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$234,371$117 / 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 75How 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

171 LUFTEE HLS

WHITTIER, NC 28789
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,000 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.
1.48 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1974
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$234K
$177K low$292K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$865 (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.$182,830 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$46,720
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$136,110
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$205,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$182,830

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.44
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
29
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
79
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
97
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
17
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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.Rural Residence
CountySWAIN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.48
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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

E
Swain County East Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.8 mi
M
Cherokee Extension School
Middle · Grades KG–12 · 4.3 mi

District: Swain County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28789These 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.95
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.126

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.76%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.20%
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.6,378
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.109 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$44,427
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$71,228
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.58 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

171 Luftee Hls 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 66% of homes in Swain County
  • Costs less per square foot than 83% of homes in Whittier 28789
  • Bigger than 75% of homes in Whittier 28789
  • Older than 73% of homes in Whittier 28789

What homes are worth in Whittier 28789

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

This home
$55K$750K

This home is worth more than 41% of homes in Whittier 28789.

How it measures up in Whittier 28789

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Whittier 28789.

Estimated value$234,371
CheaperTypical $269,860Pricier

Pricier than 41% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$117
CheaperTypical $183Pricier

Pricier than 17% of homes nearby

Living area2,000 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,440 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 75% of homes nearby

Lot size1.48 ac
SmallerTypical 1.07 acBigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Year built1974
OlderTypical 1990Newer

Newer than 27% of homes nearby

How 171 Luftee Hls ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWhittier 28789Swain County
Estimated valuepricier than$234,37141% of homes34% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11717% of homes27% of homes
Living areabigger than2,000 ft²75% of homes59% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.48 ac55% of homes52% of homes
Year builtnewer than197427% of homes36% of homes

About 171 Luftee Hls

How much is 171 Luftee Hls, Whittier, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 171 Luftee Hls, Whittier, NC is $234,371 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $176,923 to $291,819. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 171 Luftee Hls, Whittier, NC last sell?

171 Luftee Hls, Whittier, NC last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 171 Luftee Hls, Whittier, NC?

171 Luftee Hls, Whittier, NC has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 2,000 square feet of living space and a 1.48-acre lot.

When was 171 Luftee Hls, Whittier, NC built?

171 Luftee Hls, Whittier, NC was built in 1974, making it 52 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 171 Luftee Hls, Whittier, NC?

171 Luftee Hls, Whittier, NC is assigned to Swain County East Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Cherokee Extension School (middle). All sit in Swain County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 171 Luftee Hls, Whittier, NC compare to other homes in Whittier 28789?

Among the 3,005 homes in Whittier 28789, it is worth more than 41% of them ($234,371 against a typical $269,860), its price per square foot is higher than 17% of them ($117 against a typical $183), it is bigger than 75% of them (2,000 ft² against a typical 1,440 ft²), its lot is bigger than 55% of them (1.48 ac against a typical 1.07 ac) and it is newer than 27% of them (1974 against a typical 1990). Measured against all of Swain County, it is worth more than 34% 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 171 Luftee Hls, Whittier, NC?

The 2026 property tax bill for 171 Luftee Hls, Whittier, NC was $865. The county assessed it at $182,830.

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