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$156,345$130 / 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 85How 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

697 RIVER RD

TABOR CITY, NC 28463
0
Baths
1,200 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.
1993
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$156K
$133K low$180K 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.$156,345
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$125,076

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,199 (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.$110,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$27,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$83,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$110,400

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.60
88
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
35
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
79
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
84
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
17
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.112 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.1 percent flood zone

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
CountyColumbus
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Roll Composition (rolled Mineral Roof)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes

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.

M
Nakina Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 7.6 mi
E
Old Dock Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 11.7 mi
H
South Columbus SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 15.8 mi

District: Columbus County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28463These 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.94
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.113

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.8.4%
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.8,438
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.72 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$48,903
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$60,061
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.63°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.63%

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.Yes

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

697 River 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 73% of homes in Columbus County
  • Smaller than 74% of homes in Columbus County
  • Newer than 66% of homes in Tabor City 28463

What homes are worth in Tabor City 28463

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

This home
$36K$453K

This home is worth more than 55% of homes in Tabor City 28463.

How it measures up in Tabor City 28463

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Tabor City 28463.

Estimated value$156,345
CheaperTypical $144,423Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$130
CheaperTypical $103Pricier

Pricier than 72% of homes nearby

Living area1,200 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,456 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 29% of homes nearby

Year built1993
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Newer than 66% of homes nearby

How 697 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTabor City 28463Columbus County
Estimated valuepricier than$156,34555% of homes55% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13072% of homes73% of homes
Living areabigger than1,200 ft²29% of homes26% of homes
Year builtnewer than199366% of homes66% of homes

About 697 River Rd

How much is 697 River Rd, Tabor City, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 697 River Rd, Tabor City, NC is $156,345 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $132,685 to $180,005. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When was 697 River Rd, Tabor City, NC built?

697 River Rd, Tabor City, NC was built in 1993, making it 33 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 697 River Rd, Tabor City, NC?

697 River Rd, Tabor City, NC is assigned to Nakina Middle School (middle), rated B; Old Dock Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; South Columbus School (high), rated D. All sit in Columbus County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 697 River Rd, Tabor City, NC compare to other homes in Tabor City 28463?

Among the 2,656 homes in Tabor City 28463, it is worth more than 55% of them ($156,345 against a typical $144,423), its price per square foot is higher than 72% of them ($130 against a typical $103), it is bigger than 29% of them (1,200 ft² against a typical 1,456 ft²) and it is newer than 66% of them (1993 against a typical 1976). Measured against all of Columbus County, it is worth more than 55% 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 697 River Rd, Tabor City, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 697 River Rd, Tabor City, NC was $1,199. The county assessed it at $110,400.

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