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$6,430,813
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 78How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $1,800,000 on Jan 3, 2017

260 OLD ROCK RD

HIGHLANDS, NC 28741
0
Baths
31 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.

Valuation

$6.4M
$5M low$7.9M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,800,000 · Jan 3, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$31,057 (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.$8,172,933 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,995,180
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$6,177,753
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$5,715,130

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.13
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
17
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
50
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 Residential
CountyJackson
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.31.00
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

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.

E
Blue Ridge SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 5.2 mi
M
Blue Ridge Early CollegeC-
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 5.2 mi

District: Jackson County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28741These 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.167
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
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.35%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.4%
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.4,373
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.51 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$76,942
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$114,009
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.78 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

260 Old Rock 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Jackson County
  • Among the largest lots in Highlands 28741

What homes are worth in Highlands 28741

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

This home
$196K$5.1M

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Highlands 28741.

How it measures up in Highlands 28741

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Highlands 28741.

Estimated value$6,430,813
CheaperTypical $1,083,662Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Lot size31 ac
SmallerTypical 0.87 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

How 260 Old Rock Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHighlands 28741Jackson County
Estimated valuepricier than$6,430,813almost all homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than31 acalmost all homes98% of homes

About 260 Old Rock Rd

How much is 260 Old Rock Rd, Highlands, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 260 Old Rock Rd, Highlands, NC is $6,430,813 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $5,010,967 to $7,850,659. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 260 Old Rock Rd, Highlands, NC last sell?

260 Old Rock Rd, Highlands, NC last sold on Jan 3, 2017 for $1,800,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

What schools serve 260 Old Rock Rd, Highlands, NC?

260 Old Rock Rd, Highlands, NC is assigned to Blue Ridge School (elementary), rated C+; Blue Ridge Early College (middle), rated C-. All sit in Jackson County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 260 Old Rock Rd, Highlands, NC compare to other homes in Highlands 28741?

Among the 5,590 homes in Highlands 28741, it is worth more than almost all of them ($6,430,813 against a typical $1,083,662) and its lot is bigger than almost all of them (31 ac against a typical 0.87 ac). Measured against all of Jackson County, it is worth more than almost all 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 260 Old Rock Rd, Highlands, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 260 Old Rock Rd, Highlands, NC was $31,057. The county assessed it at $8,172,933.

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