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$289,188$262 / 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 78How 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 $196,500 on Jul 29, 2021

861 N PLUM RIDGE RD

ROARING RIVER, NC 28669
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,104 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.
28.8 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1969
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$289K
$225K 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.$196,500 · Jul 29, 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.$289,188
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$231,350

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,429 (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.$279,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$128,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$150,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$196,070
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$279,000

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
75
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
17
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
86
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
96
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.54 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.minimal

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.28.80
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

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

E
Ronda Clingman Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.8 mi
H
East Wilkes High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.4 mi
M
East Wilkes Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.6 mi

District: Wilkes County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28669These 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.117
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.93
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.86%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.3%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.17%
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.3,458
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.74 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$51,898
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$73,344
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.57°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.50 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

861 N Plum Ridge 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 70% of homes in Roaring River 28669
  • Costs more per square foot than 87% of homes in Roaring River 28669
  • Smaller than 75% of homes in Roaring River 28669
  • Has a bigger lot than 97% of homes in Wilkes County

What homes are worth in Roaring River 28669

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

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$95K$626K

This home is worth more than 70% of homes in Roaring River 28669.

How it measures up in Roaring River 28669

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Roaring River 28669.

Estimated value$289,188
CheaperTypical $229,979Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$262
CheaperTypical $166Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Living area1,104 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,404 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 25% of homes nearby

Lot size28.8 ac
SmallerTypical 2.8 acBigger

Bigger than 93% of homes nearby

Year built1969
OlderTypical 1973Newer

Newer than 44% of homes nearby

How 861 N Plum Ridge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRoaring River 28669Wilkes County
Estimated valuepricier than$289,18870% of homes65% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$26287% of homes86% of homes
Living areabigger than1,104 ft²25% of homes26% of homes
Lot sizebigger than28.8 ac93% of homes97% of homes
Year builtnewer than196944% of homes43% of homes

About 861 N Plum Ridge Rd

How much is 861 N Plum Ridge Rd, Roaring River, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 861 N Plum Ridge Rd, Roaring River, NC is $289,188 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $224,748 to $353,628. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 861 N Plum Ridge Rd, Roaring River, NC last sell?

861 N Plum Ridge Rd, Roaring River, NC last sold on Jul 29, 2021 for $196,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 861 N Plum Ridge Rd, Roaring River, NC?

861 N Plum Ridge Rd, Roaring River, NC has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,104 square feet of living space and a 28.80-acre lot.

When was 861 N Plum Ridge Rd, Roaring River, NC built?

861 N Plum Ridge Rd, Roaring River, NC was built in 1969, making it 57 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 861 N Plum Ridge Rd, Roaring River, NC?

861 N Plum Ridge Rd, Roaring River, NC is assigned to Ronda Clingman Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; East Wilkes High School (high), rated B-; East Wilkes Middle School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Wilkes County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 861 N Plum Ridge Rd, Roaring River, NC compare to other homes in Roaring River 28669?

Among the 987 homes in Roaring River 28669, it is worth more than 70% of them ($289,188 against a typical $229,979), its price per square foot is higher than 87% of them ($262 against a typical $166), it is bigger than 25% of them (1,104 ft² against a typical 1,404 ft²), its lot is bigger than 93% of them (28.8 ac against a typical 2.8 ac) and it is newer than 44% of them (1969 against a typical 1973). Measured against all of Wilkes County, it is worth more than 65% 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 861 N Plum Ridge Rd, Roaring River, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 861 N Plum Ridge Rd, Roaring River, NC was $1,429. The county assessed it at $279,000.

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