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$535,953$140 / 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 87How 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

509 RIVERSIDE DR

MORGANTON, NC 28655
4
Beds
3
Baths
3,824 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.
1.26 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.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$536K
$468K low$604K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,451 (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.$424,108 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$71,162
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$352,946
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$424,108
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$424,108

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.60
48
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
13
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.
91
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.12 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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.Conventional
CountyBurke
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.1990
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.26
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Masonry (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 48 ft²Patio · 169 ft²Porch · 48 ft²

Transaction History(5)

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
Forest Hill Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.7 mi
H
Freedom High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
M
Walter Johnson Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.8 mi

District: Burke County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28655These 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.108
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.84

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.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
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.56,908
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.180 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$56,705
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$72,830
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.57°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

509 Riverside Dr 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 Morganton 28655
  • Bigger than 97% of homes in Morganton 28655
  • Has a bigger lot than 68% of homes in Morganton 28655
  • Older than 78% of homes in Burke County

What homes are worth in Morganton 28655

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

This home
$56K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 92% of homes in Morganton 28655.

How it measures up in Morganton 28655

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Morganton 28655.

Estimated value$535,953
CheaperTypical $231,565Pricier

Pricier than 92% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$140
CheaperTypical $156Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Living area3,824 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,428 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Lot size1.26 ac
SmallerTypical 0.77 acBigger

Bigger than 68% of homes nearby

Year built1953
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Newer than 23% of homes nearby

How 509 Riverside Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMorganton 28655Burke County
Estimated valuepricier than$535,95392% of homes92% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14039% of homes41% of homes
Living areabigger than3,824 ft²97% of homes97% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.26 ac68% of homes66% of homes
Year builtnewer than195323% of homes22% of homes

About 509 Riverside Dr

How much is 509 Riverside Dr, Morganton, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 509 Riverside Dr, Morganton, NC is $535,953 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $467,506 to $604,400. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 509 Riverside Dr, Morganton, NC?

509 Riverside Dr, Morganton, NC has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3,824 square feet of living space and a 1.26-acre lot.

When was 509 Riverside Dr, Morganton, NC built?

509 Riverside Dr, Morganton, NC was built in 1953, making it 73 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 509 Riverside Dr, Morganton, NC?

509 Riverside Dr, Morganton, NC is assigned to Forest Hill Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Freedom High School (high), rated C; Walter Johnson Middle School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Burke County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 509 Riverside Dr, Morganton, NC compare to other homes in Morganton 28655?

Among the 20,985 homes in Morganton 28655, it is worth more than 92% of them ($535,953 against a typical $231,565), its price per square foot is higher than 39% of them ($140 against a typical $156), it is bigger than 97% of them (3,824 ft² against a typical 1,428 ft²), its lot is bigger than 68% of them (1.26 ac against a typical 0.77 ac) and it is newer than 23% of them (1953 against a typical 1976). Measured against all of Burke County, it is worth more than 92% 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 509 Riverside Dr, Morganton, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 509 Riverside Dr, Morganton, NC was $2,451. The county assessed it at $424,108.

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