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Single Family ResidenceResidential
$1,024,038$500 / 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 75How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026

228 BLOWING ROCK HWY

LINVILLE, NC 28646
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,047 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.
1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1930
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1M
$765K low$1.3M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,170 (2023)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$292,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$45,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$247,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$292,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$292,400

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.16
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
18
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
63
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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
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.2000
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.00
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, Attached
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.Restrictions
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 404 ft²Patio · 668 ft²Porch · 150 ft²

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.

M
Avery Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.8 mi
H
Avery County High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.0 mi
E
Newland Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.3 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

228 Blowing Rock Hwy 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 89% of homes in Avery County
  • Costs more per square foot than 86% of homes in Avery County
  • Smaller than 76% of homes in Linville 28646
  • Older than 96% 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
$36K$4.5M

This home is worth more than 47% 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$1,024,038
CheaperTypical $1,110,312Pricier

Pricier than 47% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$500
CheaperTypical $439Pricier

Pricier than 61% of homes nearby

Living area2,047 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,996 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Lot size1 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Year built1930
OlderTypical 1984Newer

Newer than 6% of homes nearby

How 228 Blowing Rock Hwy ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLinville 28646Avery County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,024,03847% of homes89% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$50061% of homes86% of homes
Living areabigger than2,047 ft²24% of homes67% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1 ac52% of homes49% of homes
Year builtnewer than19306% of homes4% of homes

About 228 Blowing Rock Hwy

How much is 228 Blowing Rock Hwy, Linville, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 228 Blowing Rock Hwy, Linville, NC is $1,024,038 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $764,867 to $1,283,209. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 228 Blowing Rock Hwy, Linville, NC last sell?

228 Blowing Rock Hwy, Linville, NC last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 228 Blowing Rock Hwy, Linville, NC?

228 Blowing Rock Hwy, Linville, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,047 square feet of living space and a 1.00-acre lot.

When was 228 Blowing Rock Hwy, Linville, NC built?

228 Blowing Rock Hwy, Linville, NC was built in 1930, making it 96 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 228 Blowing Rock Hwy, Linville, NC?

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

How does 228 Blowing Rock Hwy, Linville, NC compare to other homes in Linville 28646?

Among the 1,207 homes in Linville 28646, it is worth more than 47% of them ($1,024,038 against a typical $1,110,312), its price per square foot is higher than 61% of them ($500 against a typical $439), it is bigger than 24% of them (2,047 ft² against a typical 2,996 ft²), its lot is bigger than 52% of them (1 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 6% of them (1930 against a typical 1984). Measured against all of Avery County, it is worth more than 89% 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 228 Blowing Rock Hwy, Linville, NC?

The 2023 property tax bill for 228 Blowing Rock Hwy, Linville, NC was $1,170. The county assessed it at $292,400.

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