Skip to content
Skip to content
TopHapOpen in map
Residential (General/Single)Residential
$579,751$549 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $550,000 on Apr 17, 2025

240 GALAX CIR

BLOWING ROCK, NC 28605
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,056 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.
0.37 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2024
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$580K
$466K low$694K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$550,000 · Apr 17, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,110 (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.$301,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$56,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$244,900

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.43
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
15
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
72
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.
29
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.Residential (General/Single)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Contemporary
CountyWATAUGA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.37
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.No Foundation
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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Blowing Rock SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 3.0 mi
H
Watauga High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.0 mi

District: Watauga County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28605These 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.134
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.100
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.95

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.48%
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.18%
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.4,720
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.157 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$69,126
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$95,007
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%

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

240 Galax Cir 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 70% of homes in Blowing Rock 28605
  • Costs more per square foot than 98% of homes in Appalachian Ski Mountain
  • Smaller than 93% of homes in Appalachian Ski Mountain
  • Has a smaller lot than 79% of homes in Watauga County
  • Among the newest homes in Appalachian Ski Mountain

What homes are worth in Blowing Rock 28605

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

This home
$99K$3.1M

This home is worth more than 30% of homes in Blowing Rock 28605.

How it measures up in Blowing Rock 28605

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Blowing Rock 28605.

Estimated value$579,751
CheaperTypical $761,154Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$549
CheaperTypical $398Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Living area1,056 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,034 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Lot size0.37 ac
SmallerTypical 0.54 acBigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Year built2024
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than almost all homes nearby

How 240 Galax Cir ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAppalachian Ski MountainBlowing Rock 28605Watauga County
Estimated valuepricier than$579,75135% of homes30% of homes57% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$54998% of homes81% of homes93% of homes
Living areabigger than1,056 ft²7% of homes11% of homes16% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.37 ac33% of homes31% of homes21% of homes
Year builtnewer than2024almost all homesalmost all homesalmost all homes

About 240 Galax Cir

How much is 240 Galax Cir, Blowing Rock, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 240 Galax Cir, Blowing Rock, NC is $579,751 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $465,690 to $693,812. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 240 Galax Cir, Blowing Rock, NC last sell?

240 Galax Cir, Blowing Rock, NC last sold on Apr 17, 2025 for $550,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 240 Galax Cir, Blowing Rock, NC?

240 Galax Cir, Blowing Rock, NC has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,056 square feet of living space and a 0.37-acre lot.

When was 240 Galax Cir, Blowing Rock, NC built?

240 Galax Cir, Blowing Rock, NC was built in 2024, making it 2 years old. It is a contemporary home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 240 Galax Cir, Blowing Rock, NC?

240 Galax Cir, Blowing Rock, NC is assigned to Blowing Rock 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 240 Galax Cir, Blowing Rock, NC compare to other homes in Blowing Rock 28605?

Among the 4,398 homes in Blowing Rock 28605, it is worth more than 30% of them ($579,751 against a typical $761,154), its price per square foot is higher than 81% of them ($549 against a typical $398), it is bigger than 11% of them (1,056 ft² against a typical 2,034 ft²), its lot is bigger than 31% of them (0.37 ac against a typical 0.54 ac) and it is newer than almost all of them (2024 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of Watauga County, it is worth more than 57% 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 240 Galax Cir, Blowing Rock, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 240 Galax Cir, Blowing Rock, NC was $1,110. The county assessed it at $301,600.

More homes on Galax Cir

Closest homes

More homes in Blowing Rock 28605

Assigned schools

Explore the area

See this home in context

Open 240 Galax Cir on TopHap’s interactive map to compare it against every sale nearby, overlay school zones and flood risk, and run a CMA.

Open in map
A flyover of TopHap's photorealistic 3D map, with recorded sale prices pinned to homes
Search any address, city, zip, or county…3D$1.9M$6.25MOpen in map