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$517,660$436 / 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 82How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $500,000 on Aug 12, 2025

126 ROCKLEDGE LN

HIGHLANDS, NC 28741
1
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,186 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.
1.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1985
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$518K
$425K low$610K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$500,000 · Aug 12, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$561,770 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$310,020
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$251,750
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$539,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$561,770

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.10
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
16
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
33
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

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
CountyMACON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.11
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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 · 24 ft²Patio · 264 ft²Porch · 66 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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
Highlands SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–12 · 1.2 mi

District: Macon County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28741These 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.167
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 100.110

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.35%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.4%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.4,373
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.51 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$76,942
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$114,009
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.78 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 Rockledge 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 less than 85% of homes in Highlands 28741
  • Costs more per square foot than 78% of homes in Macon County
  • Smaller than 82% of homes in Highlands 28741
  • Has a bigger lot than 65% of homes in Highlands 28741

What homes are worth in Highlands 28741

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

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$200K$5M

This home is worth more than 15% of homes in Highlands 28741.

How it measures up in Highlands 28741

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Highlands 28741.

Estimated value$517,660
CheaperTypical $1,076,649Pricier

Pricier than 15% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$436
CheaperTypical $606Pricier

Pricier than 24% of homes nearby

Living area1,186 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,824 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 18% of homes nearby

Lot size1.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.86 acBigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Year built1985
OlderTypical 1984Newer

Newer than 54% of homes nearby

How 126 Rockledge Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHighlands 28741Macon County
Estimated valuepricier than$517,66015% of homes70% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$43624% of homes78% of homes
Living areabigger than1,186 ft²18% of homes36% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.11 ac65% of homes52% of homes
Year builtnewer than198554% of homes54% of homes

About 126 Rockledge Ln

How much is 126 Rockledge Ln, Highlands, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 126 Rockledge Ln, Highlands, NC is $517,660 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $424,821 to $610,499. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 126 Rockledge Ln, Highlands, NC last sell?

126 Rockledge Ln, Highlands, NC last sold on Aug 12, 2025 for $500,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 126 Rockledge Ln, Highlands, NC?

126 Rockledge Ln, Highlands, NC has 1 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,186 square feet of living space and a 1.11-acre lot.

When was 126 Rockledge Ln, Highlands, NC built?

126 Rockledge Ln, Highlands, NC was built in 1985, making it 41 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 126 Rockledge Ln, Highlands, NC?

126 Rockledge Ln, Highlands, NC is assigned to Highlands School (elementary), rated B. All sit in Macon County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 126 Rockledge Ln, Highlands, NC compare to other homes in Highlands 28741?

Among the 5,590 homes in Highlands 28741, it is worth more than 15% of them ($517,660 against a typical $1,076,649), its price per square foot is higher than 24% of them ($436 against a typical $606), it is bigger than 18% of them (1,186 ft² against a typical 1,824 ft²), its lot is bigger than 65% of them (1.11 ac against a typical 0.86 ac) and it is newer than 54% of them (1985 against a typical 1984). Measured against all of Macon County, it is worth more than 70% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

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