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$1,358,948$371 / 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 72How 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

142 HIGH RIDGE RD

CULLOWHEE, NC 28723
5
Beds
6 / 1
Baths
3,662 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.
3 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1972
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$1.4M
$983K low$1.7M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,361 (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.$1,410,687 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$199,120
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$1,211,567
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$858,620

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyJackson
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2005
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.3.00
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 120 ft²Patio · 740 ft²Porch · 411 ft²

Transaction History(7)

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
Blue Ridge SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 3.5 mi
M
Blue Ridge Early CollegeC-
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 3.5 mi

District: Jackson County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28723These 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.95
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 100.117

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.70%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.20%
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.12,783
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.116 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$47,538
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$58,638
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.67 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

142 High 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 88% of homes in Cullowhee 28723
  • Costs more per square foot than 70% of homes in Jackson County
  • Bigger than 94% of homes in Cullowhee 28723
  • Has a bigger lot than 81% of homes in Jackson County
  • Older than 73% of homes in Jackson County

What homes are worth in Cullowhee 28723

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

This home
$91K$3.5M

This home is worth more than 88% of homes in Cullowhee 28723.

How it measures up in Cullowhee 28723

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Cullowhee 28723.

Estimated value$1,358,948
CheaperTypical $419,116Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$371
CheaperTypical $272Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Living area3,662 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,620 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 94% of homes nearby

Lot size3 ac
SmallerTypical 1.02 acBigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Year built1972
OlderTypical 1984Newer

Newer than 31% of homes nearby

How 142 High Ridge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCullowhee 28723Jackson County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,358,94888% of homes87% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$37167% of homes70% of homes
Living areabigger than3,662 ft²94% of homes93% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3 ac74% of homes81% of homes
Year builtnewer than197231% of homes27% of homes

About 142 High Ridge Rd

How much is 142 High Ridge Rd, Cullowhee, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 142 High Ridge Rd, Cullowhee, NC is $1,358,948 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $982,781 to $1,735,115. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 142 High Ridge Rd, Cullowhee, NC last sell?

142 High Ridge Rd, Cullowhee, NC last sold on May 31, 2024, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 142 High Ridge Rd, Cullowhee, NC?

142 High Ridge Rd, Cullowhee, NC has 5 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, 3,662 square feet of living space and a 3.00-acre lot.

When was 142 High Ridge Rd, Cullowhee, NC built?

142 High Ridge Rd, Cullowhee, NC was built in 1972, making it 54 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 142 High Ridge Rd, Cullowhee, NC?

142 High Ridge Rd, Cullowhee, NC is assigned to Blue Ridge School (elementary), rated C+; Blue Ridge Early College (middle), rated C-. All sit in Jackson County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 142 High Ridge Rd, Cullowhee, NC compare to other homes in Cullowhee 28723?

Among the 2,927 homes in Cullowhee 28723, it is worth more than 88% of them ($1,358,948 against a typical $419,116), its price per square foot is higher than 67% of them ($371 against a typical $272), it is bigger than 94% of them (3,662 ft² against a typical 1,620 ft²), its lot is bigger than 74% of them (3 ac against a typical 1.02 ac) and it is newer than 31% of them (1972 against a typical 1984). Measured against all of Jackson County, it is worth more than 87% 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 142 High Ridge Rd, Cullowhee, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 142 High Ridge Rd, Cullowhee, NC was $5,361. The county assessed it at $1,410,687.

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