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$216,511$184 / 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 77How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $95,000 on May 28, 2015

538 VALLEY ST

MARION, NC 28752
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,176 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.
0.57 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1960
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$217K
$167K low$266K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$95,000 · May 28, 2015

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$872 (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.$118,680 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$25,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$93,680
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$118,680
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$118,680

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
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.1980
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.57
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Oil
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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.Carport (Unspecified)
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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.

H
McDowell High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi
E
Marion Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.0 mi
M
West Mcdowell Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 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

538 Valley 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 67% of homes in Marion 28752
  • Smaller than 68% of homes in McDowell County
  • Has a smaller lot than 74% of homes in McDowell County
  • Older than 71% 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.

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$27K$720K

This home is worth more than 59% 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$216,511
CheaperTypical $182,452Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$184
CheaperTypical $150Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Living area1,176 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,364 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 36% of homes nearby

Lot size0.57 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 32% of homes nearby

Year built1960
OlderTypical 1973Newer

Newer than 36% of homes nearby

How 538 Valley St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMarion 28752McDowell County
Estimated valuepricier than$216,51159% of homes54% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18467% of homes59% of homes
Living areabigger than1,176 ft²36% of homes32% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.57 ac32% of homes26% of homes
Year builtnewer than196036% of homes29% of homes

About 538 Valley St

How much is 538 Valley St, Marion, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 538 Valley St, Marion, NC is $216,511 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $166,704 to $266,318. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 538 Valley St, Marion, NC last sell?

538 Valley St, Marion, NC last sold on May 28, 2015 for $95,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 538 Valley St, Marion, NC?

538 Valley St, Marion, NC has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,176 square feet of living space and a 0.57-acre lot.

When was 538 Valley St, Marion, NC built?

538 Valley St, Marion, NC was built in 1960, making it 66 years old. It is a ranch home.

What schools serve 538 Valley St, Marion, NC?

538 Valley St, Marion, NC is assigned to McDowell High School (high), rated D+; Marion Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; West Mcdowell Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in McDowell County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 538 Valley St, Marion, NC compare to other homes in Marion 28752?

Among the 12,353 homes in Marion 28752, it is worth more than 59% of them ($216,511 against a typical $182,452), its price per square foot is higher than 67% of them ($184 against a typical $150), it is bigger than 36% of them (1,176 ft² against a typical 1,364 ft²), its lot is bigger than 32% of them (0.57 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 36% of them (1960 against a typical 1973). Measured against all of McDowell County, it is worth more than 54% 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 538 Valley St, Marion, NC?

The 2026 property tax bill for 538 Valley St, Marion, NC was $872. The county assessed it at $118,680.

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