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$178,652$204 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $20,000 on Jul 14, 1993

17 ROBY FORD LN

NEWLAND, NC 28657
3
Beds
1
Baths
876 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.
2.09 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1940
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$179K
$135K low$222K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$20,000 · Jul 14, 1993

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$266 (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.$66,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$38,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$28,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$66,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$66,400

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.25 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.minimal

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
CountyAvery
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.09
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.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
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.Shed · 240 ft²Porch · 162 ft²

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Newland Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.3 mi
H
Avery County High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi
M
Avery Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.7 mi

District: Avery County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28657These 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.107
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.105

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.60%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.9%
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.10,229
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.68 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$54,513
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$72,213
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.53 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 Roby Ford 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.

  • Smaller than 89% of homes in Avery County
  • Has a bigger lot than 72% of homes in Avery County
  • Older than 93% of homes in Avery County

What homes are worth in Newland 28657

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

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$31K$794K

This home is worth more than 51% of homes in Newland 28657.

How it measures up in Newland 28657

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Newland 28657.

Estimated value$178,652
CheaperTypical $177,113Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$204
CheaperTypical $177Pricier

Pricier than 62% of homes nearby

Living area876 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,450 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Lot size2.09 ac
SmallerTypical 1.04 acBigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Year built1940
OlderTypical 1984Newer

Newer than 8% of homes nearby

How 17 Roby Ford Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNewland 28657Avery County
Estimated valuepricier than$178,65251% of homes38% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20462% of homes40% of homes
Living areabigger than876 ft²14% of homes11% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.09 ac70% of homes72% of homes
Year builtnewer than19408% of homes7% of homes

About 17 Roby Ford Ln

How much is 17 Roby Ford Ln, Newland, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 17 Roby Ford Ln, Newland, NC is $178,652 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $135,342 to $221,962. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 17 Roby Ford Ln, Newland, NC last sell?

17 Roby Ford Ln, Newland, NC last sold on Jul 14, 1993 for $20,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 17 Roby Ford Ln, Newland, NC?

17 Roby Ford Ln, Newland, NC has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 876 square feet of living space and a 2.09-acre lot.

When was 17 Roby Ford Ln, Newland, NC built?

17 Roby Ford Ln, Newland, NC was built in 1940, making it 86 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 17 Roby Ford Ln, Newland, NC?

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

How does 17 Roby Ford Ln, Newland, NC compare to other homes in Newland 28657?

Among the 9,110 homes in Newland 28657, it is worth more than 51% of them ($178,652 against a typical $177,113), its price per square foot is higher than 62% of them ($204 against a typical $177), it is bigger than 14% of them (876 ft² against a typical 1,450 ft²), its lot is bigger than 70% of them (2.09 ac against a typical 1.04 ac) and it is newer than 8% of them (1940 against a typical 1984). Measured against all of Avery County, it is worth more than 38% 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 Roby Ford Ln, Newland, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 17 Roby Ford Ln, Newland, NC was $266. The county assessed it at $66,400.

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