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$287,147$147 / 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 77How 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 $239,000 on Apr 14, 2022

739 RIDGE LN

WILKESBORO, NC 28697
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,950 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.
6 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2002
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.

Valuation

$287K
$220K low$354K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$239,000 · Apr 14, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,109 (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.$419,740 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$112,650
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$307,090
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$201,990
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$419,740

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.66
100
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
13
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
85
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
97
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.197 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.0.2 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
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.6.00
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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
Mt. Pleasant Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.3 mi
M
West Wilkes Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.0 mi
H
West Wilkes High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.3 mi

District: Wilkes County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28697These 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.105
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.89%
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.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.12,540
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.196 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$54,215
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$75,028
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°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%

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How this home compares

739 Ridge Ln 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 less per square foot than 75% of homes in Wilkesboro 28697
  • Bigger than 79% of homes in Wilkes County
  • Has a bigger lot than 92% of homes in Wilkesboro 28697
  • Newer than 89% of homes in Wilkesboro 28697

What homes are worth in Wilkesboro 28697

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

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$68K$917K

This home is worth more than 47% of homes in Wilkesboro 28697.

How it measures up in Wilkesboro 28697

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wilkesboro 28697.

Estimated value$287,147
CheaperTypical $296,262Pricier

Pricier than 47% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$147
CheaperTypical $183Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Living area1,950 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,573 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 69% of homes nearby

Lot size6 ac
SmallerTypical 0.86 acBigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Year built2002
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 89% of homes nearby

How 739 Ridge Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWilkesboro 28697Wilkes County
Estimated valuepricier than$287,14747% of homes63% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14725% of homes36% of homes
Living areabigger than1,950 ft²69% of homes79% of homes
Lot sizebigger than6 ac92% of homes82% of homes
Year builtnewer than200289% of homes87% of homes

About 739 Ridge Ln

How much is 739 Ridge Ln, Wilkesboro, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 739 Ridge Ln, Wilkesboro, NC is $287,147 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $220,397 to $353,897. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 739 Ridge Ln, Wilkesboro, NC last sell?

739 Ridge Ln, Wilkesboro, NC last sold on Apr 14, 2022 for $239,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 739 Ridge Ln, Wilkesboro, NC?

739 Ridge Ln, Wilkesboro, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,950 square feet of living space and a 6.00-acre lot.

When was 739 Ridge Ln, Wilkesboro, NC built?

739 Ridge Ln, Wilkesboro, NC was built in 2002, making it 24 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 739 Ridge Ln, Wilkesboro, NC?

739 Ridge Ln, Wilkesboro, NC is assigned to Mt. Pleasant Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; West Wilkes Middle School (middle), rated B-; West Wilkes High School (high), rated C+. All sit in Wilkes County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 739 Ridge Ln, Wilkesboro, NC compare to other homes in Wilkesboro 28697?

Among the 4,589 homes in Wilkesboro 28697, it is worth more than 47% of them ($287,147 against a typical $296,262), its price per square foot is higher than 25% of them ($147 against a typical $183), it is bigger than 69% of them (1,950 ft² against a typical 1,573 ft²), its lot is bigger than 92% of them (6 ac against a typical 0.86 ac) and it is newer than 89% of them (2002 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Wilkes County, it is worth more than 63% 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 739 Ridge Ln, Wilkesboro, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 739 Ridge Ln, Wilkesboro, NC was $2,109. The county assessed it at $419,740.

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