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$2,443,381$513 / 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 79How 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 $1,250,000 on Nov 17, 2020

181 HICKORY

LINVILLE, NC 28646
5
Beds
5
Baths
4,765 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.
1972
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$2.4M
$1.9M low$3M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,250,000 · Nov 17, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,764 (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.$1,691,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$450,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$1,241,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,691,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,691,000

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family 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.2007
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.Wood Shingle
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 703 ft²Patio · 528 ft²Porch · 335 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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 · 2.9 mi
H
Avery County High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.1 mi
E
Newland Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.5 mi

District: Avery County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28646These 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.154
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.93
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.103

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.24%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.7%
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.983
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.32 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$84,834
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$99,845
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.54 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

181 Hickory 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 96% of homes in Avery County
  • Costs more per square foot than 86% of homes in Avery County
  • Bigger than 96% of homes in Avery County
  • Older than 78% of homes in Avery County

What homes are worth in Linville 28646

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

This home
$39K$4.7M

This home is worth more than 82% of homes in Linville 28646.

How it measures up in Linville 28646

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Linville 28646.

Estimated value$2,443,381
CheaperTypical $1,144,274Pricier

Pricier than 82% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$513
CheaperTypical $443Pricier

Pricier than 61% of homes nearby

Living area4,765 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,970 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 83% of homes nearby

Year built1972
OlderTypical 1984Newer

Newer than 25% of homes nearby

How 181 Hickory ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLinville 28646Avery County
Estimated valuepricier than$2,443,38182% of homes96% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$51361% of homes86% of homes
Living areabigger than4,765 ft²83% of homes96% of homes
Year builtnewer than197225% of homes22% of homes

About 181 Hickory

How much is 181 Hickory, Linville, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 181 Hickory, Linville, NC is $2,443,381 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $1,927,404 to $2,959,358. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 181 Hickory, Linville, NC last sell?

181 Hickory, Linville, NC last sold on Nov 17, 2020 for $1,250,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 181 Hickory, Linville, NC?

181 Hickory, Linville, NC has 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms and 4,765 square feet of living space.

When was 181 Hickory, Linville, NC built?

181 Hickory, Linville, NC was built in 1972, making it 54 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 181 Hickory, Linville, NC?

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

How does 181 Hickory, Linville, NC compare to other homes in Linville 28646?

Among the 1,204 homes in Linville 28646, it is worth more than 82% of them ($2,443,381 against a typical $1,144,274), its price per square foot is higher than 61% of them ($513 against a typical $443), it is bigger than 83% of them (4,765 ft² against a typical 2,970 ft²) and it is newer than 25% of them (1972 against a typical 1984). Measured against all of Avery County, it is worth more than 96% 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 181 Hickory, Linville, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 181 Hickory, Linville, NC was $6,764. The county assessed it at $1,691,000.

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