Single Family ResidenceResidential
$214,865$161 / 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
Last sold for $133,500 on Jul 6, 2020
73 LITTLE RIVER DR
SPARTA, NC 28675
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,336 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.
0.44 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1977
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.
Valuation
$215K
$169K low$261K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$133,500 · Jul 6, 2020
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.$0
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$0
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.145%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$133,500
STATE EMPLOYEES CU · 4.37% 1 · recorded Jul 6, 2020
2nd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$165,000
STATE EMPLOYEES CU
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$991 (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.$138,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$24,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$113,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$141,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$138,100
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.Ranch
CountyALLEGHANY
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.1995
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.44
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 320 ft²Shed · 192 ft²Patio · 20 ft²
Transaction History(3)
Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.Neighborhood · ZIP 28675These 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.124
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.90
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.74%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.6,804
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.61 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$44,713
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$67,967
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°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%
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
73 Little River Dr 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.
- Has a smaller lot than 88% of homes in Sparta 28675
What homes are worth in Sparta 28675
Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.
This home
$42K$839K
This home is worth more than 46% of homes in Sparta 28675.
How it measures up in Sparta 28675
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Sparta 28675.
Estimated value$214,865
CheaperTypical $231,585Pricier
Pricier than 46% of homes nearby
Price per ft²$161
CheaperTypical $155Pricier
Pricier than 53% of homes nearby
Living area1,336 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,500 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 38% of homes nearby
Lot size0.44 ac
SmallerTypical 1.46 acBigger
Bigger than 12% of homes nearby
Year built1977
OlderTypical 1978Newer
Newer than 48% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Sparta 28675 | Alleghany County |
|---|---|---|---|
| Estimated valuepricier than | $214,865 | 46% of homes | 39% of homes |
| Price per ft²pricier than | $161 | 53% of homes | 45% of homes |
| Living areabigger than | 1,336 ft² | 38% of homes | 37% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 0.44 ac | 12% of homes | 14% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1977 | 48% of homes | 43% of homes |
About 73 Little River Dr
How much is 73 Little River Dr, Sparta, NC worth?
The TopHap Estimate for 73 Little River Dr, Sparta, NC is $214,865 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $168,820 to $260,910. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.
When did 73 Little River Dr, Sparta, NC last sell?
73 Little River Dr, Sparta, NC last sold on Jul 6, 2020 for $133,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.
How big is 73 Little River Dr, Sparta, NC?
73 Little River Dr, Sparta, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,336 square feet of living space and a 0.44-acre lot.
When was 73 Little River Dr, Sparta, NC built?
73 Little River Dr, Sparta, NC was built in 1977, making it 49 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.
How does 73 Little River Dr, Sparta, NC compare to other homes in Sparta 28675?
Among the 3,681 homes in Sparta 28675, it is worth more than 46% of them ($214,865 against a typical $231,585), its price per square foot is higher than 53% of them ($161 against a typical $155), it is bigger than 38% of them (1,336 ft² against a typical 1,500 ft²), its lot is bigger than 12% of them (0.44 ac against a typical 1.46 ac) and it is newer than 48% of them (1977 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Alleghany County, it is worth more than 39% 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 73 Little River Dr, Sparta, NC?
The 2025 property tax bill for 73 Little River Dr, Sparta, NC was $991. The county assessed it at $138,100.
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