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$542,096$236 / 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 Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $325,000 on Aug 16, 2019

549 SWOFFORD RD

MARION, NC 28752
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,297 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.
12.69 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1947
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$542K
$470K low$614K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$325,000 · Aug 16, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,638 (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.$383,360 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$55,840
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$327,520
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$383,360
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$383,360

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.58 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.Rural 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.1990
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.12.69
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asbestos
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Shed · 352 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.

E
North Cove Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 7.7 mi
M
West Mcdowell Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 13.3 mi
H
McDowell High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 13.4 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

549 Swofford 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 83% of homes in Marion 28752
  • Bigger than 91% of homes in Marion 28752
  • Has a bigger lot than 93% of homes in Marion 28752
  • Older than 83% 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 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$542,096
CheaperTypical $182,452Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$236
CheaperTypical $150Pricier

Pricier than 83% of homes nearby

Living area2,297 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,364 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Lot size12.69 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 93% of homes nearby

Year built1947
OlderTypical 1973Newer

Newer than 22% of homes nearby

How 549 Swofford Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMarion 28752McDowell County
Estimated valuepricier than$542,09695% of homes89% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23683% of homes74% of homes
Living areabigger than2,297 ft²91% of homes90% of homes
Lot sizebigger than12.69 ac93% of homes92% of homes
Year builtnewer than194722% of homes17% of homes

About 549 Swofford Rd

How much is 549 Swofford Rd, Marion, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 549 Swofford Rd, Marion, NC is $542,096 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $469,988 to $614,204. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 549 Swofford Rd, Marion, NC last sell?

549 Swofford Rd, Marion, NC last sold on Aug 16, 2019 for $325,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 549 Swofford Rd, Marion, NC?

549 Swofford Rd, Marion, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,297 square feet of living space and a 12.69-acre lot.

When was 549 Swofford Rd, Marion, NC built?

549 Swofford Rd, Marion, NC was built in 1947, making it 79 years old. It is a ranch home.

What schools serve 549 Swofford Rd, Marion, NC?

549 Swofford Rd, Marion, NC is assigned to North Cove Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; West Mcdowell Middle School (middle), 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 549 Swofford Rd, Marion, NC compare to other homes in Marion 28752?

Among the 12,353 homes in Marion 28752, it is worth more than 95% of them ($542,096 against a typical $182,452), its price per square foot is higher than 83% of them ($236 against a typical $150), it is bigger than 91% of them (2,297 ft² against a typical 1,364 ft²), its lot is bigger than 93% of them (12.69 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 22% of them (1947 against a typical 1973). Measured against all of McDowell County, it is worth more than 89% 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 549 Swofford Rd, Marion, NC?

The 2026 property tax bill for 549 Swofford Rd, Marion, NC was $2,638. The county assessed it at $383,360.

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