Is a car needed in Sparta, NC?

As of early 2026, 100% of users say car is needed

Is parking easy in Sparta, NC?

As of early 2026, 88% of users say parking is easy

Is there wildlife in Sparta, NC?

As of early 2026, 87% of users say there's wildlife

Are yards well-kept in Sparta, NC?

As of early 2026, 79% of users say yards are well-kept

As of early 2026, 65% of users say it's quiet

Does Sparta, NC show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 64% of users say there's holiday spirit

Would people walk alone at night in Sparta, NC?

As of early 2026, 63% of users say people would walk alone at night

Are neighbors friendly in Sparta, NC?

As of early 2026, 61% of users say neighbors are friendly

Is Sparta, NC dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 53% of users say it's dog friendly

Are there community events in Sparta, NC?

As of early 2026, 53% of users say there are community events

Do residents of Sparta, NC plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 50% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Is Sparta, NC walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 42% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Do kids play outside in Sparta, NC?

As of early 2026, 36% of users say kids play outside

Are the streets well-lit in Sparta, NC?

As of early 2026, 35% of users say streets are well-lit

Is Sparta, NC walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 33% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

What is 157 Stratford Rd estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 157 Stratford Rd in Sparta, NC is $162,500 .

What is the price history for 157 Stratford Rd?

157 Stratford Rd in Sparta, NC last sold for $55,000 in October 2021.

Is Sparta a buyer's or seller's market?

Sparta is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.

What do residents say about Sparta?

Residents describe Sparta, NC as easy to park in, well-kept, and quiet. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Sparta, NC .

Does 157 Stratford Rd have air conditioning?

Yes, 157 Stratford Rd in Sparta, NC has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 157 Stratford Rd?

The lot at 157 Stratford Rd in Sparta, NC is about 1.8 acres .

OFF MARKET

$162,500

Trulia Estimate

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,008 sqft (on 1.78 acres)

157 Stratford Rd, Sparta, NC 28675

Est. Refi. Payment $982/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Oct 1, 2021 for $55,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$163K

Since last month

$3K (-1.5%)

Since last year

$7K (-4%)

Since last sale

$108K (+195.5%)

Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +70% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$163K
July 2026	$165K
June 2026	$165K
May 2026	$161K
April 2026	$159K
March 2026	$156K
February 2026	$142K
January 2026	$146K
2025
December 2025	$151K
November 2025	$162K
October 2025	$159K
September 2025	$171K
August 2025	$169K
July 2025	$171K
June 2025	$165K
May 2025	$167K
April 2025	$160K
March 2025	$147K
February 2025	$142K
January 2025	$147K
2024
December 2024	$161K
November 2024	$163K
October 2024	$150K
September 2024	$141K
August 2024	$157K
July 2024	$166K
June 2024	$170K
May 2024	$162K
April 2024	$159K
March 2024	$148K
2023
November 2023	$135K
October 2023	$133K
September 2023	$133K
August 2023	$134K
June 2023	$128K
May 2023	$117K
April 2023	$87K
March 2023	$65K
February 2023	$67K
January 2023	$67K
2022
December 2022	$67K
November 2022	$66K
October 2022	$68K
September 2022	$67K
August 2022	$66K
July 2022	$61K
June 2022	$60K
May 2022	$59K
April 2022	$58K
March 2022	$58K
February 2022	$57K
January 2022	$57K
2021
December 2021	$56K
November 2021	$56K
October 2021	$55K
September 2021	$119K
August 2021	$120K
July 2021	$122K
June 2021	$119K
May 2021	$109K
April 2021	$110K
March 2021	$102K
February 2021	$99K
January 2021	$95K
2020
December 2020	$94K
November 2020	$95K
October 2020	$96K
September 2020	$94K
August 2020	$94K
July 2020	$93K
June 2020	$93K
May 2020	$93K
April 2020	$92K
March 2020	$94K
February 2020	$99K
January 2020	$108K
2019
December 2019	$109K
November 2019	$109K
October 2019	$106K
September 2019	$107K
August 2019	$107K
July 2019	$106K
June 2019	$107K
May 2019	$107K
April 2019	$109K
March 2019	$107K
February 2019	$111K
January 2019	$107K
2018
December 2018	$104K
November 2018	$107K
October 2018	$108K
September 2018	$112K
August 2018	$108K
July 2018	$102K
June 2018	$98K
May 2018	$99K
April 2018	$99K
March 2018	$98K
February 2018	$100K
January 2018	$97K
2017
December 2017	$92K
November 2017	$96K
October 2017	$94K
September 2017	$89K
August 2017	$97K
July 2017	$95K
June 2017	$96K
May 2017	$96K
April 2017	$94K
March 2017	$94K
February 2017	$94K
January 2017	$92K
2016
December 2016	$92K
November 2016	$91K
October 2016	$92K
September 2016	$97K
August 2016	$95K

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.

Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
394 Bear Den Rd, Sparta, NC	1.66	Single-Family Home	$470,000	01/30/26	3	2	1,400
394 Bear Den Road #28, Sparta, NC	1.66	Single-Family Home	$470,000	01/30/26	3	2	1,400
60 Smokey Bear, Sparta, NC	1.64	Single-Family Home	$485,000	10/30/25	3	2	1,652
1260 Halsey Knob Rd, Sparta, NC	1.50	Single-Family Home	$425,000	09/24/25	4	3	1,134
16 Honey Tree Circle, Sparta, NC	1.63	Single-Family Home	$330,000	05/28/26	2	2	1,254
273 Walnut Branch Church Road, Sparta, NC	2.26	Single-Family Home	$160,000	01/14/26	2	1	700
209 Walnut Lane, Sparta, NC	2.25	Single-Family Home	$200,000	11/06/25	3	2	1,456
2679 State Highway 93, Sparta, NC	2.02	Single-Family Home	$100,000	02/12/26	4	2	1,120
31 Ridgeview Rd, Piney Creek, NC	2.42	Single-Family Home	$235,000	10/13/25	2	2	1,968
337 Pioneer Ridge, Sparta, NC	2.49	Single-Family Home	$306,000	03/13/26	2	1.5	1,680

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.

Address	Distance	Price	Bed	Bath	Sqft	Status
118 Stratford Road, Sparta, NC 28675	0.10	-	3	1	1,088	Off Market
343 Horse Haven Road, Sparta, NC 28675	0.56	-	-	-	-	Off Market
TBD Spry Road, Sparta, NC 28675	0.65	-	-	-	-	Off Market
TBD Spry Road, Sparta, NC 28675	0.86	-	-	-	-	Off Market
TBD NC Highway 93, Piney Creek, NC 28663	0.91	-	-	-	-	Off Market
Bledsoe Rd, Sparta, NC 28675	0.97	$375,000	-	-	-	For Sale
TBD Cindy Lane, Piney Creek, NC 28663	1.10	-	-	-	-	Off Market
TBD Halsey Knob Road, Sparta, NC 28675	1.26	-	-	-	-	Off Market
TBD Halsey Knob Road, Sparta, NC 28675	1.26	-	-	-	-	Off Market
tbd Walnut Branch Church Road, Sparta, NC 28675	1.36	-	-	-	-	Off Market
Lot 38 Solitude Lane, Sparta, NC 28675	1.49	-	-	-	-	Off Market
TBD Black Bear Ridge, Sparta, NC 28675	1.50	-	-	-	-	Off Market

Local Information

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Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type

Single-Family Home

Year Built

1938

Lot Size

1.78 acres

Living Area

1,008 sqft

Price/Sqft

$161

About this House

This single-family home is located at 157 Stratford Rd, Sparta, NC. 157 Stratford Rd is in Sparta, NC and in ZIP code 28675. This property has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and approximately 1,008 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 1.78 acres and was built in 1938.

157 Stratford Rd, Sparta, NC 28675 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,008 sqft single-family home built in 1938. It last sold for $55,000 on Oct 1, 2021. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $162,500, with a rent estimate of $1,310/month.

Home Details for 157 Stratford Rd

Interior Features
Heating & Cooling Heating: BaseboardAir ConditioningCooling System: WallHeating Fuel: Baseboard
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1.5
Interior Details Number of Rooms: 8

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1938
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Cape Cod

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Exterior: Metal

Lot Information
Lot Area: 1.78 acres

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Oct 1, 2021 Source: N/A	Sold	$55,000
Oct 29, 2008 Source: N/A	Sold	$58,000
Aug 15, 2008 Source: N/A	Sold	$35,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$754	$99,800

Additional Cost

Market trends in Sparta

Last updated July 2026

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Around this home

Piney Creek Elementary
PK-8
Public
178 Students
Alleghany County School District
5/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
Mike Edwards was a wonderful principal! He was caring and supportive to students, staff and parents. He provided discipline and leadership in a positive manner. He is greatly missed.
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What Locals Say about Sparta

At least 11 Trulia users voted on each feature.

100 % Say car is needed
88 % Say parking is easy
87 % Say there's wildlife
79 % Say yards are well-kept
65 % Say it's quiet
64 % Say there's holiday spirit
63 % Say people would walk alone at night
61 % Say neighbors are friendly
53 % Say it's dog friendly
53 % Say there are community events
50 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
42 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
36 % Say kids play outside
35 % Say streets are well-lit
33 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

Victoria D.
Resident
6y ago
"I live in the county part of Sparta. I live on the highway so there really isn't any place to walk your dogs except in your yard."
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Victoria D.
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6y ago
"We have no public transportation here and no jobs you have to go out of the area for work. Winston-Salem is an hour away, you might find a job in Elkin, Wilkesboro, Mt. Airy, or maybe in Virginia. "
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Frequently asked questions about 157 Stratford Rd

What is 157 Stratford Rd estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 157 Stratford Rd in Sparta, NC is $162,500.
What is the price history for 157 Stratford Rd?
157 Stratford Rd in Sparta, NC last sold for $55,000 in October 2021.
Is Sparta a buyer's or seller's market?
Sparta is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
What do residents say about Sparta?
Residents describe Sparta, NC as easy to park in, well-kept, and quiet. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Sparta, NC.
Does 157 Stratford Rd have air conditioning?
Yes, 157 Stratford Rd in Sparta, NC has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 157 Stratford Rd?
The lot at 157 Stratford Rd in Sparta, NC is about 1.8 acres.