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$397,607$243 / 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 90How 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 $65,000 on Sep 10, 2009

4978 RITCHIE RD

LINCOLNTON, NC 28092
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,635 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.
2.48 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1993
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
7
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$398K
$358K low$437K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$65,000 · Sep 10, 2009

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,841 (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.$279,357 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$38,342
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$241,015
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$279,357
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$279,357

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
CountyLINCOLN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.48
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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.Shed · 416 ft²

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
Lincolnton Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.5 mi
H
Lincolnton High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.4 mi
E
Norris S. Childers Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 5.7 mi

District: Lincoln County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28092These 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.129
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.74

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.9%
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.43,813
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.367 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$65,157
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$79,382
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.63%

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How this home compares

4978 Ritchie 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 78% of homes in Lincolnton 28092
  • Costs more per square foot than 82% of homes in Lincolnton 28092
  • Has a bigger lot than 86% of homes in Lincoln County

What homes are worth in Lincolnton 28092

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

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$75K$775K

This home is worth more than 78% of homes in Lincolnton 28092.

How it measures up in Lincolnton 28092

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lincolnton 28092.

Estimated value$397,607
CheaperTypical $289,590Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$243
CheaperTypical $186Pricier

Pricier than 82% of homes nearby

Living area1,635 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,462 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Lot size2.48 ac
SmallerTypical 0.76 acBigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

Year built1993
OlderTypical 1984Newer

Newer than 63% of homes nearby

How 4978 Ritchie Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLincolnton 28092Lincoln County
Estimated valuepricier than$397,60778% of homes48% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24382% of homes63% of homes
Living areabigger than1,635 ft²63% of homes48% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.48 ac85% of homes86% of homes
Year builtnewer than199363% of homes45% of homes

About 4978 Ritchie Rd

How much is 4978 Ritchie Rd, Lincolnton, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4978 Ritchie Rd, Lincolnton, NC is $397,607 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $357,906 to $437,308. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4978 Ritchie Rd, Lincolnton, NC last sell?

4978 Ritchie Rd, Lincolnton, NC last sold on Sep 10, 2009 for $65,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 4978 Ritchie Rd, Lincolnton, NC?

4978 Ritchie Rd, Lincolnton, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,635 square feet of living space and a 2.48-acre lot.

When was 4978 Ritchie Rd, Lincolnton, NC built?

4978 Ritchie Rd, Lincolnton, NC was built in 1993, making it 33 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 4978 Ritchie Rd, Lincolnton, NC?

4978 Ritchie Rd, Lincolnton, NC is assigned to Lincolnton Middle School (middle), rated C-; Lincolnton High School (high), rated C-; Norris S. Childers Elementary School (elementary), rated C+. All sit in Lincoln County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 4978 Ritchie Rd, Lincolnton, NC compare to other homes in Lincolnton 28092?

Among the 16,398 homes in Lincolnton 28092, it is worth more than 78% of them ($397,607 against a typical $289,590), its price per square foot is higher than 82% of them ($243 against a typical $186), it is bigger than 63% of them (1,635 ft² against a typical 1,462 ft²), its lot is bigger than 85% of them (2.48 ac against a typical 0.76 ac) and it is newer than 63% of them (1993 against a typical 1984). Measured against all of Lincoln County, it is worth more than 48% 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 4978 Ritchie Rd, Lincolnton, NC?

The 2026 property tax bill for 4978 Ritchie Rd, Lincolnton, NC was $1,841. The county assessed it at $279,357.

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