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$536,577$254 / ft²
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Last sold for $268,500 on Sep 13, 2016

144 RIDGE RD

CANDLER, NC 28715
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,113 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.
2.58 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1986
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

$537K
$482K low$591K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$268,500 · Sep 13, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,598 (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.$376,200 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$376,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$376,200

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.50
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
30
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.
92
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.2.58
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.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.Deck · 344 ft²Patio · 344 ft²Porch · 16 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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
Candler Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 3.2 mi
M
Enka Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 3.4 mi
H
Enka High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.5 mi

District: Buncombe County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28715These 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.91
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.99
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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
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.30,624
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.393 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$65,746
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$87,737
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 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

144 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 72% of homes in Candler 28715
  • Costs less per square foot than 76% of homes in Buncombe County
  • Bigger than 81% of homes in Candler 28715
  • Has a bigger lot than 89% of homes in Buncombe County

What homes are worth in Candler 28715

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

This home
$166K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 72% of homes in Candler 28715.

How it measures up in Candler 28715

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Candler 28715.

Estimated value$536,577
CheaperTypical $416,461Pricier

Pricier than 72% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$254
CheaperTypical $274Pricier

Pricier than 41% of homes nearby

Living area2,113 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,477 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Lot size2.58 ac
SmallerTypical 0.7 acBigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Year built1986
OlderTypical 1993Newer

Newer than 44% of homes nearby

How 144 Ridge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCandler 28715Buncombe County
Estimated valuepricier than$536,57772% of homes62% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25441% of homes24% of homes
Living areabigger than2,113 ft²81% of homes79% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.58 ac88% of homes89% of homes
Year builtnewer than198644% of homes50% of homes

About 144 Ridge Rd

How much is 144 Ridge Rd, Candler, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 144 Ridge Rd, Candler, NC is $536,577 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $482,116 to $591,038. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 144 Ridge Rd, Candler, NC last sell?

144 Ridge Rd, Candler, NC last sold on Sep 13, 2016 for $268,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 144 Ridge Rd, Candler, NC?

144 Ridge Rd, Candler, NC has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,113 square feet of living space and a 2.58-acre lot.

When was 144 Ridge Rd, Candler, NC built?

144 Ridge Rd, Candler, NC was built in 1986, making it 40 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 144 Ridge Rd, Candler, NC?

144 Ridge Rd, Candler, NC is assigned to Candler Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Enka Middle School (middle), rated B-; Enka High School (high), rated C. All sit in Buncombe County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 144 Ridge Rd, Candler, NC compare to other homes in Candler 28715?

Among the 10,709 homes in Candler 28715, it is worth more than 72% of them ($536,577 against a typical $416,461), its price per square foot is higher than 41% of them ($254 against a typical $274), it is bigger than 81% of them (2,113 ft² against a typical 1,477 ft²), its lot is bigger than 88% of them (2.58 ac against a typical 0.7 ac) and it is newer than 44% of them (1986 against a typical 1993). Measured against all of Buncombe County, it is worth more than 62% 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 144 Ridge Rd, Candler, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 144 Ridge Rd, Candler, NC was $2,598. The county assessed it at $376,200.

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