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$219,334$190 / 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 81How 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 $105,000 on Sep 7, 2016

533 ROCKDALE RD

WHITTIER, NC 28789
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,152 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.
1.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$219K
$179K low$260K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$105,000 · Sep 7, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$698 (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.$183,626 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$43,290
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$140,336
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$125,210

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.53
44
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
28
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
79
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
97
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
17
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.10 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
CountyJACKSON
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.1970
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.20
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
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 · 224 ft²

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.

E
Smokey Mountain Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 4.7 mi
H
Jackson County Early CollegeA
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.3 mi

District: Jackson County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28789These 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.95
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.126

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.76%
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.20%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.6,378
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.109 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$44,427
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$71,228
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.58 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

533 Rockdale 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 82% of homes in Jackson County
  • Costs less per square foot than 79% of homes in Jackson County
  • Smaller than 75% of homes in Jackson County
  • Older than 90% of homes in Whittier 28789

What homes are worth in Whittier 28789

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

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$65K$784K

This home is worth more than 35% of homes in Whittier 28789.

How it measures up in Whittier 28789

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Whittier 28789.

Estimated value$219,334
CheaperTypical $271,837Pricier

Pricier than 35% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$190
CheaperTypical $192Pricier

Pricier than 49% of homes nearby

Living area1,152 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,464 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Lot size1.2 ac
SmallerTypical 1.06 acBigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than 10% of homes nearby

How 533 Rockdale Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWhittier 28789Jackson County
Estimated valuepricier than$219,33435% of homes18% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19049% of homes21% of homes
Living areabigger than1,152 ft²31% of homes25% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.2 ac52% of homes57% of homes
Year builtnewer than195010% of homes10% of homes

About 533 Rockdale Rd

How much is 533 Rockdale Rd, Whittier, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 533 Rockdale Rd, Whittier, NC is $219,334 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $178,577 to $260,091. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 533 Rockdale Rd, Whittier, NC last sell?

533 Rockdale Rd, Whittier, NC last sold on Sep 7, 2016 for $105,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 533 Rockdale Rd, Whittier, NC?

533 Rockdale Rd, Whittier, NC has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,152 square feet of living space and a 1.20-acre lot.

When was 533 Rockdale Rd, Whittier, NC built?

533 Rockdale Rd, Whittier, NC was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 533 Rockdale Rd, Whittier, NC?

533 Rockdale Rd, Whittier, NC is assigned to Smokey Mountain Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Jackson County Early College (high), rated A. All sit in Jackson County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 533 Rockdale Rd, Whittier, NC compare to other homes in Whittier 28789?

Among the 2,998 homes in Whittier 28789, it is worth more than 35% of them ($219,334 against a typical $271,837), its price per square foot is higher than 49% of them ($190 against a typical $192), it is bigger than 31% of them (1,152 ft² against a typical 1,464 ft²), its lot is bigger than 52% of them (1.2 ac against a typical 1.06 ac) and it is newer than 10% of them (1950 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of Jackson County, it is worth more than 18% 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 533 Rockdale Rd, Whittier, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 533 Rockdale Rd, Whittier, NC was $698. The county assessed it at $183,626.

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