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$473,245$229 / 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 92How 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 $470,000 on Apr 21, 2026

21 ALEXANDER HTS

LEICESTER, NC 28748
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,070 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.
0.97 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1991
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

$473K
$436K low$511K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$470,000 · Apr 21, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,307 (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.$321,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$22,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$299,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$321,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$321,700

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.Conventional
CountyBUNCOMBE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.97
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 348 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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
Leicester Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 1.4 mi
M
C.A. Erwin Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 4.8 mi
H
Clyde A. Erwin High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.8 mi

District: Buncombe County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28748These 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.104
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.115

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.13,236
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.154 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$62,401
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$78,450
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.43 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

21 Alexander Hts 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 84% of homes in Buncombe County
  • Bigger than 83% of homes in Leicester 28748
  • Has a bigger lot than 71% of homes in Buncombe County

What homes are worth in Leicester 28748

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

This home
$184K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 56% of homes in Leicester 28748.

How it measures up in Leicester 28748

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Leicester 28748.

Estimated value$473,245
CheaperTypical $441,767Pricier

Pricier than 56% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$229
CheaperTypical $286Pricier

Pricier than 21% of homes nearby

Living area2,070 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,512 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 83% of homes nearby

Lot size0.97 ac
SmallerTypical 1.2 acBigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Year built1991
OlderTypical 1996Newer

Newer than 44% of homes nearby

How 21 Alexander Hts ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLeicester 28748Buncombe County
Estimated valuepricier than$473,24556% of homes53% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22921% of homes16% of homes
Living areabigger than2,070 ft²83% of homes78% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.97 ac35% of homes71% of homes
Year builtnewer than199144% of homes56% of homes

About 21 Alexander Hts

How much is 21 Alexander Hts, Leicester, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 21 Alexander Hts, Leicester, NC is $473,245 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $435,935 to $510,555. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 21 Alexander Hts, Leicester, NC last sell?

21 Alexander Hts, Leicester, NC last sold on Apr 21, 2026 for $470,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 21 Alexander Hts, Leicester, NC?

21 Alexander Hts, Leicester, NC has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,070 square feet of living space and a 0.97-acre lot.

When was 21 Alexander Hts, Leicester, NC built?

21 Alexander Hts, Leicester, NC was built in 1991, making it 35 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 21 Alexander Hts, Leicester, NC?

21 Alexander Hts, Leicester, NC is assigned to Leicester Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; C.A. Erwin Middle School (middle), rated B-; Clyde A. Erwin High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Buncombe County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 21 Alexander Hts, Leicester, NC compare to other homes in Leicester 28748?

Among the 5,056 homes in Leicester 28748, it is worth more than 56% of them ($473,245 against a typical $441,767), its price per square foot is higher than 21% of them ($229 against a typical $286), it is bigger than 83% of them (2,070 ft² against a typical 1,512 ft²), its lot is bigger than 35% of them (0.97 ac against a typical 1.2 ac) and it is newer than 44% of them (1991 against a typical 1996). Measured against all of Buncombe County, it is worth more than 53% 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 21 Alexander Hts, Leicester, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 21 Alexander Hts, Leicester, NC was $2,307. The county assessed it at $321,700.

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