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$366,266$216 / 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 Sep 24, 2026

838 CARTPATH RD

NORTH WILKESBORO, NC 28659
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,692 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.
16.02 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1974
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$366K
$289K low$444K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,114 (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.$561,790 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$240,090
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$321,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$165,920
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$561,790

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.61
70
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
20
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
84
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.41 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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.16.02
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(2)

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
Mulberry Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.6 mi
M
North Wilkes Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.5 mi
H
North Wilkes High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.7 mi

District: Wilkes County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28659These 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.120
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.88

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.10%
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.20,258
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.197 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$52,029
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$68,167
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.60%

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How this home compares

838 Cartpath 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.

  • Worth more than 87% of homes in North Wilkesboro 28659
  • Costs more per square foot than 87% of homes in North Wilkesboro 28659
  • Bigger than 70% of homes in North Wilkesboro 28659
  • Has a bigger lot than 96% of homes in North Wilkesboro 28659

What homes are worth in North Wilkesboro 28659

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

This home
$74K$636K

This home is worth more than 87% of homes in North Wilkesboro 28659.

How it measures up in North Wilkesboro 28659

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in North Wilkesboro 28659.

Estimated value$366,266
CheaperTypical $211,523Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$216
CheaperTypical $150Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Living area1,692 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,376 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Lot size16.02 ac
SmallerTypical 0.86 acBigger

Bigger than 96% of homes nearby

Year built1974
OlderTypical 1968Newer

Newer than 62% of homes nearby

How 838 Cartpath Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorth Wilkesboro 28659Wilkes County
Estimated valuepricier than$366,26687% of homes78% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21687% of homes76% of homes
Living areabigger than1,692 ft²70% of homes67% of homes
Lot sizebigger than16.02 ac96% of homes93% of homes
Year builtnewer than197462% of homes52% of homes

About 838 Cartpath Rd

How much is 838 Cartpath Rd, North Wilkesboro, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 838 Cartpath Rd, North Wilkesboro, NC is $366,266 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $288,747 to $443,785. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 838 Cartpath Rd, North Wilkesboro, NC last sell?

838 Cartpath Rd, North Wilkesboro, NC last sold on Oct 29, 1999, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 838 Cartpath Rd, North Wilkesboro, NC?

838 Cartpath Rd, North Wilkesboro, NC has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,692 square feet of living space and a 16.02-acre lot.

When was 838 Cartpath Rd, North Wilkesboro, NC built?

838 Cartpath Rd, North Wilkesboro, NC was built in 1974, making it 52 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 838 Cartpath Rd, North Wilkesboro, NC?

838 Cartpath Rd, North Wilkesboro, NC is assigned to Mulberry Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; North Wilkes Middle School (middle), rated C; North Wilkes High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Wilkes County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 838 Cartpath Rd, North Wilkesboro, NC compare to other homes in North Wilkesboro 28659?

Among the 7,085 homes in North Wilkesboro 28659, it is worth more than 87% of them ($366,266 against a typical $211,523), its price per square foot is higher than 87% of them ($216 against a typical $150), it is bigger than 70% of them (1,692 ft² against a typical 1,376 ft²), its lot is bigger than 96% of them (16.02 ac against a typical 0.86 ac) and it is newer than 62% of them (1974 against a typical 1968). Measured against all of Wilkes County, it is worth more than 78% 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 838 Cartpath Rd, North Wilkesboro, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 838 Cartpath Rd, North Wilkesboro, NC was $2,114. The county assessed it at $561,790.

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