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$402,039$338 / 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 83How 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

27 FOREST BROOK DR

MILLS RIVER, NC 28759
1
Baths
1,188 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.
4.73 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1970
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$402K
$334K low$470K 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.$402,039
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$321,631

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,241 (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.$287,900 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$124,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$163,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$287,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$287,900

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.51
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
27
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.
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 Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyHENDERSON
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.1980
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.4.73
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 488 ft²Patio · 40 ft²Porch · 170 ft²

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

E
Mills River Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.3 mi
M
Rugby Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.6 mi
H
West Henderson High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.6 mi

District: Henderson County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28759These 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.60
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 100.103

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.7%
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.7,000
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.288 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$90,138
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$105,537
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.53 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.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

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

27 Forest Brook Dr 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 69% of homes in Mills River 28759
  • Costs more per square foot than 87% of homes in Henderson County
  • Smaller than 90% of homes in Mills River 28759
  • Has a bigger lot than 92% of homes in Henderson County
  • Older than 86% of homes in Mills River 28759

What homes are worth in Mills River 28759

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

This home
$170K$1.4M

This home is worth more than 31% of homes in Mills River 28759.

How it measures up in Mills River 28759

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Mills River 28759.

Estimated value$402,039
CheaperTypical $508,142Pricier

Pricier than 31% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$338
CheaperTypical $256Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Living area1,188 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,895 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Lot size4.73 ac
SmallerTypical 0.88 acBigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Year built1970
OlderTypical 1996Newer

Newer than 14% of homes nearby

How 27 Forest Brook Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMills River 28759Henderson County
Estimated valuepricier than$402,03931% of homes45% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$33881% of homes87% of homes
Living areabigger than1,188 ft²10% of homes19% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4.73 ac91% of homes92% of homes
Year builtnewer than197014% of homes24% of homes

About 27 Forest Brook Dr

How much is 27 Forest Brook Dr, Mills River, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 27 Forest Brook Dr, Mills River, NC is $402,039 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $334,077 to $470,001. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 27 Forest Brook Dr, Mills River, NC last sell?

27 Forest Brook Dr, Mills River, NC last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 27 Forest Brook Dr, Mills River, NC?

27 Forest Brook Dr, Mills River, NC has 1 bathrooms, 1,188 square feet of living space and a 4.73-acre lot.

When was 27 Forest Brook Dr, Mills River, NC built?

27 Forest Brook Dr, Mills River, NC was built in 1970, making it 56 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 27 Forest Brook Dr, Mills River, NC?

27 Forest Brook Dr, Mills River, NC is assigned to Mills River Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Rugby Middle School (middle), rated B+; West Henderson High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Henderson County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 27 Forest Brook Dr, Mills River, NC compare to other homes in Mills River 28759?

Among the 3,816 homes in Mills River 28759, it is worth more than 31% of them ($402,039 against a typical $508,142), its price per square foot is higher than 81% of them ($338 against a typical $256), it is bigger than 10% of them (1,188 ft² against a typical 1,895 ft²), its lot is bigger than 91% of them (4.73 ac against a typical 0.88 ac) and it is newer than 14% of them (1970 against a typical 1996). Measured against all of Henderson County, it is worth more than 45% 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 27 Forest Brook Dr, Mills River, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 27 Forest Brook Dr, Mills River, NC was $1,241. The county assessed it at $287,900.

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