28139 — Rutherfordton, NC Home Values
Typical home value $255,688 as of June 2026 · 2nd of 8 in Forest City, NC
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 28139, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 28139 compares in the Forest City, NC area
ZIP code 28139 (Rutherfordton, NC) has a typical home value of $255,688 as of June 2026, ranking 2nd of 8 ZIP codes tracked in the Forest City, NC area, more expensive than about 88% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +4.2% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +24.2%, from $205,914 in June 2021 to $255,688 in June 2026.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Forest City, NC forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Forest City.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 28139 has a population of 18,887, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 87.5% White, 5.5% Black or African American, 4.2% Hispanic or Latino, 2.3% two or more races, 0.2% Asian, 0.2% another race, and 0.1% American Indian or Alaska Native.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Rutherfordton Elementary School | 201 Bob Hardin Road, Rutherfordton, NC | 1.5 mi |
| Spindale Elementary School | 161 N Oak St, Spindale, NC | 3.5 mi |
| R-S Middle School | 607 Westbrook Dr., Rutherfordton, NC | 3.7 mi |
Distance is straight-line from the ZIP code's center; driving distance will be longer. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm which school a specific address is zoned for with the local school district. Source: National Center for Education Statistics.
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 28139?
$255,688 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 28139 an expensive ZIP code in the Forest City, NC area?
28139 ranks 2nd of 8 ZIP codes in the Forest City, NC area by typical home value, more expensive than about 88% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 28139 changed over the past year?
+4.2% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
What is the population of ZIP code 28139?
18,887, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 28139?
Rutherfordton Elementary School (1.5 mi), Spindale Elementary School (3.5 mi), R-S Middle School (3.7 mi), by straight-line distance from the ZIP code's center. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm assignment with the local school district.
Is this page showing a forecast for 28139?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of June 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Forest City, NC forecast for a modeled outlook.
ZIP-level values shown here are observed Zillow data, not forecasts. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level today; ZIP-level forecasts are planned for Sialim Pro. Data © Zillow, via Zillow Research.