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$463,221$284 / 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 91How 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 $165,000 on Jun 23, 2015

196 CIRCLE DR W

VILAS, NC 28692
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,630 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.
0.33 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1971
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$463K
$420K low$506K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$165,000 · Jun 23, 2015

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$730 (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.$167,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$14,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$152,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$217,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$217,200

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.48 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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 Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyWATAUGA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.33
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.Garage, Basement
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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.

E
Cove Creek SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 1.6 mi
H
Watauga High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.5 mi

District: Watauga County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28692These 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.77
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.97
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.102

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.74%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.17%
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.4,425
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.115 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$55,013
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$81,229
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°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

196 Circle Dr W 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.

  • Has a smaller lot than 92% of homes in Vilas 28692
  • Older than 75% of homes in Watauga County

What homes are worth in Vilas 28692

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

This home
$134K$1.7M

This home is worth more than 53% of homes in Vilas 28692.

How it measures up in Vilas 28692

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Vilas 28692.

Estimated value$463,221
CheaperTypical $444,475Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$284
CheaperTypical $273Pricier

Pricier than 54% of homes nearby

Living area1,630 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,563 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 54% of homes nearby

Lot size0.33 ac
SmallerTypical 1.43 acBigger

Bigger than 8% of homes nearby

Year built1971
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than 30% of homes nearby

How 196 Circle Dr W ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeVilas 28692Watauga County
Estimated valuepricier than$463,22153% of homes42% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$28454% of homes42% of homes
Living areabigger than1,630 ft²54% of homes47% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.33 ac8% of homes18% of homes
Year builtnewer than197130% of homes25% of homes

About 196 Circle Dr W

How much is 196 Circle Dr W, Vilas, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 196 Circle Dr W, Vilas, NC is $463,221 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $420,246 to $506,196. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 196 Circle Dr W, Vilas, NC last sell?

196 Circle Dr W, Vilas, NC last sold on Jun 23, 2015 for $165,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 196 Circle Dr W, Vilas, NC?

196 Circle Dr W, Vilas, NC has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,630 square feet of living space and a 0.33-acre lot.

When was 196 Circle Dr W, Vilas, NC built?

196 Circle Dr W, Vilas, NC was built in 1971, making it 55 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 196 Circle Dr W, Vilas, NC?

196 Circle Dr W, Vilas, NC is assigned to Cove Creek School (elementary), rated B; Watauga High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Watauga County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 196 Circle Dr W, Vilas, NC compare to other homes in Vilas 28692?

Among the 2,205 homes in Vilas 28692, it is worth more than 53% of them ($463,221 against a typical $444,475), its price per square foot is higher than 54% of them ($284 against a typical $273), it is bigger than 54% of them (1,630 ft² against a typical 1,563 ft²), its lot is bigger than 8% of them (0.33 ac against a typical 1.43 ac) and it is newer than 30% of them (1971 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of Watauga County, it is worth more than 42% 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 196 Circle Dr W, Vilas, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 196 Circle Dr W, Vilas, NC was $730. The county assessed it at $167,200.

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