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$292,381$244 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $180,000 on Mar 10, 2021

159 RIDGE LN

MURPHY, NC 28906
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,200 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.
1.04 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1995
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

$292K
$257K low$328K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$180,000 · Mar 10, 2021
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.$292,381
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$233,905

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$853 (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.$143,850 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$143,850
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$143,850

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.46
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
26
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
81
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
98
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
27
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 Residence
CountyCherokee
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.04
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
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)
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 32 ft²Porch · 240 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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
Murphy Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.1 mi
H
Murphy High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi
M
Murphy Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.0 mi

District: Cherokee County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28906These 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.116
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 100.125

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.72%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
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.20,751
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.60 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$51,416
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$68,607
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.61 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

159 Ridge Ln 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.

What homes are worth in Murphy 28906

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

This home
$43K$717K

This home is worth more than 54% of homes in Murphy 28906.

How it measures up in Murphy 28906

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Murphy 28906.

Estimated value$292,381
CheaperTypical $277,104Pricier

Pricier than 54% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$244
CheaperTypical $226Pricier

Pricier than 57% of homes nearby

Living area1,200 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,314 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 40% of homes nearby

Lot size1.04 ac
SmallerTypical 1.33 acBigger

Bigger than 38% of homes nearby

Year built1995
OlderTypical 1996Newer

Newer than 50% of homes nearby

How 159 Ridge Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMurphy 28906Cherokee County
Estimated valuepricier than$292,38154% of homes59% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24457% of homes62% of homes
Living areabigger than1,200 ft²40% of homes40% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.04 ac38% of homes39% of homes
Year builtnewer than199550% of homes54% of homes

About 159 Ridge Ln

How much is 159 Ridge Ln, Murphy, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 159 Ridge Ln, Murphy, NC is $292,381 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $257,235 to $327,527. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 159 Ridge Ln, Murphy, NC last sell?

159 Ridge Ln, Murphy, NC last sold on Mar 10, 2021 for $180,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 159 Ridge Ln, Murphy, NC?

159 Ridge Ln, Murphy, NC has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,200 square feet of living space and a 1.04-acre lot.

When was 159 Ridge Ln, Murphy, NC built?

159 Ridge Ln, Murphy, NC was built in 1995, making it 31 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 159 Ridge Ln, Murphy, NC?

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

How does 159 Ridge Ln, Murphy, NC compare to other homes in Murphy 28906?

Among the 14,392 homes in Murphy 28906, it is worth more than 54% of them ($292,381 against a typical $277,104), its price per square foot is higher than 57% of them ($244 against a typical $226), it is bigger than 40% of them (1,200 ft² against a typical 1,314 ft²), its lot is bigger than 38% of them (1.04 ac against a typical 1.33 ac) and it is newer than 50% of them (1995 against a typical 1996). Measured against all of Cherokee County, it is worth more than 59% 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 159 Ridge Ln, Murphy, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 159 Ridge Ln, Murphy, NC was $853. The county assessed it at $143,850.

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