Skip to content
Skip to content
TopHapOpen in map
Single Family ResidenceResidential
$502,848$181 / 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
Last sold for $285,000 on Dec 19, 2016

96 RIVERWOOD LN

SPARTA, NC 28675
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,776 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.
0.87 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1990
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$503K
$400K low$606K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$285,000 · Dec 19, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,752 (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.$262,200 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$80,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$181,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$90,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$262,200

Climate Risk

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.34%
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.1 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.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.2000
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.87
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.No Foundation
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Waterfront-Not Specified
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 300 ft²Shed · 120 ft²Patio · 568 ft²Porch · 636 ft²

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.

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%

Owner Tools

Do you own this home?
Claim this home

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

96 Riverwood 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.

  • Worth more than 91% of homes in Sparta 28675
  • Costs more per square foot than 66% of homes in Sparta 28675
  • Bigger than 90% of homes in Sparta 28675
  • Has a smaller lot than 68% 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
$44K$875K

This home is worth more than 91% 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$502,848
CheaperTypical $218,085Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$181
CheaperTypical $144Pricier

Pricier than 66% of homes nearby

Living area2,776 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,512 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Lot size0.87 ac
SmallerTypical 1.48 acBigger

Bigger than 32% of homes nearby

Year built1990
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 64% of homes nearby

How 96 Riverwood Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSparta 28675Alleghany County
Estimated valuepricier than$502,84891% of homes87% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18166% of homes60% of homes
Living areabigger than2,776 ft²90% of homes88% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.87 ac32% of homes34% of homes
Year builtnewer than199064% of homes58% of homes

About 96 Riverwood Ln

How much is 96 Riverwood Ln, Sparta, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 96 Riverwood Ln, Sparta, NC is $502,848 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $399,507 to $606,189. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 96 Riverwood Ln, Sparta, NC last sell?

96 Riverwood Ln, Sparta, NC last sold on Dec 19, 2016 for $285,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 96 Riverwood Ln, Sparta, NC?

96 Riverwood Ln, Sparta, NC has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,776 square feet of living space and a 0.87-acre lot.

When was 96 Riverwood Ln, Sparta, NC built?

96 Riverwood Ln, Sparta, NC was built in 1990, making it 36 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

How does 96 Riverwood Ln, Sparta, NC compare to other homes in Sparta 28675?

Among the 3,765 homes in Sparta 28675, it is worth more than 91% of them ($502,848 against a typical $218,085), its price per square foot is higher than 66% of them ($181 against a typical $144), it is bigger than 90% of them (2,776 ft² against a typical 1,512 ft²), its lot is bigger than 32% of them (0.87 ac against a typical 1.48 ac) and it is newer than 64% of them (1990 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Alleghany County, it is worth more than 87% 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 96 Riverwood Ln, Sparta, NC?

The 2026 property tax bill for 96 Riverwood Ln, Sparta, NC was $1,752. The county assessed it at $262,200.

More homes on Riverwood Ln

Closest homes

More homes in Sparta 28675

Explore the area

See this home in context

Open 96 Riverwood Ln on TopHap’s interactive map to compare it against every sale nearby, overlay school zones and flood risk, and run a CMA.

Open in map
A flyover of TopHap's photorealistic 3D map, with recorded sale prices pinned to homes
Search any address, city, zip, or county…3D$1.9M$6.25MOpen in map