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$557,051$207 / 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 85How 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
Last sold for $220,000 on Aug 29, 2014

518 RUTHERFORD RD

MARION, NC 28752
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,696 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.
0.56 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1925
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$557K
$475K low$640K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$220,000 · Aug 29, 2014

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,215 (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.$203,250 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$40,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$163,250
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$203,250
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$203,250

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.16 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
CountyMcDowell
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.1965
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.56
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.

M
East Mcdowell Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi
E
Marion Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.9 mi
H
McDowell High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.2 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

518 Rutherford 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 95% of homes in Marion 28752
  • Costs more per square foot than 73% of homes in Marion 28752
  • Bigger than 95% of homes in Marion 28752
  • Has a smaller lot than 76% of homes in McDowell County
  • Older than 92% of homes in McDowell County

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
$28K$735K

This home is worth more than 95% 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$557,051
CheaperTypical $198,263Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$207
CheaperTypical $159Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Living area2,696 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,364 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Lot size0.56 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Year built1925
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 10% of homes nearby

How 518 Rutherford Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMarion 28752McDowell County
Estimated valuepricier than$557,05195% of homes90% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20773% of homes64% of homes
Living areabigger than2,696 ft²95% of homes95% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.56 ac31% of homes24% of homes
Year builtnewer than192510% of homes8% of homes

About 518 Rutherford Rd

How much is 518 Rutherford Rd, Marion, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 518 Rutherford Rd, Marion, NC is $557,051 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $474,588 to $639,514. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 518 Rutherford Rd, Marion, NC last sell?

518 Rutherford Rd, Marion, NC last sold on Aug 29, 2014 for $220,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 518 Rutherford Rd, Marion, NC?

518 Rutherford Rd, Marion, NC has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,696 square feet of living space and a 0.56-acre lot.

When was 518 Rutherford Rd, Marion, NC built?

518 Rutherford Rd, Marion, NC was built in 1925, making it 101 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 518 Rutherford Rd, Marion, NC?

518 Rutherford Rd, Marion, NC is assigned to East Mcdowell Middle School (middle), rated B-; Marion Elementary School (elementary), 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 518 Rutherford Rd, Marion, NC compare to other homes in Marion 28752?

Among the 12,218 homes in Marion 28752, it is worth more than 95% of them ($557,051 against a typical $198,263), its price per square foot is higher than 73% of them ($207 against a typical $159), it is bigger than 95% of them (2,696 ft² against a typical 1,364 ft²), its lot is bigger than 31% of them (0.56 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 10% of them (1925 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of McDowell County, it is worth more than 90% 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 518 Rutherford Rd, Marion, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 518 Rutherford Rd, Marion, NC was $1,215. The county assessed it at $203,250.

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