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$280,581$169 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $180,000 on Jun 18, 2014

997 RUSSELL RIDGE DR

CATAWBA, NC 28609
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,658 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.
0.51 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2011
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$281K
$221K low$340K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$180,000 · Jun 18, 2014
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.$280,581
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$224,465

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,602 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$321,300 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$16,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$305,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$321,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$321,300

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
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.51
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.Central
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.Garage, Attached
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.Patio · 156 ft²Porch · 175 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.

M
Mill Creek Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.4 mi
H
Bandys High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi
E
Catawba Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 2.6 mi

District: Catawba County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28609These 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.115
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.67

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.89%
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.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.7,063
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.151 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$69,837
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$81,323
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 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

997 Russell Ridge Dr 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.

  • Has a smaller lot than 80% of homes in Catawba 28609
  • Newer than 89% of homes in Catawba County

What homes are worth in Catawba 28609

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

This home
$40K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 53% of homes in Catawba 28609.

How it measures up in Catawba 28609

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Catawba 28609.

Estimated value$280,581
CheaperTypical $266,164Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$169
CheaperTypical $174Pricier

Pricier than 47% of homes nearby

Living area1,658 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,624 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Lot size0.51 ac
SmallerTypical 1.04 acBigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Year built2011
OlderTypical 1991Newer

Newer than 82% of homes nearby

How 997 Russell Ridge Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCatawba 28609Catawba County
Estimated valuepricier than$280,58153% of homes57% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16947% of homes48% of homes
Living areabigger than1,658 ft²52% of homes56% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.51 ac20% of homes48% of homes
Year builtnewer than201182% of homes89% of homes

About 997 Russell Ridge Dr

How much is 997 Russell Ridge Dr, Catawba, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 997 Russell Ridge Dr, Catawba, NC is $280,581 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $220,812 to $340,350. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 997 Russell Ridge Dr, Catawba, NC last sell?

997 Russell Ridge Dr, Catawba, NC last sold on Jun 18, 2014 for $180,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 997 Russell Ridge Dr, Catawba, NC?

997 Russell Ridge Dr, Catawba, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,658 square feet of living space and a 0.51-acre lot.

When was 997 Russell Ridge Dr, Catawba, NC built?

997 Russell Ridge Dr, Catawba, NC was built in 2011, making it 15 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 997 Russell Ridge Dr, Catawba, NC?

997 Russell Ridge Dr, Catawba, NC is assigned to Mill Creek Middle School (middle), rated C; Bandys High School (high), rated A-; Catawba Elementary School (elementary), rated A. All sit in Catawba County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 997 Russell Ridge Dr, Catawba, NC compare to other homes in Catawba 28609?

Among the 3,322 homes in Catawba 28609, it is worth more than 53% of them ($280,581 against a typical $266,164), its price per square foot is higher than 47% of them ($169 against a typical $174), it is bigger than 52% of them (1,658 ft² against a typical 1,624 ft²), its lot is bigger than 20% of them (0.51 ac against a typical 1.04 ac) and it is newer than 82% of them (2011 against a typical 1991). Measured against all of Catawba County, it is worth more than 57% 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 997 Russell Ridge Dr, Catawba, NC?

The 2024 property tax bill for 997 Russell Ridge Dr, Catawba, NC was $1,602. The county assessed it at $321,300.

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