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Seasonal, Cabin, Vacation ResidenceResidential
Last sold for $474,000 on Aug 15, 2023

178 SOURWOOD KNLS

NEWLAND, NC 28657
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,332 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.
1989
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$474,000 · Aug 15, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$928 (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.$231,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$37,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$194,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$231,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$231,900

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.17
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
22
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
63
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.Seasonal, Cabin, Vacation 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.1994
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.Forced Air
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.Deck · 596 ft²Patio · 846 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.

M
Avery Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.9 mi
H
Avery County High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.1 mi
E
Crossnore Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.4 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

178 Sourwood Knls 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.

How it measures up in Newland 28657

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

Living area1,332 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,450 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

Year built1989
OlderTypical 1984Newer

Newer than 62% of homes nearby

How 178 Sourwood Knls ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNewland 28657Avery County
Living areabigger than1,332 ft²43% of homes37% of homes
Year builtnewer than198962% of homes56% of homes

About 178 Sourwood Knls

When did 178 Sourwood Knls, Newland, NC last sell?

178 Sourwood Knls, Newland, NC last sold on Aug 15, 2023 for $474,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 178 Sourwood Knls, Newland, NC?

178 Sourwood Knls, Newland, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 1,332 square feet of living space.

When was 178 Sourwood Knls, Newland, NC built?

178 Sourwood Knls, Newland, NC was built in 1989, making it 37 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 178 Sourwood Knls, Newland, NC?

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

How does 178 Sourwood Knls, Newland, NC compare to other homes in Newland 28657?

Among the 9,110 homes in Newland 28657, it is bigger than 43% of them (1,332 ft² against a typical 1,450 ft²) and it is newer than 62% of them (1989 against a typical 1984). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 178 Sourwood Knls, Newland, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 178 Sourwood Knls, Newland, NC was $928. The county assessed it at $231,900.

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