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522 N WASHINGTON ST

RUTHERFORDTON, NC 28139
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,006 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.
1.41 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1946
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,004 (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.$307,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$39,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$267,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$307,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$307,000

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.
20
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
86
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
95
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.1968
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.41
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.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Partial
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 · 168 ft²Porch · 320 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.

M
R-S Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 mi
H
R-S Central High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.7 mi
E
Rutherfordton Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.1 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%

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

522 N Washington St 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.

  • Bigger than 83% of homes in Rutherford County
  • Older than 86% 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.

Living area2,006 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,540 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Lot size1.41 ac
SmallerTypical 1.85 acBigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

Year built1946
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 14% of homes nearby

How 522 N Washington St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRutherfordton 28139Rutherford County
Living areabigger than2,006 ft²78% of homes83% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.41 ac43% of homes58% of homes
Year builtnewer than194614% of homes17% of homes

About 522 N Washington St

How big is 522 N Washington St, Rutherfordton, NC?

522 N Washington St, Rutherfordton, NC has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,006 square feet of living space and a 1.41-acre lot.

When was 522 N Washington St, Rutherfordton, NC built?

522 N Washington St, Rutherfordton, NC was built in 1946, making it 80 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 522 N Washington St, Rutherfordton, NC?

522 N Washington St, Rutherfordton, NC is assigned to R-S Middle School (middle), rated C-; R-S Central High School (high), rated C-; Rutherfordton Elementary School (elementary), rated C+. All sit in Rutherford County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 522 N Washington St, Rutherfordton, NC compare to other homes in Rutherfordton 28139?

Among the 7,472 homes in Rutherfordton 28139, it is bigger than 78% of them (2,006 ft² against a typical 1,540 ft²), its lot is bigger than 43% of them (1.41 ac against a typical 1.85 ac) and it is newer than 14% of them (1946 against a typical 1985). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 522 N Washington St, Rutherfordton, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 522 N Washington St, Rutherfordton, NC was $3,004. The county assessed it at $307,000.

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