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$77,849$49 / 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 62How 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 $70,000 on Aug 27, 2024

605 RIDDLE RD

NORTH WILKESBORO, NC 28659
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,584 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.
0.85 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1940
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$78K
$48K low$108K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$70,000 · Aug 27, 2024
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.$77,849
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$62,279

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$988 (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.$205,210 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$28,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$176,810
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$97,940
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$205,210

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.47
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
21
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
86
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.

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.0.85
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
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.Garage, Detached
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.

E
Roaring River Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.0 mi
H
East Wilkes High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.4 mi
M
East Wilkes Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 7.6 mi

District: Wilkes County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28659These 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.120
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.88

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.10%
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.20,258
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.197 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$52,029
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$68,167
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.60%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
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

605 Riddle 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 98% of homes in North Wilkesboro 28659
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in North Wilkesboro 28659
  • Has a smaller lot than 65% of homes in Wilkes County
  • Older than 87% of homes in Wilkes County

What homes are worth in North Wilkesboro 28659

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

This home
$81K$627K

This home is worth more than 2% of homes in North Wilkesboro 28659.

How it measures up in North Wilkesboro 28659

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in North Wilkesboro 28659.

Estimated value$77,849
CheaperTypical $205,722Pricier

Pricier than 2% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$49
CheaperTypical $147Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,584 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,380 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Lot size0.85 ac
SmallerTypical 0.85 acBigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Year built1940
OlderTypical 1969Newer

Newer than 17% of homes nearby

How 605 Riddle Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorth Wilkesboro 28659Wilkes County
Estimated valuepricier than$77,8492% of homes2% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$49almost no homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than1,584 ft²63% of homes61% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.85 ac50% of homes35% of homes
Year builtnewer than194017% of homes13% of homes

About 605 Riddle Rd

How much is 605 Riddle Rd, North Wilkesboro, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 605 Riddle Rd, North Wilkesboro, NC is $77,849 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $48,122 to $107,576. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 605 Riddle Rd, North Wilkesboro, NC last sell?

605 Riddle Rd, North Wilkesboro, NC last sold on Aug 27, 2024 for $70,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 605 Riddle Rd, North Wilkesboro, NC?

605 Riddle Rd, North Wilkesboro, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,584 square feet of living space and a 0.85-acre lot.

When was 605 Riddle Rd, North Wilkesboro, NC built?

605 Riddle Rd, North Wilkesboro, NC was built in 1940, making it 86 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 605 Riddle Rd, North Wilkesboro, NC?

605 Riddle Rd, North Wilkesboro, NC is assigned to Roaring River Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; East Wilkes High School (high), rated B-; East 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 605 Riddle Rd, North Wilkesboro, NC compare to other homes in North Wilkesboro 28659?

Among the 7,084 homes in North Wilkesboro 28659, it is worth more than 2% of them ($77,849 against a typical $205,722), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($49 against a typical $147), it is bigger than 63% of them (1,584 ft² against a typical 1,380 ft²), its lot is bigger than 50% of them (0.85 ac against a typical 0.85 ac) and it is newer than 17% of them (1940 against a typical 1969). Measured against all of Wilkes County, it is worth more than 2% 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 605 Riddle Rd, North Wilkesboro, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 605 Riddle Rd, North Wilkesboro, NC was $988. The county assessed it at $205,210.

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