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$277,683$221 / 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 77How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

218 E RIVER RD

BALSAM GROVE, NC 28708
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,257 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.
5.02 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1989
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$278K
$213K low$343K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,605 (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.$353,450 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$62,250
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$291,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$268,220
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$353,450

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.69
100
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
21
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
77
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
98
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
51
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.197 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%

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
CountyTRANSYLVANIA
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.2002
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.5.02
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Wood Shingle
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
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Waterfront-Not Specified

Neighborhood · ZIP 28708These 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.167
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 100.111

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.80%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.26%
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.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.539
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.18 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$45,250
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$63,084
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.75 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

218 E River Rd 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 less than 78% of homes in Transylvania County
  • Costs less per square foot than 71% of homes in Transylvania County
  • Smaller than 75% of homes in Transylvania County
  • Has a bigger lot than 87% of homes in Transylvania County

What homes are worth in Balsam Grove 28708

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

This home
$57K$957K

This home is worth more than 52% of homes in Balsam Grove 28708.

How it measures up in Balsam Grove 28708

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Balsam Grove 28708.

Estimated value$277,683
CheaperTypical $269,810Pricier

Pricier than 52% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$221
CheaperTypical $203Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Living area1,257 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,508 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 36% of homes nearby

Lot size5.02 ac
SmallerTypical 2.5 acBigger

Bigger than 69% of homes nearby

Year built1989
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than 50% of homes nearby

How 218 E River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBalsam Grove 28708Transylvania County
Estimated valuepricier than$277,68352% of homes22% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22155% of homes29% of homes
Living areabigger than1,257 ft²36% of homes25% of homes
Lot sizebigger than5.02 ac69% of homes87% of homes
Year builtnewer than198950% of homes59% of homes

About 218 E River Rd

How much is 218 E River Rd, Balsam Grove, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 218 E River Rd, Balsam Grove, NC is $277,683 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $212,721 to $342,645. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 218 E River Rd, Balsam Grove, NC last sell?

218 E River Rd, Balsam Grove, NC last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 218 E River Rd, Balsam Grove, NC?

218 E River Rd, Balsam Grove, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,257 square feet of living space and a 5.02-acre lot.

When was 218 E River Rd, Balsam Grove, NC built?

218 E River Rd, Balsam Grove, NC was built in 1989, making it 37 years old.

How does 218 E River Rd, Balsam Grove, NC compare to other homes in Balsam Grove 28708?

Among the 339 homes in Balsam Grove 28708, it is worth more than 52% of them ($277,683 against a typical $269,810), its price per square foot is higher than 55% of them ($221 against a typical $203), it is bigger than 36% of them (1,257 ft² against a typical 1,508 ft²), its lot is bigger than 69% of them (5.02 ac against a typical 2.5 ac) and it is newer than 50% of them (1989 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of Transylvania County, it is worth more than 22% 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 218 E River Rd, Balsam Grove, NC?

The 2026 property tax bill for 218 E River Rd, Balsam Grove, NC was $2,605. The county assessed it at $353,450.

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