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$86,663
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 61How 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

265 RANGER RD

MURPHY, NC 28906
0
Baths
9 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.

Valuation

$87K
$53K low$120K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$402 (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.$48,200 (2025)
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$48,200

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.65
89
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
29
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
83
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
98
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
27
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.116 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.Residential (General/Single)
CountyCHEROKEE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.9.00
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(7)

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
Ranger Elementary & Middle SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 3.4 mi
H
Hiwassee Dam High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.7 mi

District: Cherokee County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28906These 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.116
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.100
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.125

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.72%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
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.20,751
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.60 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$51,416
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$68,607
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.61 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

265 Ranger 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 91% of homes in Murphy 28906
  • Has a bigger lot than 90% of homes in Murphy 28906

What homes are worth in Murphy 28906

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

This home
$44K$667K

This home is worth more than 9% of homes in Murphy 28906.

How it measures up in Murphy 28906

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Murphy 28906.

Estimated value$86,663
CheaperTypical $276,618Pricier

Pricier than 9% of homes nearby

Lot size9 ac
SmallerTypical 1.34 acBigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

How 265 Ranger Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMurphy 28906Cherokee County
Estimated valuepricier than$86,6639% of homes11% of homes
Lot sizebigger than9 ac90% of homes89% of homes

About 265 Ranger Rd

How much is 265 Ranger Rd, Murphy, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 265 Ranger Rd, Murphy, NC is $86,663 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $52,982 to $120,344. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 265 Ranger Rd, Murphy, NC last sell?

265 Ranger Rd, Murphy, NC last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

What schools serve 265 Ranger Rd, Murphy, NC?

265 Ranger Rd, Murphy, NC is assigned to Ranger Elementary & Middle School (elementary), rated C+; Hiwassee Dam High School (high), rated B. All sit in Cherokee County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 265 Ranger Rd, Murphy, NC compare to other homes in Murphy 28906?

Among the 14,392 homes in Murphy 28906, it is worth more than 9% of them ($86,663 against a typical $276,618) and its lot is bigger than 90% of them (9 ac against a typical 1.34 ac). Measured against all of Cherokee County, it is worth more than 11% 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 265 Ranger Rd, Murphy, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 265 Ranger Rd, Murphy, NC was $402. The county assessed it at $48,200.

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