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$380,223$223 / 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 Oct 21, 2026

243 OLD BEAR RIDGE RD

SCALY MOUNTAIN, NC 28775
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,704 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.
3.31 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1995
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$380K
$292K low$468K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,580 (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.$468,290 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$130,120
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$338,170
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$468,290
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$468,290

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.55
45
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
24
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
75
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
99
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
33
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.10 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
CountyMACON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.3.31
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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.Deck · 12 ft²Patio · 298 ft²Porch · 468 ft²

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

E
Highlands SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–12 · 8.0 mi

District: Macon County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28775These 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.180
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.91
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.109

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.50%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.550
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.47 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$64,755
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$106,012
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.69 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

243 Old Bear Ridge 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 68% of homes in Scaly Mountain 28775
  • Costs less per square foot than 84% of homes in Scaly Mountain 28775
  • Bigger than 69% of homes in Macon County
  • Has a bigger lot than 81% of homes in Macon County
  • Newer than 70% of homes in Macon County

What homes are worth in Scaly Mountain 28775

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

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$152K$2.5M

This home is worth more than 32% of homes in Scaly Mountain 28775.

How it measures up in Scaly Mountain 28775

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Scaly Mountain 28775.

Estimated value$380,223
CheaperTypical $506,785Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$223
CheaperTypical $347Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Living area1,704 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,400 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 68% of homes nearby

Lot size3.31 ac
SmallerTypical 1.9 acBigger

Bigger than 68% of homes nearby

Year built1995
OlderTypical 1988Newer

Newer than 64% of homes nearby

How 243 Old Bear Ridge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeScaly Mountain 28775Macon County
Estimated valuepricier than$380,22332% of homes55% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22316% of homes38% of homes
Living areabigger than1,704 ft²68% of homes69% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3.31 ac68% of homes81% of homes
Year builtnewer than199564% of homes70% of homes

About 243 Old Bear Ridge Rd

How much is 243 Old Bear Ridge Rd, Scaly Mountain, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 243 Old Bear Ridge Rd, Scaly Mountain, NC is $380,223 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $291,981 to $468,465. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 243 Old Bear Ridge Rd, Scaly Mountain, NC last sell?

243 Old Bear Ridge Rd, Scaly Mountain, NC last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 243 Old Bear Ridge Rd, Scaly Mountain, NC?

243 Old Bear Ridge Rd, Scaly Mountain, NC has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,704 square feet of living space and a 3.31-acre lot.

When was 243 Old Bear Ridge Rd, Scaly Mountain, NC built?

243 Old Bear Ridge Rd, Scaly Mountain, NC was built in 1995, making it 31 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 243 Old Bear Ridge Rd, Scaly Mountain, NC?

243 Old Bear Ridge Rd, Scaly Mountain, NC is assigned to Highlands School (elementary), rated B. All sit in Macon County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 243 Old Bear Ridge Rd, Scaly Mountain, NC compare to other homes in Scaly Mountain 28775?

Among the 597 homes in Scaly Mountain 28775, it is worth more than 32% of them ($380,223 against a typical $506,785), its price per square foot is higher than 16% of them ($223 against a typical $347), it is bigger than 68% of them (1,704 ft² against a typical 1,400 ft²), its lot is bigger than 68% of them (3.31 ac against a typical 1.9 ac) and it is newer than 64% of them (1995 against a typical 1988). Measured against all of Macon County, it is worth more than 55% 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 243 Old Bear Ridge Rd, Scaly Mountain, NC?

The 2026 property tax bill for 243 Old Bear Ridge Rd, Scaly Mountain, NC was $1,580. The county assessed it at $468,290.

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