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$172,583$157 / 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 73How 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 $40,000 on Feb 1, 1987

657 ROCKHOUSE RD

MARION, NC 28752
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,096 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.
1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1986
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

$173K
$126K low$219K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$40,000 · Feb 1, 1987

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,038 (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.$146,570 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$20,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$126,570
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$146,570
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$146,570

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.Split Level
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.1991
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.00
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
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
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

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

E
Glenwood Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.2 mi
H
McDowell Early CollegeA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.3 mi
M
East Mcdowell Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 7.8 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

657 Rockhouse 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.

  • Smaller than 75% of homes in McDowell County
  • Newer than 65% of homes in Marion 28752

What homes are worth in Marion 28752

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

This home
$27K$720K

This home is worth more than 47% 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$172,583
CheaperTypical $182,452Pricier

Pricier than 47% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$157
CheaperTypical $150Pricier

Pricier than 54% of homes nearby

Living area1,096 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,364 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 29% of homes nearby

Lot size1 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Year built1986
OlderTypical 1973Newer

Newer than 65% of homes nearby

How 657 Rockhouse Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMarion 28752McDowell County
Estimated valuepricier than$172,58347% of homes43% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15754% of homes48% of homes
Living areabigger than1,096 ft²29% of homes25% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1 ac51% of homes44% of homes
Year builtnewer than198665% of homes57% of homes

About 657 Rockhouse Rd

How much is 657 Rockhouse Rd, Marion, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 657 Rockhouse Rd, Marion, NC is $172,583 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $126,310 to $218,856. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 657 Rockhouse Rd, Marion, NC last sell?

657 Rockhouse Rd, Marion, NC last sold on Feb 1, 1987 for $40,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 657 Rockhouse Rd, Marion, NC?

657 Rockhouse Rd, Marion, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,096 square feet of living space and a 1.00-acre lot.

When was 657 Rockhouse Rd, Marion, NC built?

657 Rockhouse Rd, Marion, NC was built in 1986, making it 40 years old. It is a split level home.

What schools serve 657 Rockhouse Rd, Marion, NC?

657 Rockhouse Rd, Marion, NC is assigned to Glenwood Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; McDowell Early College (high), rated A+; East 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 657 Rockhouse Rd, Marion, NC compare to other homes in Marion 28752?

Among the 12,353 homes in Marion 28752, it is worth more than 47% of them ($172,583 against a typical $182,452), its price per square foot is higher than 54% of them ($157 against a typical $150), it is bigger than 29% of them (1,096 ft² against a typical 1,364 ft²), its lot is bigger than 51% of them (1 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 65% of them (1986 against a typical 1973). Measured against all of McDowell County, it is worth more than 43% 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 657 Rockhouse Rd, Marion, NC?

The 2026 property tax bill for 657 Rockhouse Rd, Marion, NC was $1,038. The county assessed it at $146,570.

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