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$138,873$124 / 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 69How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $2,500,000 on Jan 20, 2026

971 WITHROW RD

FOREST CITY, NC 28043
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,120 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.
41.68 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1930
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$139K
$95K low$183K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$2,500,000 · Jan 20, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,503 (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.$703,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$660,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$42,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$703,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$703,200

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.59
69
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.
85
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
92
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
32
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.40 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.Residential (General/Single)
CountyRutherford
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.41.68
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Block (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 320 ft²

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.

H
Rutherford Early College High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
E
Spindale Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.7 mi
M
R-S Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.4 mi

District: Rutherford County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28043These 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.113
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.91
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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.22%
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.20,602
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.319 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$51,546
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$65,898
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°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.59%

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How this home compares

971 Withrow 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 less than 78% of homes in Rutherford County
  • Costs less per square foot than 69% of homes in Rutherford County
  • Smaller than 77% of homes in Rutherford County
  • Among the largest lots in Forest City 28043
  • Older than 90% of homes in Forest City 28043

What homes are worth in Forest City 28043

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

This home
$42K$562K

This home is worth more than 30% of homes in Forest City 28043.

How it measures up in Forest City 28043

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Forest City 28043.

Estimated value$138,873
CheaperTypical $190,332Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$124
CheaperTypical $133Pricier

Pricier than 43% of homes nearby

Living area1,120 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,400 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Lot size41.68 ac
SmallerTypical 0.59 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built1930
OlderTypical 1969Newer

Newer than 10% of homes nearby

How 971 Withrow Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForest City 28043Rutherford County
Estimated valuepricier than$138,87330% of homes22% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12443% of homes31% of homes
Living areabigger than1,120 ft²24% of homes23% of homes
Lot sizebigger than41.68 acalmost all homes98% of homes
Year builtnewer than193010% of homes10% of homes

About 971 Withrow Rd

How much is 971 Withrow Rd, Forest City, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 971 Withrow Rd, Forest City, NC is $138,873 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $95,159 to $182,587. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 971 Withrow Rd, Forest City, NC last sell?

971 Withrow Rd, Forest City, NC last sold on Jan 20, 2026 for $2,500,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 971 Withrow Rd, Forest City, NC?

971 Withrow Rd, Forest City, NC has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,120 square feet of living space and a 41.68-acre lot.

When was 971 Withrow Rd, Forest City, NC built?

971 Withrow Rd, Forest City, NC was built in 1930, making it 96 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 971 Withrow Rd, Forest City, NC?

971 Withrow Rd, Forest City, NC is assigned to Rutherford Early College High School (high), rated A-; Spindale Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; R-S Middle School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Rutherford County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 971 Withrow Rd, Forest City, NC compare to other homes in Forest City 28043?

Among the 7,472 homes in Forest City 28043, it is worth more than 30% of them ($138,873 against a typical $190,332), its price per square foot is higher than 43% of them ($124 against a typical $133), it is bigger than 24% of them (1,120 ft² against a typical 1,400 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (41.68 ac against a typical 0.59 ac) and it is newer than 10% of them (1930 against a typical 1969). Measured against all of Rutherford County, it is worth more than 22% 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 Withrow Rd, Forest City, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 971 Withrow Rd, Forest City, NC was $5,503. The county assessed it at $703,200.

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