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$608,381$482 / 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 85How 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 $557,000 on Jul 25, 2024

126 CHESTNUT FOREST RD

FAIRVIEW, NC 28730
3
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
1,262 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.
2.78 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1993
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$608K
$516K low$700K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$557,000 · Jul 25, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,454 (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.$347,300 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$347,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$347,300

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.47
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
23
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
78
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
83
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 Residential
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.2.78
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 372 ft²Patio · 350 ft²Porch · 126 ft²

Transaction History(5)

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.

E
Fairview Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.7 mi
H
A.C. Reynolds High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.0 mi
M
Cane Creek Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.5 mi

District: Buncombe County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28730These 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.78
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.93
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.104

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.86%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.30%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.6%
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.11,117
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.227 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$77,099
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$92,529
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

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How this home compares

126 Chestnut Forest Rd 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 72% of homes in Buncombe County
  • Costs more per square foot than 92% of homes in Fairview 28730
  • Smaller than 76% of homes in Fairview 28730
  • Has a bigger lot than 90% of homes in Buncombe County

What homes are worth in Fairview 28730

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

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$228K$1.5M

This home is worth more than 58% of homes in Fairview 28730.

How it measures up in Fairview 28730

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Fairview 28730.

Estimated value$608,381
CheaperTypical $555,707Pricier

Pricier than 58% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$482
CheaperTypical $309Pricier

Pricier than 92% of homes nearby

Living area1,262 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,704 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Lot size2.78 ac
SmallerTypical 1.18 acBigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Year built1993
OlderTypical 1994Newer

Newer than 49% of homes nearby

How 126 Chestnut Forest Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFairview 28730Buncombe County
Estimated valuepricier than$608,38158% of homes72% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$48292% of homes90% of homes
Living areabigger than1,262 ft²24% of homes34% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.78 ac77% of homes90% of homes
Year builtnewer than199349% of homes58% of homes

About 126 Chestnut Forest Rd

How much is 126 Chestnut Forest Rd, Fairview, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 126 Chestnut Forest Rd, Fairview, NC is $608,381 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $516,286 to $700,476. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 126 Chestnut Forest Rd, Fairview, NC last sell?

126 Chestnut Forest Rd, Fairview, NC last sold on Jul 25, 2024 for $557,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 126 Chestnut Forest Rd, Fairview, NC?

126 Chestnut Forest Rd, Fairview, NC has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,262 square feet of living space and a 2.78-acre lot.

When was 126 Chestnut Forest Rd, Fairview, NC built?

126 Chestnut Forest Rd, Fairview, NC was built in 1993, making it 33 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 126 Chestnut Forest Rd, Fairview, NC?

126 Chestnut Forest Rd, Fairview, NC is assigned to Fairview Elementary School (elementary), rated A; A.C. Reynolds High School (high), rated A-; Cane Creek Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in Buncombe County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 126 Chestnut Forest Rd, Fairview, NC compare to other homes in Fairview 28730?

Among the 4,375 homes in Fairview 28730, it is worth more than 58% of them ($608,381 against a typical $555,707), its price per square foot is higher than 92% of them ($482 against a typical $309), it is bigger than 24% of them (1,262 ft² against a typical 1,704 ft²), its lot is bigger than 77% of them (2.78 ac against a typical 1.18 ac) and it is newer than 49% of them (1993 against a typical 1994). Measured against all of Buncombe County, it is worth more than 72% 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 126 Chestnut Forest Rd, Fairview, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 126 Chestnut Forest Rd, Fairview, NC was $2,454. The county assessed it at $347,300.

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