Single Family ResidenceResidential
155 BIRCH DR
BLOWING ROCK, NC 28605
2
Beds
2
Baths
2,311 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.
0.27 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1973
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,511 (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.$439,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$68,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$370,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$439,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$439,000
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
CountyWATAUGA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.27
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.Asphalt
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 · 450 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.
EH
Blowing Rock SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.3 mi
Watauga High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.7 mi
District: Watauga County Schools
Neighborhood · ZIP 28605These 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.134
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.100
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.95
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.48%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.26%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.18%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.4,720
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.157 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$69,126
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$95,007
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°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
155 Birch 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.
- Bigger than 73% of homes in Watauga County
- Has a smaller lot than 89% of homes in Watauga County
- Older than 71% of homes in Watauga County
How it measures up in Blowing Rock 28605
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Blowing Rock 28605.
Living area2,311 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,036 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 60% of homes nearby
Lot size0.27 ac
SmallerTypical 0.54 acBigger
Bigger than 17% of homes nearby
Year built1973
OlderTypical 1987Newer
Newer than 30% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Blowing Rock 28605 | Watauga County |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 2,311 ft² | 60% of homes | 73% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 0.27 ac | 17% of homes | 11% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1973 | 30% of homes | 29% of homes |
About 155 Birch Dr
When did 155 Birch Dr, Blowing Rock, NC last sell?
155 Birch Dr, Blowing Rock, NC last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.
How big is 155 Birch Dr, Blowing Rock, NC?
155 Birch Dr, Blowing Rock, NC has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,311 square feet of living space and a 0.27-acre lot.
When was 155 Birch Dr, Blowing Rock, NC built?
155 Birch Dr, Blowing Rock, NC was built in 1973, making it 53 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.
What schools serve 155 Birch Dr, Blowing Rock, NC?
155 Birch Dr, Blowing Rock, NC is assigned to Blowing Rock School (elementary), rated B-; 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 155 Birch Dr, Blowing Rock, NC compare to other homes in Blowing Rock 28605?
Among the 4,492 homes in Blowing Rock 28605, it is bigger than 60% of them (2,311 ft² against a typical 2,036 ft²), its lot is bigger than 17% of them (0.27 ac against a typical 0.54 ac) and it is newer than 30% of them (1973 against a typical 1987). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 155 Birch Dr, Blowing Rock, NC?
The 2025 property tax bill for 155 Birch Dr, Blowing Rock, NC was $1,511. The county assessed it at $439,000.
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