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$162,422$160 / 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 73How 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

265 RIVER RD

FRANKLIN, NC 28734
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,012 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.
2.27 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1959
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$162K
$118K low$207K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$737 (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.$211,150 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$61,110
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$150,040
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$210,650
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$211,150

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.66
100
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
23
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
79
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.
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.197 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.1 percent flood zone

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
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1983
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.27
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
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.Porch · 216 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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.

M
Macon Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.5 mi
H
Macon Early College High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.8 mi
E
East Franklin Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 3.8 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

265 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 less than 93% of homes in Macon County
  • Costs less per square foot than 88% of homes in Macon County
  • Smaller than 76% of homes in Macon County
  • Has a bigger lot than 74% of homes in Macon County
  • Older than 88% of homes in Franklin 28734

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
$106K$849K

This home is worth more than 10% 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$162,422
CheaperTypical $288,579Pricier

Pricier than 10% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$160
CheaperTypical $220Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Living area1,012 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,305 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Lot size2.27 ac
SmallerTypical 1.1 acBigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Year built1959
OlderTypical 1984Newer

Newer than 12% of homes nearby

How 265 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFranklin 28734Macon County
Estimated valuepricier than$162,42210% of homes7% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16016% of homes12% of homes
Living areabigger than1,012 ft²26% of homes24% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.27 ac73% of homes74% of homes
Year builtnewer than195912% of homes12% of homes

About 265 River Rd

How much is 265 River Rd, Franklin, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 265 River Rd, Franklin, NC is $162,422 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $117,832 to $207,012. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 265 River Rd, Franklin, NC last sell?

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

How big is 265 River Rd, Franklin, NC?

265 River Rd, Franklin, NC has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,012 square feet of living space and a 2.27-acre lot.

When was 265 River Rd, Franklin, NC built?

265 River Rd, Franklin, NC was built in 1959, making it 67 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 265 River Rd, Franklin, NC?

265 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 265 River Rd, Franklin, NC compare to other homes in Franklin 28734?

Among the 15,851 homes in Franklin 28734, it is worth more than 10% of them ($162,422 against a typical $288,579), its price per square foot is higher than 16% of them ($160 against a typical $220), it is bigger than 26% of them (1,012 ft² against a typical 1,305 ft²), its lot is bigger than 73% of them (2.27 ac against a typical 1.1 ac) and it is newer than 12% of them (1959 against a typical 1984). Measured against all of Macon County, it is worth more than 7% 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 River Rd, Franklin, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 265 River Rd, Franklin, NC was $737. The county assessed it at $211,150.

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