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$361,089$264 / 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 83How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $260,000 on Jan 6, 2021

1256 HUFFMAN RIVER LN

PURLEAR, NC 28665
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,366 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.
7.88 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1978
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$361K
$299K low$424K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$260,000 · Jan 6, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,762 (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.$369,650 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$98,020
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$271,630
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$163,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$369,650

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.46
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
15
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
84
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
97
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
35
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.Ranch
CountyWILKES
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.7.88
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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

H
West Wilkes High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi
M
West Wilkes Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.1 mi
E
Mt. Pleasant Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.0 mi

District: Wilkes County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28665These 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.127
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.92

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.76%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,356
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.37 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$44,887
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$64,843
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.50 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.60%

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How this home compares

1256 Huffman River Ln 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.

  • Worth more than 78% of homes in Wilkes County
  • Costs more per square foot than 87% of homes in Wilkes County
  • Has a bigger lot than 85% of homes in Wilkes County
  • Older than 65% of homes in Purlear 28665

What homes are worth in Purlear 28665

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

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$58K$971K

This home is worth more than 60% of homes in Purlear 28665.

How it measures up in Purlear 28665

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Purlear 28665.

Estimated value$361,089
CheaperTypical $309,698Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$264
CheaperTypical $208Pricier

Pricier than 74% of homes nearby

Living area1,366 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,474 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

Lot size7.88 ac
SmallerTypical 2.6 acBigger

Bigger than 76% of homes nearby

Year built1978
OlderTypical 1995Newer

Newer than 35% of homes nearby

How 1256 Huffman River Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePurlear 28665Wilkes County
Estimated valuepricier than$361,08960% of homes78% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$26474% of homes87% of homes
Living areabigger than1,366 ft²43% of homes46% of homes
Lot sizebigger than7.88 ac76% of homes85% of homes
Year builtnewer than197835% of homes59% of homes

About 1256 Huffman River Ln

How much is 1256 Huffman River Ln, Purlear, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1256 Huffman River Ln, Purlear, NC is $361,089 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $298,572 to $423,606. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1256 Huffman River Ln, Purlear, NC last sell?

1256 Huffman River Ln, Purlear, NC last sold on Jan 6, 2021 for $260,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1256 Huffman River Ln, Purlear, NC?

1256 Huffman River Ln, Purlear, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,366 square feet of living space and a 7.88-acre lot.

When was 1256 Huffman River Ln, Purlear, NC built?

1256 Huffman River Ln, Purlear, NC was built in 1978, making it 48 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1256 Huffman River Ln, Purlear, NC?

1256 Huffman River Ln, Purlear, NC is assigned to West Wilkes High School (high), rated C; West Wilkes Middle School (middle), rated D; Mt. Pleasant Elementary School (elementary), rated D. All sit in Wilkes County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1256 Huffman River Ln, Purlear, NC compare to other homes in Purlear 28665?

Among the 1,286 homes in Purlear 28665, it is worth more than 60% of them ($361,089 against a typical $309,698), its price per square foot is higher than 74% of them ($264 against a typical $208), it is bigger than 43% of them (1,366 ft² against a typical 1,474 ft²), its lot is bigger than 76% of them (7.88 ac against a typical 2.6 ac) and it is newer than 35% of them (1978 against a typical 1995). Measured against all of Wilkes County, it is worth more than 78% 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 1256 Huffman River Ln, Purlear, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1256 Huffman River Ln, Purlear, NC was $1,762. The county assessed it at $369,650.

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