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$287,171$299 / 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 81How 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 $142,500 on Jul 31, 2018

158 BENNETT RIDGE RD

FRANKLIN, NC 28734
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
960 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.
7.67 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1976
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.

Valuation

$287K
$234K low$340K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$142,500 · Jul 31, 2018
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.$287,171
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$229,737

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$910 (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.$232,290 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$107,790
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$124,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$202,990
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$232,290

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
CountyMACON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.7.67
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.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.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 · 185 ft²Patio · 385 ft²Porch · 180 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
Iotla Valley Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 1.2 mi
H
Franklin High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.3 mi
M
Macon Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 4.9 mi

District: Macon County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28734These 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.104
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.91
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.114

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.73%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
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.31,079
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.$50,932
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$69,401
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.64 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.Absentee owner
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

158 Bennett 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 less than 66% of homes in Macon County
  • Costs more per square foot than 78% of homes in Franklin 28734
  • Smaller than 80% of homes in Macon County
  • Has a bigger lot than 92% of homes in Macon County
  • Older than 66% of homes in Macon County

What homes are worth in Franklin 28734

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

This home
$116K$887K

This home is worth more than 45% of homes in Franklin 28734.

How it measures up in Franklin 28734

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Franklin 28734.

Estimated value$287,171
CheaperTypical $302,546Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$299
CheaperTypical $230Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Living area960 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,305 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Lot size7.67 ac
SmallerTypical 1.12 acBigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Year built1976
OlderTypical 1984Newer

Newer than 35% of homes nearby

How 158 Bennett Ridge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFranklin 28734Macon County
Estimated valuepricier than$287,17145% of homes34% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$29978% of homes59% of homes
Living areabigger than960 ft²22% of homes20% of homes
Lot sizebigger than7.67 ac91% of homes92% of homes
Year builtnewer than197635% of homes34% of homes

About 158 Bennett Ridge Rd

How much is 158 Bennett Ridge Rd, Franklin, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 158 Bennett Ridge Rd, Franklin, NC is $287,171 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $233,897 to $340,445. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 158 Bennett Ridge Rd, Franklin, NC last sell?

158 Bennett Ridge Rd, Franklin, NC last sold on Jul 31, 2018 for $142,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 158 Bennett Ridge Rd, Franklin, NC?

158 Bennett Ridge Rd, Franklin, NC has 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 960 square feet of living space and a 7.67-acre lot.

When was 158 Bennett Ridge Rd, Franklin, NC built?

158 Bennett Ridge Rd, Franklin, NC was built in 1976, making it 50 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 158 Bennett Ridge Rd, Franklin, NC?

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

How does 158 Bennett Ridge Rd, Franklin, NC compare to other homes in Franklin 28734?

Among the 15,850 homes in Franklin 28734, it is worth more than 45% of them ($287,171 against a typical $302,546), its price per square foot is higher than 78% of them ($299 against a typical $230), it is bigger than 22% of them (960 ft² against a typical 1,305 ft²), its lot is bigger than 91% of them (7.67 ac against a typical 1.12 ac) and it is newer than 35% of them (1976 against a typical 1984). Measured against all of Macon County, it is worth more than 34% 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 158 Bennett Ridge Rd, Franklin, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 158 Bennett Ridge Rd, Franklin, NC was $910. The county assessed it at $232,290.

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