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$589,000$264 / 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

2517 RIVER RD

FRANKLIN, NC 28734
2
Beds
2
Baths
2,228 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.
2.8 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$589K
$456K low$722K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,373 (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.$473,300 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$54,260
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$419,040
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$473,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$473,300

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.27
79
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.
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.68 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.2.80
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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, Finished
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 · 360 ft²Porch · 1,176 ft²

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

M
Macon Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 3.7 mi
H
Macon Early College High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.8 mi
E
East Franklin Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 5.3 mi

District: Macon County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28734These 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.105
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 100.114

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.73%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
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.31,080
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.101 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$50,933
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$69,402
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.64 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

2517 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 more than 93% of homes in Franklin 28734
  • Costs more per square foot than 71% of homes in Franklin 28734
  • Bigger than 91% of homes in Franklin 28734
  • Has a bigger lot than 77% of homes in Macon County

What homes are worth in Franklin 28734

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

This home
$104K$872K

This home is worth more than 93% of homes in Franklin 28734.

How it measures up in Franklin 28734

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Franklin 28734.

Estimated value$589,000
CheaperTypical $290,133Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$264
CheaperTypical $220Pricier

Pricier than 71% of homes nearby

Living area2,228 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,308 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Lot size2.8 ac
SmallerTypical 1.13 acBigger

Bigger than 76% of homes nearby

How 2517 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFranklin 28734Macon County
Estimated valuepricier than$589,00093% of homes74% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$26471% of homes53% of homes
Living areabigger than2,228 ft²91% of homes87% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.8 ac76% of homes77% of homes

About 2517 River Rd

How much is 2517 River Rd, Franklin, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2517 River Rd, Franklin, NC is $589,000 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $456,194 to $721,806. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2517 River Rd, Franklin, NC last sell?

2517 River Rd, Franklin, NC last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 2517 River Rd, Franklin, NC?

2517 River Rd, Franklin, NC has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,228 square feet of living space and a 2.80-acre lot.

What schools serve 2517 River Rd, Franklin, NC?

2517 River Rd, Franklin, NC is assigned to Macon Middle School (middle), rated B-; Macon Early College High School (high), rated B+; East Franklin Elementary School (elementary), rated B. All sit in Macon County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 2517 River Rd, Franklin, NC compare to other homes in Franklin 28734?

Among the 15,851 homes in Franklin 28734, it is worth more than 93% of them ($589,000 against a typical $290,133), its price per square foot is higher than 71% of them ($264 against a typical $220), it is bigger than 91% of them (2,228 ft² against a typical 1,308 ft²) and its lot is bigger than 76% of them (2.8 ac against a typical 1.13 ac). Measured against all of Macon County, it is worth more than 74% 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 2517 River Rd, Franklin, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 2517 River Rd, Franklin, NC was $3,373. The county assessed it at $473,300.

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