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$476,543$229 / 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 88How 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 $728 on Nov 17, 2021

81 RIVERVIEW DR

WHITTIER, NC 28789
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,080 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.
1.89 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2016
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$477K
$421K low$532K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$728 · Nov 17, 2021
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.$476,543
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$381,234

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$899 (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.$191,150 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$26,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$164,650
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$191,150
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$191,150

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountySWAIN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.89
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
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(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.

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

E
Swain County East Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.1 mi
M
Cherokee Extension School
Middle · Grades KG–12 · 4.2 mi

District: Swain County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28789These 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.95
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 100.126

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.76%
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.20%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.6,378
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.109 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$44,427
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$71,228
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.58 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

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

81 Riverview 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.

  • Worth more than 87% of homes in Whittier 28789
  • Costs more per square foot than 78% of homes in Swain County
  • Bigger than 77% of homes in Whittier 28789
  • Among the newest homes in Swain County

What homes are worth in Whittier 28789

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

This home
$65K$798K

This home is worth more than 87% of homes in Whittier 28789.

How it measures up in Whittier 28789

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Whittier 28789.

Estimated value$476,543
CheaperTypical $271,725Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$229
CheaperTypical $193Pricier

Pricier than 66% of homes nearby

Living area2,080 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,468 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Lot size1.89 ac
SmallerTypical 1.06 acBigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Year built2016
OlderTypical 1990Newer

Newer than almost all homes nearby

How 81 Riverview Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWhittier 28789Swain County
Estimated valuepricier than$476,54387% of homes81% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22966% of homes78% of homes
Living areabigger than2,080 ft²77% of homes62% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.89 ac57% of homes59% of homes
Year builtnewer than2016almost all homesalmost all homes

About 81 Riverview Dr

How much is 81 Riverview Dr, Whittier, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 81 Riverview Dr, Whittier, NC is $476,543 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $421,071 to $532,015. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 81 Riverview Dr, Whittier, NC last sell?

81 Riverview Dr, Whittier, NC last sold on Nov 17, 2021 for $728, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 81 Riverview Dr, Whittier, NC?

81 Riverview Dr, Whittier, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,080 square feet of living space and a 1.89-acre lot.

When was 81 Riverview Dr, Whittier, NC built?

81 Riverview Dr, Whittier, NC was built in 2016, making it 10 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 81 Riverview Dr, Whittier, NC?

81 Riverview Dr, Whittier, NC is assigned to Swain County East Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Cherokee Extension School (middle). All sit in Swain County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 81 Riverview Dr, Whittier, NC compare to other homes in Whittier 28789?

Among the 2,998 homes in Whittier 28789, it is worth more than 87% of them ($476,543 against a typical $271,725), its price per square foot is higher than 66% of them ($229 against a typical $193), it is bigger than 77% of them (2,080 ft² against a typical 1,468 ft²), its lot is bigger than 57% of them (1.89 ac against a typical 1.06 ac) and it is newer than almost all of them (2016 against a typical 1990). Measured against all of Swain County, it is worth more than 81% 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 81 Riverview Dr, Whittier, NC?

The 2026 property tax bill for 81 Riverview Dr, Whittier, NC was $899. The county assessed it at $191,150.

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