooling
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Mixed
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.Porch · 200 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.

E
Rutherfordton Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.9 mi
H
Rutherford Early College High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.5 mi
M
R-S Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.5 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

490 Baber 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 less than 68% of homes in Rutherfordton 28139
  • Costs less per square foot than 71% of homes in Rutherfordton 28139
  • Has a bigger lot than 83% of homes in Rutherford County
  • Older than 81% 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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$62K$822K

This home is worth more than 32% 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$206,520
CheaperTypical $273,861Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$132
CheaperTypical $169Pricier

Pricier than 29% of homes nearby

Living area1,560 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,540 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Lot size5.01 ac
SmallerTypical 1.75 acBigger

Bigger than 76% of homes nearby

Year built1951
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 19% of homes nearby

How 490 Baber Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRutherfordton 28139Rutherford County
Estimated valuepricier than$206,52032% of homes42% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13229% of homes37% of homes
Living areabigger than1,560 ft²52% of homes59% of homes
Lot sizebigger than5.01 ac76% of homes83% of homes
Year builtnewer than195119% of homes22% of homes

About 490 Baber Rd

How much is 490 Baber Rd, Rutherfordton, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 490 Baber Rd, Rutherfordton, NC is $206,520 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $147,535 to $265,505. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 490 Baber Rd, Rutherfordton, NC?

490 Baber Rd, Rutherfordton, NC has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,560 square feet of living space and a 5.01-acre lot.

When was 490 Baber Rd, Rutherfordton, NC built?

490 Baber Rd, Rutherfordton, NC was built in 1951, making it 75 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 490 Baber Rd, Rutherfordton, NC?

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

How does 490 Baber Rd, Rutherfordton, NC compare to other homes in Rutherfordton 28139?

Among the 7,472 homes in Rutherfordton 28139, it is worth more than 32% of them ($206,520 against a typical $273,861), its price per square foot is higher than 29% of them ($132 against a typical $169), it is bigger than 52% of them (1,560 ft² against a typical 1,540 ft²), its lot is bigger than 76% of them (5.01 ac against a typical 1.75 ac) and it is newer than 19% of them (1951 against a typical 1985). Measured against all of Rutherford County, it is worth more than 42% 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 490 Baber Rd, Rutherfordton, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 490 Baber Rd, Rutherfordton, NC was $987. The county assessed it at $140,800.

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