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$544,868$178 / 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 80How 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

185 SUNSET RDG

WHITTIER, NC 28789
3
Beds
2
Baths
3,060 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.
0.46 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1998
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$545K
$438K low$652K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,262 (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.$279,650 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$29,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$250,650
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$279,650
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$279,650

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountySWAIN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.46
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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
Cherokee Extension School
Elementary · Grades KG–12 · 4.8 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

185 Sunset Rdg 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 91% of homes in Whittier 28789
  • Bigger than 92% of homes in Whittier 28789
  • Has a smaller lot than 90% of homes in Whittier 28789
  • Newer than 68% of homes in Swain County

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
$56K$771K

This home is worth more than 91% 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$544,868
CheaperTypical $274,630Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$178
CheaperTypical $192Pricier

Pricier than 43% of homes nearby

Living area3,060 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,458 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Lot size0.46 ac
SmallerTypical 1.08 acBigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Year built1998
OlderTypical 1990Newer

Newer than 67% of homes nearby

How 185 Sunset Rdg ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWhittier 28789Swain County
Estimated valuepricier than$544,86891% of homes86% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17843% of homes61% of homes
Living areabigger than3,060 ft²92% of homes83% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.46 ac10% of homes15% of homes
Year builtnewer than199867% of homes68% of homes

About 185 Sunset Rdg

How much is 185 Sunset Rdg, Whittier, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 185 Sunset Rdg, Whittier, NC is $544,868 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $437,524 to $652,212. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 185 Sunset Rdg, Whittier, NC last sell?

185 Sunset Rdg, Whittier, NC last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 185 Sunset Rdg, Whittier, NC?

185 Sunset Rdg, Whittier, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 3,060 square feet of living space and a 0.46-acre lot.

When was 185 Sunset Rdg, Whittier, NC built?

185 Sunset Rdg, Whittier, NC was built in 1998, making it 28 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 185 Sunset Rdg, Whittier, NC?

185 Sunset Rdg, Whittier, NC is assigned to Cherokee Extension School (elementary). All sit in Swain County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 185 Sunset Rdg, Whittier, NC compare to other homes in Whittier 28789?

Among the 2,999 homes in Whittier 28789, it is worth more than 91% of them ($544,868 against a typical $274,630), its price per square foot is higher than 43% of them ($178 against a typical $192), it is bigger than 92% of them (3,060 ft² against a typical 1,458 ft²), its lot is bigger than 10% of them (0.46 ac against a typical 1.08 ac) and it is newer than 67% of them (1998 against a typical 1990). Measured against all of Swain County, it is worth more than 86% 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 185 Sunset Rdg, Whittier, NC?

The 2026 property tax bill for 185 Sunset Rdg, Whittier, NC was $1,262. The county assessed it at $279,650.

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