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$595,447$220 / 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 89How 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 $330,000 on Aug 19, 2016

172 RIDDLE RD

SWANNANOA, NC 28778
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,709 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.
0.66 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1979
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$595K
$529K low$662K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$330,000 · Aug 19, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,064 (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.$439,900 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$439,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$439,900

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.55
36
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
24
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.
93
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.9 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 Residential
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyBuncombe
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.66
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
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Basement
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 · 390 ft²Patio · 684 ft²Porch · 188 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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.D. Williams Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.3 mi
H
Charles D. Owen High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.4 mi
M
C.D. Owen Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.4 mi

District: Buncombe County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28778These 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.124
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
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.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.23%
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.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.10,788
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.309 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$68,268
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$80,894
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 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

172 Riddle Rd 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 89% of homes in Swannanoa 28778
  • Costs less per square foot than 86% of homes in Buncombe County
  • Bigger than 96% of homes in Swannanoa 28778

What homes are worth in Swannanoa 28778

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

This home
$160K$893K

This home is worth more than 89% of homes in Swannanoa 28778.

How it measures up in Swannanoa 28778

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Swannanoa 28778.

Estimated value$595,447
CheaperTypical $364,860Pricier

Pricier than 89% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$220
CheaperTypical $268Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Living area2,709 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,344 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 96% of homes nearby

Lot size0.66 ac
SmallerTypical 0.47 acBigger

Bigger than 59% of homes nearby

Year built1979
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 45% of homes nearby

How 172 Riddle Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSwannanoa 28778Buncombe County
Estimated valuepricier than$595,44789% of homes71% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22025% of homes14% of homes
Living areabigger than2,709 ft²96% of homes91% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.66 ac59% of homes58% of homes
Year builtnewer than197945% of homes43% of homes

About 172 Riddle Rd

How much is 172 Riddle Rd, Swannanoa, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 172 Riddle Rd, Swannanoa, NC is $595,447 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $528,615 to $662,280. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 172 Riddle Rd, Swannanoa, NC last sell?

172 Riddle Rd, Swannanoa, NC last sold on Aug 19, 2016 for $330,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 172 Riddle Rd, Swannanoa, NC?

172 Riddle Rd, Swannanoa, NC has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,709 square feet of living space and a 0.66-acre lot.

When was 172 Riddle Rd, Swannanoa, NC built?

172 Riddle Rd, Swannanoa, NC was built in 1979, making it 47 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 172 Riddle Rd, Swannanoa, NC?

172 Riddle Rd, Swannanoa, NC is assigned to W.D. Williams Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Charles D. Owen High School (high), rated A-; C.D. Owen Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Buncombe County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 172 Riddle Rd, Swannanoa, NC compare to other homes in Swannanoa 28778?

Among the 3,967 homes in Swannanoa 28778, it is worth more than 89% of them ($595,447 against a typical $364,860), its price per square foot is higher than 25% of them ($220 against a typical $268), it is bigger than 96% of them (2,709 ft² against a typical 1,344 ft²), its lot is bigger than 59% of them (0.66 ac against a typical 0.47 ac) and it is newer than 45% of them (1979 against a typical 1985). Measured against all of Buncombe County, it is worth more than 71% 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 172 Riddle Rd, Swannanoa, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 172 Riddle Rd, Swannanoa, NC was $3,064. The county assessed it at $439,900.

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