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$2,079,382$545 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $195,000 on Sep 5, 2017

256 EAGLE ROCK PATH

BANNER ELK, NC 28604
4
Beds
5 / 1
Baths
3,812 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.
3.03 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2019
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$2.1M
$1.6M low$2.6M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$195,000 · Sep 5, 2017
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$2,079,382
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$1,663,506

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,538 (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.$1,634,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$282,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$1,351,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,802,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,634,400

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.10
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
20
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. 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.Single Family Residence
CountyAvery
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.3.03
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Footing
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
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 · 296 ft²Patio · 524 ft²Porch · 348 ft²

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

M
Cranberry Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.3 mi
E
Freedom Trail Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 4.3 mi
H
Avery County High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 8.6 mi

District: Avery County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28604These 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.94
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.101

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.37%
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.11%
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.6,804
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.$63,426
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$86,578
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.55 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

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

256 Eagle Rock Path 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 95% of homes in Banner Elk 28604
  • Costs more per square foot than 89% of homes in Banner Elk 28604
  • Bigger than 92% of homes in Banner Elk 28604
  • Has a bigger lot than 86% of homes in Banner Elk 28604
  • Newer than 94% of homes in Banner Elk 28604

What homes are worth in Banner Elk 28604

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

This home
$93K$2.9M

This home is worth more than 95% of homes in Banner Elk 28604.

How it measures up in Banner Elk 28604

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Banner Elk 28604.

Estimated value$2,079,382
CheaperTypical $449,000Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$545
CheaperTypical $313Pricier

Pricier than 89% of homes nearby

Living area3,812 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,674 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Lot size3.03 ac
SmallerTypical 0.72 acBigger

Bigger than 86% of homes nearby

Year built2019
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than 94% of homes nearby

How 256 Eagle Rock Path ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBanner Elk 28604Avery County
Estimated valuepricier than$2,079,38295% of homes95% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$54589% of homes87% of homes
Living areabigger than3,812 ft²92% of homes92% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3.03 ac86% of homes79% of homes
Year builtnewer than201994% of homes94% of homes

About 256 Eagle Rock Path

How much is 256 Eagle Rock Path, Banner Elk, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 256 Eagle Rock Path, Banner Elk, NC is $2,079,382 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $1,566,126 to $2,592,638. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 256 Eagle Rock Path, Banner Elk, NC last sell?

256 Eagle Rock Path, Banner Elk, NC last sold on Sep 5, 2017 for $195,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 256 Eagle Rock Path, Banner Elk, NC?

256 Eagle Rock Path, Banner Elk, NC has 4 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 3,812 square feet of living space and a 3.03-acre lot.

When was 256 Eagle Rock Path, Banner Elk, NC built?

256 Eagle Rock Path, Banner Elk, NC was built in 2019, making it 7 years old. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 256 Eagle Rock Path, Banner Elk, NC?

256 Eagle Rock Path, Banner Elk, NC is assigned to Cranberry Middle School (middle), rated C+; Freedom Trail Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Avery County High School (high), rated D+. All sit in Avery County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 256 Eagle Rock Path, Banner Elk, NC compare to other homes in Banner Elk 28604?

Among the 11,891 homes in Banner Elk 28604, it is worth more than 95% of them ($2,079,382 against a typical $449,000), its price per square foot is higher than 89% of them ($545 against a typical $313), it is bigger than 92% of them (3,812 ft² against a typical 1,674 ft²), its lot is bigger than 86% of them (3.03 ac against a typical 0.72 ac) and it is newer than 94% of them (2019 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of Avery County, it is worth more than 95% 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 256 Eagle Rock Path, Banner Elk, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 256 Eagle Rock Path, Banner Elk, NC was $6,538. The county assessed it at $1,634,400.

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