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$481,331
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 79How 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 $380,000 on Aug 26, 2020

16 MYSTIC RIVER MEADOW WAY

TOPTON, NC 28781
0
Baths
0.28 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.

Valuation

$481K
$379K low$583K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$380,000 · Aug 26, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,296 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$775,920 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$379,250
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$396,670
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$775,920
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$775,920

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.66
99
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
28
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
75
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.
33
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.165 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Rural Residence
CountySWAIN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.28
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(3)

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
Swain County West Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 12.4 mi
M
Swain County Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 15.6 mi
H
Cherokee Extension School
High · Grades KG–12 · 15.8 mi

District: Swain County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28781These 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.163
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.93
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.128

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.40%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.837
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.12 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$43,611
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$82,633
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.70 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

16 Mystic River Meadow Way 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 Swain County
  • Has a smaller lot than 97% of homes in Topton 28781

What homes are worth in Topton 28781

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

This home
$92K$1.5M

This home is worth more than 67% of homes in Topton 28781.

How it measures up in Topton 28781

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Topton 28781.

Estimated value$481,331
CheaperTypical $376,835Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Lot size0.28 ac
SmallerTypical 1.57 acBigger

Bigger than 3% of homes nearby

How 16 Mystic River Meadow Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTopton 28781Swain County
Estimated valuepricier than$481,33167% of homes80% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.28 ac3% of homes6% of homes

About 16 Mystic River Meadow Way

How much is 16 Mystic River Meadow Way, Topton, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 16 Mystic River Meadow Way, Topton, NC is $481,331 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $379,293 to $583,369. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 16 Mystic River Meadow Way, Topton, NC last sell?

16 Mystic River Meadow Way, Topton, NC last sold on Aug 26, 2020 for $380,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

What schools serve 16 Mystic River Meadow Way, Topton, NC?

16 Mystic River Meadow Way, Topton, NC is assigned to Swain County West Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Swain County Middle School (middle), rated C-; Cherokee Extension School (high). All sit in Swain County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 16 Mystic River Meadow Way, Topton, NC compare to other homes in Topton 28781?

Among the 1,115 homes in Topton 28781, it is worth more than 67% of them ($481,331 against a typical $376,835) and its lot is bigger than 3% of them (0.28 ac against a typical 1.57 ac). Measured against all of Swain 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 16 Mystic River Meadow Way, Topton, NC?

The 2026 property tax bill for 16 Mystic River Meadow Way, Topton, NC was $3,296. The county assessed it at $775,920.

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