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$631,745$369 / 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 88How 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
Last sold for $530,000 on Nov 1, 2022

155 SHELTER ROCK CIR

SUGAR MOUNTAIN, NC 28604
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,710 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.
0.51 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2006
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$632K
$554K low$710K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$530,000 · Nov 1, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,155 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$288,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$37,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$251,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$288,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$288,800

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyAVERY
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.2011
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.51
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.Carport (Unspecified)
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 · 404 ft²Patio · 404 ft²Porch · 168 ft²

Transaction History(5)

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
Banner Elk Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.1 mi
M
Avery Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.6 mi
H
Avery County High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.7 mi

District: Avery County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28604These 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.94
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.101

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.37%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.23%
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.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.6,804
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.101 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$63,426
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$86,578
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.55 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 Shelter Rock Cir 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 80% of homes in Avery County
  • Costs more per square foot than 74% of homes in Avery County
  • Has a smaller lot than 77% of homes in Avery County
  • Newer than 84% of homes in Avery County

What homes are worth in Banner Elk 28604

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

This home
$96K$3M

This home is worth more than 66% of homes in Banner Elk 28604.

How it measures up in Banner Elk 28604

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Banner Elk 28604.

Estimated value$631,745
CheaperTypical $453,108Pricier

Pricier than 66% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$369
CheaperTypical $313Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Living area1,710 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,674 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Lot size0.51 ac
SmallerTypical 0.73 acBigger

Bigger than 40% of homes nearby

Year built2006
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than 83% of homes nearby

How 155 Shelter Rock Cir ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBanner Elk 28604Avery County
Estimated valuepricier than$631,74566% of homes80% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$36967% of homes74% of homes
Living areabigger than1,710 ft²52% of homes56% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.51 ac40% of homes23% of homes
Year builtnewer than200683% of homes84% of homes

About 155 Shelter Rock Cir

How much is 155 Shelter Rock Cir, Sugar Mountain, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 155 Shelter Rock Cir, Sugar Mountain, NC is $631,745 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $553,635 to $709,855. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 155 Shelter Rock Cir, Sugar Mountain, NC last sell?

155 Shelter Rock Cir, Sugar Mountain, NC last sold on Nov 1, 2022 for $530,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 155 Shelter Rock Cir, Sugar Mountain, NC?

155 Shelter Rock Cir, Sugar Mountain, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,710 square feet of living space and a 0.51-acre lot.

When was 155 Shelter Rock Cir, Sugar Mountain, NC built?

155 Shelter Rock Cir, Sugar Mountain, NC was built in 2006, making it 20 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 155 Shelter Rock Cir, Sugar Mountain, NC?

155 Shelter Rock Cir, Sugar Mountain, NC is assigned to Banner Elk Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Avery Middle School (middle), rated D-; Avery County High School (high), rated D+. All sit in Avery County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 155 Shelter Rock Cir, Sugar Mountain, NC compare to other homes in Banner Elk 28604?

Among the 11,836 homes in Banner Elk 28604, it is worth more than 66% of them ($631,745 against a typical $453,108), its price per square foot is higher than 67% of them ($369 against a typical $313), it is bigger than 52% of them (1,710 ft² against a typical 1,674 ft²), its lot is bigger than 40% of them (0.51 ac against a typical 0.73 ac) and it is newer than 83% of them (2006 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of Avery 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 155 Shelter Rock Cir, Sugar Mountain, NC?

The 2024 property tax bill for 155 Shelter Rock Cir, Sugar Mountain, NC was $1,155. The county assessed it at $288,800.

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