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$255,361$281 / 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

JACOB FORK RIVER RD

VALE, NC 28168
2
Beds
1
Baths
910 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.
72.49 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1961
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$255K
$210K low$301K high
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.$255,361
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$204,289

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$139 (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.$34,800 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$34,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$34,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$34,800

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.57
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
24
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
81
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
94
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
86
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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
CountyCATAWBA
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.1973
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.72.49
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Shed · 440 ft²Patio · 156 ft²Porch · 156 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.

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

E
Banoak Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 4.8 mi
M
Jacobs Fork Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 6.9 mi
H
Fred T. Foard High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.9 mi

District: Catawba County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28168These 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.137
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 100.73

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.92%
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.10%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.11,252
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.127 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$65,785
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$76,478
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°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.62%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
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

Jacob Fork River 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 91% of homes in Catawba County
  • Smaller than 95% of homes in Catawba County
  • Among the largest lots in Catawba County
  • Older than 77% of homes in Vale 28168

What homes are worth in Vale 28168

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

This home
$31K$850K

This home is worth more than 45% of homes in Vale 28168.

How it measures up in Vale 28168

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Vale 28168.

Estimated value$255,361
CheaperTypical $273,404Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$281
CheaperTypical $185Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Living area910 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,462 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 8% of homes nearby

Lot size72.49 ac
SmallerTypical 1.84 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built1961
OlderTypical 1988Newer

Newer than 23% of homes nearby

How Jacob Fork River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeVale 28168Catawba County
Estimated valuepricier than$255,36145% of homes51% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$28186% of homes91% of homes
Living areabigger than910 ft²8% of homes5% of homes
Lot sizebigger than72.49 acalmost all homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than196123% of homes27% of homes

About Jacob Fork River Rd

How much is Jacob Fork River Rd, Vale, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for Jacob Fork River Rd, Vale, NC is $255,361 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $209,793 to $300,929. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did Jacob Fork River Rd, Vale, NC last sell?

Jacob Fork River Rd, Vale, NC last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is Jacob Fork River Rd, Vale, NC?

Jacob Fork River Rd, Vale, NC has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 910 square feet of living space and a 72.49-acre lot.

When was Jacob Fork River Rd, Vale, NC built?

Jacob Fork River Rd, Vale, NC was built in 1961, making it 65 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve Jacob Fork River Rd, Vale, NC?

Jacob Fork River Rd, Vale, NC is assigned to Banoak Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Jacobs Fork Middle School (middle), rated B-; Fred T. Foard High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Catawba County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does Jacob Fork River Rd, Vale, NC compare to other homes in Vale 28168?

Among the 4,654 homes in Vale 28168, it is worth more than 45% of them ($255,361 against a typical $273,404), its price per square foot is higher than 86% of them ($281 against a typical $185), it is bigger than 8% of them (910 ft² against a typical 1,462 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (72.49 ac against a typical 1.84 ac) and it is newer than 23% of them (1961 against a typical 1988). Measured against all of Catawba County, it is worth more than 51% 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 Jacob Fork River Rd, Vale, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for Jacob Fork River Rd, Vale, NC was $139. The county assessed it at $34,800.

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