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$1,638,479$636 / 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 71How 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 $2,685,000 on Apr 13, 2023

121 SADDLE RIDGE DR

ALEXANDER, NC 28701
3
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
2,576 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.
12.03 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2003
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.6M
$1.2M low$2.1M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$2,685,000 · Apr 13, 2023
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.$1,638,479
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$1,310,783

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,403 (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.$668,900 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$668,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$668,900

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.51
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
38
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
82
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
84
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
51
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
CountyBuncombe
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.12.03
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Pier/Post & Beam
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 480 ft²Porch · 916 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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
North Buncombe Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 4.9 mi
E
North Buncombe Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 5.4 mi
H
North Buncombe High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.6 mi

District: Buncombe County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28701These 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.89
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.96
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.118

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
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.4,616
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.244 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$74,038
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$87,121
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.39 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

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

121 Saddle 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Alexander 28701
  • Costs more per square foot than 98% of homes in Alexander 28701
  • Bigger than 94% of homes in Alexander 28701
  • Has a bigger lot than 98% of homes in Buncombe County
  • Newer than 72% of homes in Buncombe County

What homes are worth in Alexander 28701

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

This home
$196K$1.1M

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Alexander 28701.

How it measures up in Alexander 28701

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Alexander 28701.

Estimated value$1,638,479
CheaperTypical $444,415Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$636
CheaperTypical $298Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Living area2,576 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,468 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 94% of homes nearby

Lot size12.03 ac
SmallerTypical 1.15 acBigger

Bigger than 94% of homes nearby

Year built2003
OlderTypical 1996Newer

Newer than 66% of homes nearby

How 121 Saddle Ridge Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAlexander 28701Buncombe County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,638,479almost all homes97% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$63698% of homes96% of homes
Living areabigger than2,576 ft²94% of homes89% of homes
Lot sizebigger than12.03 ac94% of homes98% of homes
Year builtnewer than200366% of homes72% of homes

About 121 Saddle Ridge Dr

How much is 121 Saddle Ridge Dr, Alexander, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 121 Saddle Ridge Dr, Alexander, NC is $1,638,479 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $1,161,881 to $2,115,077. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 121 Saddle Ridge Dr, Alexander, NC last sell?

121 Saddle Ridge Dr, Alexander, NC last sold on Apr 13, 2023 for $2,685,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 121 Saddle Ridge Dr, Alexander, NC?

121 Saddle Ridge Dr, Alexander, NC has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,576 square feet of living space and a 12.03-acre lot.

When was 121 Saddle Ridge Dr, Alexander, NC built?

121 Saddle Ridge Dr, Alexander, NC was built in 2003, making it 23 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 121 Saddle Ridge Dr, Alexander, NC?

121 Saddle Ridge Dr, Alexander, NC is assigned to North Buncombe Middle School (middle), rated A; North Buncombe Elementary School (elementary), rated A; North Buncombe High School (high), rated B. All sit in Buncombe County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 121 Saddle Ridge Dr, Alexander, NC compare to other homes in Alexander 28701?

Among the 1,838 homes in Alexander 28701, it is worth more than almost all of them ($1,638,479 against a typical $444,415), its price per square foot is higher than 98% of them ($636 against a typical $298), it is bigger than 94% of them (2,576 ft² against a typical 1,468 ft²), its lot is bigger than 94% of them (12.03 ac against a typical 1.15 ac) and it is newer than 66% of them (2003 against a typical 1996). Measured against all of Buncombe County, it is worth more than 97% 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 121 Saddle Ridge Dr, Alexander, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 121 Saddle Ridge Dr, Alexander, NC was $5,403. The county assessed it at $668,900.

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