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$1,012,741$301 / 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 78How 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

268 RIVER RD

BOONE, NC 28607
3
Beds
3
Baths
3,366 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.
32.95 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1991
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$1M
$795K low$1.2M high
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.$912,741
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$730,193
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.10%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$100,000
BRANCH BANKING & TRUST CO · E · recorded Feb 13, 2009

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,282 (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.$558,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$182,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$375,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$551,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$551,300

Climate Risk

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.Contemporary
CountyWATAUGA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.32.95
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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.Patio · 444 ft²Porch · 146 ft²

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

E
Green Valley SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 2.8 mi
H
Watauga High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.0 mi

District: Watauga County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28607These 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.88
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.99
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.97

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.78%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.25%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.28%
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.34,045
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.353 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$49,047
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$70,489
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.56 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.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.Yes

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

268 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 more than 88% of homes in Boone 28607
  • Bigger than 91% of homes in Watauga County
  • Among the largest lots in Boone 28607

What homes are worth in Boone 28607

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

This home
$168K$1.9M

This home is worth more than 88% of homes in Boone 28607.

How it measures up in Boone 28607

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Boone 28607.

Estimated value$1,012,741
CheaperTypical $514,682Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$301
CheaperTypical $302Pricier

Pricier than 49% of homes nearby

Living area3,366 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,728 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Lot size32.95 ac
SmallerTypical 0.72 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built1991
OlderTypical 1986Newer

Newer than 58% of homes nearby

How 268 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBoone 28607Watauga County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,012,74188% of homes86% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$30149% of homes48% of homes
Living areabigger than3,366 ft²90% of homes91% of homes
Lot sizebigger than32.95 acalmost all homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than199158% of homes56% of homes

About 268 River Rd

How much is 268 River Rd, Boone, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 268 River Rd, Boone, NC is $1,012,741 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $794,719 to $1,230,763. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 268 River Rd, Boone, NC last sell?

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

How big is 268 River Rd, Boone, NC?

268 River Rd, Boone, NC has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3,366 square feet of living space and a 32.95-acre lot.

When was 268 River Rd, Boone, NC built?

268 River Rd, Boone, NC was built in 1991, making it 35 years old. It is a contemporary home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 268 River Rd, Boone, NC?

268 River Rd, Boone, NC is assigned to Green Valley School (elementary), rated C; Watauga High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Watauga County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 268 River Rd, Boone, NC compare to other homes in Boone 28607?

Among the 12,061 homes in Boone 28607, it is worth more than 88% of them ($1,012,741 against a typical $514,682), its price per square foot is higher than 49% of them ($301 against a typical $302), it is bigger than 90% of them (3,366 ft² against a typical 1,728 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (32.95 ac against a typical 0.72 ac) and it is newer than 58% of them (1991 against a typical 1986). Measured against all of Watauga County, it is worth more than 86% 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 268 River Rd, Boone, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 268 River Rd, Boone, NC was $2,282. The county assessed it at $558,400.

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