Catawba County property record for 3540 Wellman Rd, Vale, NC 28168
| Property Type | Vacant Land |
|---|---|
| Lot Size | 13.1 acres (574,556 sqft) |
| Owner | 2 Individual Names on File |
| Last Sale | $120,000 (Apr 2012) |
| Tax Bill | $26 (2025) |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 2667-02-97-5197 |
| Primary APN | 2667-02-97-5197 |
|---|---|
| Alternative APN |
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| Plumbing Fixtures | 8 Plumbing Fixtures |
|---|
| Lot Area | 574,556 sqft (13.1 acres) |
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| Street Address | 3540 WELLMAN RD |
|---|---|
| City | VALE |
| State | NC |
| Zip | 28168-7575 |
| Property Category | Vacant Land |
| Property Type | Vacant Land > Uncategorized |
| Local Zoning Code | R-40 |
| Legal Description | WELLMAN RD |
| Jurisdiction | CATAWBA NC |
| Township / Civil Division | BANDY'S |
| Census Block Group | 1 |
| Census Block | 1016 |
| Census Tract | 11802 |
3540 Wellman Rd, vacant land, is owned by two individuals who bought it in April 2012.
Source: Catawba County records, as of August 18, 2026
| Owner of Record | 2 Individual Names on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 3512 WELLMAN RD, VALE, NC 28168-7575 |
| Owner Type | Individual |
Owner names and exact recorded amounts are on file and can be viewed instantly on this page with a free 10-day trial.
| Deed Names | 2 Names on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Apr 3, 2012 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | Apr 3, 2012 · Amount on File |
| Prior Sale | Dec 22, 2008 · Amount on File |
| Deed Document Number | 20125793 |
| Deed Book / Page | 3120 / 1701 |
| Record Updated | Sep 20, 2026 |
The 2025 property tax bill for 3540 Wellman Rd was $26, down 13.3% from the year before.
Source: Catawba County assessment roll, as of August 3, 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Catawba County |
| Unified School District | Catawba County Schools (PK - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $6,500 (-) Land $6,500 | ||
| 2025 | $26.00 (-13.33%) | $6,500 Land $6,500 | |
| 2024 | $30.00 (+3.45%) | ||
| 2023 | $29.00 | $6,500 | $82,800 Land $82,800 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes, not market price estimates; both are a fraction of this property's market value.
FEMA maps place 3540 Wellman Rd in Zone X, an area of minimal flood risk.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective September 1, 2026
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
Values are read at the parcel center point; lenders make the official flood determination.
Wildfire risk around 3540 Wellman Rd is low, with a 0.02% annual chance of wildfire.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Low lower than 80% of the US · lower than 76% of North Carolina |
|---|---|
| Wildfire Likelihood | 0.02% annual chance |
| Exposure | Direct burnable vegetation |
Values cover an area roughly 900 ft across, not the parcel itself; insurers use their own ratings.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 11 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Starlink Satellite | 280 / 30 |
| Verizon Fixed Wireless | 25 / 6 |
| T-Mobile Fixed Wireless | 25 / 3 |
| RiverStreet Networks Fixed Wireless | 10 / 1 |
May also be available: AT&T.
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