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$2,279,998$584 / 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 76How 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 $850,000 on Oct 27, 2017

161 HICKORY

LINVILLE, NC 28646
4
Beds
4
Baths
3,905 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.
1986
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$2.3M
$1.7M low$2.8M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$850,000 · Oct 27, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,186 (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.$1,296,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$450,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$846,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,296,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,296,500

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.2006
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Footing
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Wood Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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 · 678 ft²Patio · 678 ft²Porch · 492 ft²

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.

M
Avery Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.9 mi
H
Avery County High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.1 mi
E
Newland Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.5 mi

District: Avery County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28646These 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.154
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 100.103

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.24%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.7%
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.983
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.32 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$84,834
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$99,845
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

161 Hickory 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 96% of homes in Avery County
  • Costs more per square foot than 90% of homes in Avery County
  • Bigger than 93% of homes in Avery County

What homes are worth in Linville 28646

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

This home
$39K$4.8M

This home is worth more than 79% of homes in Linville 28646.

How it measures up in Linville 28646

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Linville 28646.

Estimated value$2,279,998
CheaperTypical $1,153,495Pricier

Pricier than 79% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$584
CheaperTypical $447Pricier

Pricier than 72% of homes nearby

Living area3,905 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,970 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 69% of homes nearby

Year built1986
OlderTypical 1984Newer

Newer than 55% of homes nearby

How 161 Hickory ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLinville 28646Avery County
Estimated valuepricier than$2,279,99879% of homes96% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$58472% of homes90% of homes
Living areabigger than3,905 ft²69% of homes93% of homes
Year builtnewer than198655% of homes52% of homes

About 161 Hickory

How much is 161 Hickory, Linville, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 161 Hickory, Linville, NC is $2,279,998 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $1,721,425 to $2,838,571. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 161 Hickory, Linville, NC last sell?

161 Hickory, Linville, NC last sold on Oct 27, 2017 for $850,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 161 Hickory, Linville, NC?

161 Hickory, Linville, NC has 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms and 3,905 square feet of living space.

When was 161 Hickory, Linville, NC built?

161 Hickory, Linville, NC was built in 1986, making it 40 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 161 Hickory, Linville, NC?

161 Hickory, Linville, NC is assigned to Avery Middle School (middle), rated D-; Avery County High School (high), rated D+; Newland Elementary School (elementary), rated C. All sit in Avery County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 161 Hickory, Linville, NC compare to other homes in Linville 28646?

Among the 1,204 homes in Linville 28646, it is worth more than 79% of them ($2,279,998 against a typical $1,153,495), its price per square foot is higher than 72% of them ($584 against a typical $447), it is bigger than 69% of them (3,905 ft² against a typical 2,970 ft²) and it is newer than 55% of them (1986 against a typical 1984). Measured against all of Avery County, it is worth more than 96% 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 161 Hickory, Linville, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 161 Hickory, Linville, NC was $5,186. The county assessed it at $1,296,500.

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