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$294,486$280 / 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 89How 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 $23,000 on Jun 20, 2024

242 BENNETT RD

CANDLER, NC 28715
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,053 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.
9.76 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1962
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$294K
$261K low$328K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$23,000 · Jun 20, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,053 (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.$271,800 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$277,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$271,800

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.60
57
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
26
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
76
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
93
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.21 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.Conventional
CountyBuncombe
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.9.76
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Pier/Post & Beam
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
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.Patio · 90 ft²Porch · 168 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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.

H
Enka High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.4 mi
E
Hominy Valley Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 2.6 mi
M
Enka Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 3.6 mi

District: Buncombe County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28715These 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.91
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.99
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.110

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.30,624
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.393 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$65,746
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$87,737
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°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

242 Bennett 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 86% of homes in Buncombe County
  • Costs less per square foot than 65% of homes in Buncombe County
  • Smaller than 81% of homes in Candler 28715
  • Has a bigger lot than 97% of homes in Candler 28715
  • Older than 81% of homes in Candler 28715

What homes are worth in Candler 28715

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

This home
$167K$1.4M

This home is worth more than 23% of homes in Candler 28715.

How it measures up in Candler 28715

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Candler 28715.

Estimated value$294,486
CheaperTypical $416,366Pricier

Pricier than 23% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$280
CheaperTypical $274Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Living area1,053 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,488 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 19% of homes nearby

Lot size9.76 ac
SmallerTypical 0.7 acBigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Year built1962
OlderTypical 1993Newer

Newer than 19% of homes nearby

How 242 Bennett Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCandler 28715Buncombe County
Estimated valuepricier than$294,48623% of homes14% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$28053% of homes35% of homes
Living areabigger than1,053 ft²19% of homes19% of homes
Lot sizebigger than9.76 ac97% of homes97% of homes
Year builtnewer than196219% of homes27% of homes

About 242 Bennett Rd

How much is 242 Bennett Rd, Candler, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 242 Bennett Rd, Candler, NC is $294,486 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $261,139 to $327,833. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 242 Bennett Rd, Candler, NC last sell?

242 Bennett Rd, Candler, NC last sold on Jun 20, 2024 for $23,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 242 Bennett Rd, Candler, NC?

242 Bennett Rd, Candler, NC has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,053 square feet of living space and a 9.76-acre lot.

When was 242 Bennett Rd, Candler, NC built?

242 Bennett Rd, Candler, NC was built in 1962, making it 64 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 242 Bennett Rd, Candler, NC?

242 Bennett Rd, Candler, NC is assigned to Enka High School (high), rated C; Hominy Valley Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Enka Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Buncombe County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 242 Bennett Rd, Candler, NC compare to other homes in Candler 28715?

Among the 10,709 homes in Candler 28715, it is worth more than 23% of them ($294,486 against a typical $416,366), its price per square foot is higher than 53% of them ($280 against a typical $274), it is bigger than 19% of them (1,053 ft² against a typical 1,488 ft²), its lot is bigger than 97% of them (9.76 ac against a typical 0.7 ac) and it is newer than 19% of them (1962 against a typical 1993). Measured against all of Buncombe County, it is worth more than 14% 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 242 Bennett Rd, Candler, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 242 Bennett Rd, Candler, NC was $2,053. The county assessed it at $271,800.

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