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$630,000$206 / 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 82How 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 $609,000 on Aug 3, 2026

971 RIDGE RD

GLADE VALLEY, NC 28627
3
Beds
3
Baths
3,056 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.
1.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1984
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$630K
$514K low$746K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$609,000 · Aug 3, 2026
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.$145,000
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$116,000
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.77%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$485,000
MORTGAGE RESEARCH CENTER LLC · recorded Oct 17, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,533 (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.$382,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$83,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$298,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$382,200

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.Contemporary
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.1995
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.20
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Mixed
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.Golf Course Adjacent
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 978 ft²Porch · 80 ft²

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.

Neighborhood · ZIP 28627These 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.136
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.100
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.91

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.51%
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.15%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,485
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.41 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$52,197
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$94,903
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.53 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

971 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 92% of homes in Alleghany County
  • Costs more per square foot than 66% of homes in Alleghany County
  • Bigger than 91% of homes in Alleghany County

What homes are worth in Glade Valley 28627

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

This home
$60K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 83% of homes in Glade Valley 28627.

How it measures up in Glade Valley 28627

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Glade Valley 28627.

Estimated value$630,000
CheaperTypical $355,672Pricier

Pricier than 83% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$206
CheaperTypical $188Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Living area3,056 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,840 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Lot size1.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.97 acBigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Year built1984
OlderTypical 1986Newer

Newer than 48% of homes nearby

How 971 Ridge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGlade Valley 28627Alleghany County
Estimated valuepricier than$630,00083% of homes92% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20659% of homes66% of homes
Living areabigger than3,056 ft²81% of homes91% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.2 ac57% of homes47% of homes
Year builtnewer than198448% of homes52% of homes

About 971 Ridge Rd

How much is 971 Ridge Rd, Glade Valley, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 971 Ridge Rd, Glade Valley, NC is $630,000 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $514,386 to $745,614. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 971 Ridge Rd, Glade Valley, NC last sell?

971 Ridge Rd, Glade Valley, NC last sold on Aug 3, 2026 for $609,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 971 Ridge Rd, Glade Valley, NC?

971 Ridge Rd, Glade Valley, NC has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3,056 square feet of living space and a 1.20-acre lot.

When was 971 Ridge Rd, Glade Valley, NC built?

971 Ridge Rd, Glade Valley, NC was built in 1984, making it 42 years old. It is a contemporary home. The building has 1 story.

How does 971 Ridge Rd, Glade Valley, NC compare to other homes in Glade Valley 28627?

Among the 1,682 homes in Glade Valley 28627, it is worth more than 83% of them ($630,000 against a typical $355,672), its price per square foot is higher than 59% of them ($206 against a typical $188), it is bigger than 81% of them (3,056 ft² against a typical 1,840 ft²), its lot is bigger than 57% of them (1.2 ac against a typical 0.97 ac) and it is newer than 48% of them (1984 against a typical 1986). Measured against all of Alleghany County, it is worth more than 92% 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 971 Ridge Rd, Glade Valley, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 971 Ridge Rd, Glade Valley, NC was $2,533. The county assessed it at $382,200.

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