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$470,201$283 / 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 79How 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

581 PIEDMONT RD

RUTHERFORDTON, NC 28139
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,662 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.
5.18 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.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$470K
$372K low$568K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$470,201
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$376,161

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,537 (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.$230,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$34,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$196,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$230,900

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.34 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 Residential
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
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.5.18
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Partial
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.Deck · 98 ft²Patio · 562 ft²

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 · 2.1 mi
E
Rutherfordton Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.4 mi
H
R-S Central High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.5 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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

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

581 Piedmont 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 83% of homes in Rutherford County
  • Costs more per square foot than 87% of homes in Rutherfordton 28139
  • Bigger than 66% of homes in Rutherford County
  • Has a bigger lot than 84% of homes in Rutherford County
  • Older than 85% of homes in Rutherfordton 28139

What homes are worth in Rutherfordton 28139

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

This home
$72K$883K

This home is worth more than 81% 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.

Estimated value$470,201
CheaperTypical $289,395Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$283
CheaperTypical $179Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Living area1,662 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,540 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 59% of homes nearby

Lot size5.18 ac
SmallerTypical 1.8 acBigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Year built1946
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 15% of homes nearby

How 581 Piedmont Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRutherfordton 28139Rutherford County
Estimated valuepricier than$470,20181% of homes83% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$28387% of homes83% of homes
Living areabigger than1,662 ft²59% of homes66% of homes
Lot sizebigger than5.18 ac77% of homes84% of homes
Year builtnewer than194615% of homes17% of homes

About 581 Piedmont Rd

How much is 581 Piedmont Rd, Rutherfordton, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 581 Piedmont Rd, Rutherfordton, NC is $470,201 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $372,213 to $568,189. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 581 Piedmont Rd, Rutherfordton, NC last sell?

581 Piedmont Rd, Rutherfordton, NC last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 581 Piedmont Rd, Rutherfordton, NC?

581 Piedmont Rd, Rutherfordton, NC has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,662 square feet of living space and a 5.18-acre lot.

When was 581 Piedmont Rd, Rutherfordton, NC built?

581 Piedmont Rd, Rutherfordton, NC was built in 1946, making it 80 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 581 Piedmont Rd, Rutherfordton, NC?

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

How does 581 Piedmont Rd, Rutherfordton, NC compare to other homes in Rutherfordton 28139?

Among the 7,472 homes in Rutherfordton 28139, it is worth more than 81% of them ($470,201 against a typical $289,395), its price per square foot is higher than 87% of them ($283 against a typical $179), it is bigger than 59% of them (1,662 ft² against a typical 1,540 ft²), its lot is bigger than 77% of them (5.18 ac against a typical 1.8 ac) and it is newer than 15% of them (1946 against a typical 1985). Measured against all of Rutherford County, it is worth more than 83% 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 581 Piedmont Rd, Rutherfordton, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 581 Piedmont Rd, Rutherfordton, NC was $1,537. The county assessed it at $230,900.

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