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$272,395$205 / 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 78How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

561 CAIN RIDGE RD

WILKESBORO, NC 28697
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,328 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.
28.22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1955
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$272K
$212K low$333K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$841 (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.$178,050 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$63,950
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$114,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$161,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$178,050

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.
15
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
84
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
96
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
35
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyWILKES
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.28.22
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

H
Wilkes Central High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
E
Moravian Falls Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.2 mi
M
Central Wilkes Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.5 mi

District: Wilkes County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28697These 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.105
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.89%
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.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.12,540
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.196 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$54,215
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$75,028
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.52 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.60%

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How this home compares

561 Cain Ridge 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 71% of homes in Wilkes County
  • Smaller than 66% of homes in Wilkesboro 28697
  • Among the largest lots in Wilkesboro 28697
  • Older than 81% of homes in Wilkesboro 28697

What homes are worth in Wilkesboro 28697

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

This home
$72K$987K

This home is worth more than 44% of homes in Wilkesboro 28697.

How it measures up in Wilkesboro 28697

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wilkesboro 28697.

Estimated value$272,395
CheaperTypical $289,296Pricier

Pricier than 44% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$205
CheaperTypical $178Pricier

Pricier than 66% of homes nearby

Living area1,328 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,578 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Lot size28.22 ac
SmallerTypical 0.86 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built1955
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 19% of homes nearby

How 561 Cain Ridge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWilkesboro 28697Wilkes County
Estimated valuepricier than$272,39544% of homes61% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20566% of homes71% of homes
Living areabigger than1,328 ft²34% of homes43% of homes
Lot sizebigger than28.22 acalmost all homes96% of homes
Year builtnewer than195519% of homes25% of homes

About 561 Cain Ridge Rd

How much is 561 Cain Ridge Rd, Wilkesboro, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 561 Cain Ridge Rd, Wilkesboro, NC is $272,395 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $212,109 to $332,681. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 561 Cain Ridge Rd, Wilkesboro, NC last sell?

561 Cain Ridge Rd, Wilkesboro, NC last sold on Apr 14, 1993, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 561 Cain Ridge Rd, Wilkesboro, NC?

561 Cain Ridge Rd, Wilkesboro, NC has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,328 square feet of living space and a 28.22-acre lot.

When was 561 Cain Ridge Rd, Wilkesboro, NC built?

561 Cain Ridge Rd, Wilkesboro, NC was built in 1955, making it 71 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 561 Cain Ridge Rd, Wilkesboro, NC?

561 Cain Ridge Rd, Wilkesboro, NC is assigned to Wilkes Central High School (high), rated C; Moravian Falls Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Central Wilkes Middle School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Wilkes County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 561 Cain Ridge Rd, Wilkesboro, NC compare to other homes in Wilkesboro 28697?

Among the 4,589 homes in Wilkesboro 28697, it is worth more than 44% of them ($272,395 against a typical $289,296), its price per square foot is higher than 66% of them ($205 against a typical $178), it is bigger than 34% of them (1,328 ft² against a typical 1,578 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (28.22 ac against a typical 0.86 ac) and it is newer than 19% of them (1955 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Wilkes County, it is worth more than 61% 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 561 Cain Ridge Rd, Wilkesboro, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 561 Cain Ridge Rd, Wilkesboro, NC was $841. The county assessed it at $178,050.

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