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$841,061$465 / 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 87How 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 $536,000 on Jan 13, 2021

1280 FORK RIDGE RD

ZIONVILLE, NC 28698
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,809 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.
5.99 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2009
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$841K
$734K low$948K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$536,000 · Jan 13, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,036 (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.$522,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$52,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$469,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$522,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$522,000

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.21 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.Rustic
CountyWATAUGA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.5.99
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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.Garage, Basement
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.Patio · 42 ft²Porch · 760 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
Mabel SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 2.8 mi
H
Watauga High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 11.2 mi

District: Watauga County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28698These 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.84
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.97
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.79%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,730
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.69 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$48,833
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$68,978
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.54 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

1280 Fork Ridge 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 96% of homes in Zionville 28698
  • Costs more per square foot than 98% of homes in Zionville 28698
  • Bigger than 70% of homes in Zionville 28698
  • Has a bigger lot than 90% of homes in Watauga County
  • Newer than 92% of homes in Zionville 28698

What homes are worth in Zionville 28698

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

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$106K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 96% of homes in Zionville 28698.

How it measures up in Zionville 28698

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Zionville 28698.

Estimated value$841,061
CheaperTypical $340,964Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$465
CheaperTypical $227Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Living area1,809 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,495 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Lot size5.99 ac
SmallerTypical 1.43 acBigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Year built2009
OlderTypical 1988Newer

Newer than 92% of homes nearby

How 1280 Fork Ridge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeZionville 28698Watauga County
Estimated valuepricier than$841,06196% of homes80% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$46598% of homes86% of homes
Living areabigger than1,809 ft²70% of homes55% of homes
Lot sizebigger than5.99 ac80% of homes90% of homes
Year builtnewer than200992% of homes90% of homes

About 1280 Fork Ridge Rd

How much is 1280 Fork Ridge Rd, Zionville, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1280 Fork Ridge Rd, Zionville, NC is $841,061 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $734,098 to $948,024. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1280 Fork Ridge Rd, Zionville, NC last sell?

1280 Fork Ridge Rd, Zionville, NC last sold on Jan 13, 2021 for $536,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1280 Fork Ridge Rd, Zionville, NC?

1280 Fork Ridge Rd, Zionville, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,809 square feet of living space and a 5.99-acre lot.

When was 1280 Fork Ridge Rd, Zionville, NC built?

1280 Fork Ridge Rd, Zionville, NC was built in 2009, making it 17 years old. It is a rustic home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1280 Fork Ridge Rd, Zionville, NC?

1280 Fork Ridge Rd, Zionville, NC is assigned to Mabel School (elementary), rated A-; Watauga High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Watauga County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1280 Fork Ridge Rd, Zionville, NC compare to other homes in Zionville 28698?

Among the 1,132 homes in Zionville 28698, it is worth more than 96% of them ($841,061 against a typical $340,964), its price per square foot is higher than 98% of them ($465 against a typical $227), it is bigger than 70% of them (1,809 ft² against a typical 1,495 ft²), its lot is bigger than 80% of them (5.99 ac against a typical 1.43 ac) and it is newer than 92% of them (2009 against a typical 1988). Measured against all of Watauga County, it is worth more than 80% 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 1280 Fork Ridge Rd, Zionville, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1280 Fork Ridge Rd, Zionville, NC was $2,036. The county assessed it at $522,000.

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