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$362,923$309 / 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 91How 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 $99,000 on Aug 27, 1993

15 FOREST RIDGE DR

ARDEN, NC 28704
3
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
1,176 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.
0.41 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1977
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$363K
$329K low$396K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$99,000 · Aug 27, 1993
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$190,923
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$152,738
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.50%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$172,000
HOMECOMINGS FINANCIAL LLC · recorded Jan 5, 2007

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,538 (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.$238,600 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$238,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$238,600

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.14
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
21
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
51
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 Residential
CountyBuncombe
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.41
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 · 160 ft²Patio · 362 ft²

Foreclosure Filings(1)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Glen Arden Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 1.0 mi
H
T.C. Roberson High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.0 mi
M
Cane Creek Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.8 mi

District: Buncombe County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28704These 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.73
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 100.107

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.25%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.3%
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.23,915
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.724 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$77,954
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$96,744
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.49 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

15 Forest Ridge Dr 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 73% of homes in Buncombe County
  • Smaller than 79% of homes in Arden 28704
  • Older than 71% of homes in Arden 28704

What homes are worth in Arden 28704

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

This home
$196K$3.8M

This home is worth more than 29% of homes in Arden 28704.

How it measures up in Arden 28704

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Arden 28704.

Estimated value$362,923
CheaperTypical $454,298Pricier

Pricier than 29% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$309
CheaperTypical $285Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Living area1,176 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,580 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 21% of homes nearby

Lot size0.41 ac
SmallerTypical 0.38 acBigger

Bigger than 53% of homes nearby

Year built1977
OlderTypical 1996Newer

Newer than 29% of homes nearby

How 15 Forest Ridge Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeArden 28704Buncombe County
Estimated valuepricier than$362,92329% of homes27% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$30960% of homes48% of homes
Living areabigger than1,176 ft²21% of homes28% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.41 ac53% of homes42% of homes
Year builtnewer than197729% of homes41% of homes

About 15 Forest Ridge Dr

How much is 15 Forest Ridge Dr, Arden, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 15 Forest Ridge Dr, Arden, NC is $362,923 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $329,449 to $396,397. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 15 Forest Ridge Dr, Arden, NC last sell?

15 Forest Ridge Dr, Arden, NC last sold on Aug 27, 1993 for $99,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 15 Forest Ridge Dr, Arden, NC?

15 Forest Ridge Dr, Arden, NC has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,176 square feet of living space and a 0.41-acre lot.

When was 15 Forest Ridge Dr, Arden, NC built?

15 Forest Ridge Dr, Arden, NC was built in 1977, making it 49 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 15 Forest Ridge Dr, Arden, NC?

15 Forest Ridge Dr, Arden, NC is assigned to Glen Arden Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; T.C. Roberson High School (high), rated B+; 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 15 Forest Ridge Dr, Arden, NC compare to other homes in Arden 28704?

Among the 7,658 homes in Arden 28704, it is worth more than 29% of them ($362,923 against a typical $454,298), its price per square foot is higher than 60% of them ($309 against a typical $285), it is bigger than 21% of them (1,176 ft² against a typical 1,580 ft²), its lot is bigger than 53% of them (0.41 ac against a typical 0.38 ac) and it is newer than 29% of them (1977 against a typical 1996). Measured against all of Buncombe County, it is worth more than 27% 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 15 Forest Ridge Dr, Arden, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 15 Forest Ridge Dr, Arden, NC was $1,538. The county assessed it at $238,600.

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