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$413,513$276 / 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 92How 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 $163,500 on May 1, 2014

261 VIEW ST

ASHEVILLE, NC 28806
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,500 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.
0.58 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1956
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$414K
$381K low$447K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$163,500 · May 1, 2014

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,555 (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.$223,200 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$223,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$223,200

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.50
1
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.
82
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
95
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.
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyBuncombe
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.58
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.Yes
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.Patio · 544 ft²Porch · 20 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.

E
Emma Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 1.2 mi
H
Clyde A. Erwin High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi
M
C.A. Erwin Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.4 mi

District: Buncombe County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28806These 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.107
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.102
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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
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.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.44,958
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,105 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$64,964
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$82,152
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.43 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

261 View St 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 68% of homes in Asheville 28806
  • Bigger than 67% of homes in Asheville 28806
  • Has a bigger lot than 79% of homes in Asheville 28806
  • Older than 78% of homes in Buncombe County

What homes are worth in Asheville 28806

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

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$193K$900K

This home is worth more than 52% of homes in Asheville 28806.

How it measures up in Asheville 28806

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Asheville 28806.

Estimated value$413,513
CheaperTypical $405,865Pricier

Pricier than 52% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$276
CheaperTypical $318Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Living area1,500 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,290 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Lot size0.58 ac
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 79% of homes nearby

Year built1956
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 31% of homes nearby

How 261 View St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAsheville 28806Buncombe County
Estimated valuepricier than$413,51352% of homes40% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$27632% of homes36% of homes
Living areabigger than1,500 ft²67% of homes51% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.58 ac79% of homes54% of homes
Year builtnewer than195631% of homes22% of homes

About 261 View St

How much is 261 View St, Asheville, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 261 View St, Asheville, NC is $413,513 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $380,508 to $446,518. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 261 View St, Asheville, NC last sell?

261 View St, Asheville, NC last sold on May 1, 2014 for $163,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 261 View St, Asheville, NC?

261 View St, Asheville, NC has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,500 square feet of living space and a 0.58-acre lot.

When was 261 View St, Asheville, NC built?

261 View St, Asheville, NC was built in 1956, making it 70 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 261 View St, Asheville, NC?

261 View St, Asheville, NC is assigned to Emma Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Clyde A. Erwin High School (high), rated D-; C.A. Erwin 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 261 View St, Asheville, NC compare to other homes in Asheville 28806?

Among the 15,338 homes in Asheville 28806, it is worth more than 52% of them ($413,513 against a typical $405,865), its price per square foot is higher than 32% of them ($276 against a typical $318), it is bigger than 67% of them (1,500 ft² against a typical 1,290 ft²), its lot is bigger than 79% of them (0.58 ac against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 31% of them (1956 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of Buncombe County, it is worth more than 40% 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 261 View St, Asheville, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 261 View St, Asheville, NC was $1,555. The county assessed it at $223,200.

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