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$347,461$376 / 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 87How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

17 FERN ST

ASHEVILLE, NC 28803
2
Beds
2
Baths
924 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.
0.21 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2003
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$347K
$302K low$393K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,145 (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.$215,500 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$215,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$215,500

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.
14
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
80
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
88
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
51
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 Residential
CountyBuncombe
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.21
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Pier/Post & Beam
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.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.Patio · 330 ft²Porch · 50 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
W.W. Estes Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 4.5 mi
H
T.C. Roberson High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.7 mi
M
Valley Springs Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 4.8 mi

District: Buncombe County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28803These 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.114
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.99
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.112

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.29%
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.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.34,239
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.925 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$75,115
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$96,527
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.43 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

17 Fern St 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 74% of homes in Buncombe County
  • Costs more per square foot than 75% of homes in Buncombe County
  • Smaller than 90% of homes in Asheville 28803
  • Has a smaller lot than 80% of homes in Buncombe County
  • Newer than 75% of homes in Asheville 28803

What homes are worth in Asheville 28803

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

This home
$185K$2.6M

This home is worth more than 27% of homes in Asheville 28803.

How it measures up in Asheville 28803

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Asheville 28803.

Estimated value$347,461
CheaperTypical $459,172Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$376
CheaperTypical $312Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Living area924 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,560 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Lot size0.21 ac
SmallerTypical 0.37 acBigger

Bigger than 28% of homes nearby

Year built2003
OlderTypical 1986Newer

Newer than 75% of homes nearby

How 17 Fern St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBiltmore ForestAsheville 28803Buncombe County
Estimated valuepricier than$347,46137% of homes27% of homes26% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$37672% of homes73% of homes75% of homes
Living areabigger than924 ft²11% of homes10% of homes11% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.21 ac28% of homes28% of homes20% of homes
Year builtnewer than200373% of homes75% of homes73% of homes

About 17 Fern St

How much is 17 Fern St, Asheville, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 17 Fern St, Asheville, NC is $347,461 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $301,625 to $393,297. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 17 Fern St, Asheville, NC?

17 Fern St, Asheville, NC has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 924 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was 17 Fern St, Asheville, NC built?

17 Fern St, Asheville, NC was built in 2003, making it 23 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 17 Fern St, Asheville, NC?

17 Fern St, Asheville, NC is assigned to W.W. Estes Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; T.C. Roberson High School (high), rated B; Valley Springs Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Buncombe County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 17 Fern St, Asheville, NC compare to other homes in Asheville 28803?

Among the 11,406 homes in Asheville 28803, it is worth more than 27% of them ($347,461 against a typical $459,172), its price per square foot is higher than 73% of them ($376 against a typical $312), it is bigger than 10% of them (924 ft² against a typical 1,560 ft²), its lot is bigger than 28% of them (0.21 ac against a typical 0.37 ac) and it is newer than 75% of them (2003 against a typical 1986). Measured against all of Buncombe County, it is worth more than 26% 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 17 Fern St, Asheville, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 17 Fern St, Asheville, NC was $2,145. The county assessed it at $215,500.

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