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$70,184
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 59How 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
Last sold for $80,000 on Dec 19, 2022

277 ELK RIVER RD

ELK PARK, NC 28622
0
Baths
0.72 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1995
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$70K
$41K low$99K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$80,000 · Dec 19, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$182 (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.$26,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$25,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$1,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$26,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$26,000

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.31
100
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
26
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
29
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
CountyAvery
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.72
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

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
Cranberry Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.6 mi
E
Freedom Trail Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.6 mi
H
Avery County High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.5 mi

District: Avery County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28622These 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.134
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.111

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.65%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.7%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,299
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.79 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$51,046
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$71,419
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.52 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

277 Elk 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 88% of homes in Avery County
  • Has a smaller lot than 79% of homes in Elk Park 28622
  • Newer than 66% of homes in Avery County

What homes are worth in Elk Park 28622

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

This home
$41K$2M

This home is worth more than 20% of homes in Elk Park 28622.

How it measures up in Elk Park 28622

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Elk Park 28622.

Estimated value$70,184
CheaperTypical $195,636Pricier

Pricier than 20% of homes nearby

Lot size0.72 ac
SmallerTypical 1.38 acBigger

Bigger than 21% of homes nearby

Year built1995
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 61% of homes nearby

How 277 Elk River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeElk Park 28622Avery County
Estimated valuepricier than$70,18420% of homes12% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.72 ac21% of homes33% of homes
Year builtnewer than199561% of homes66% of homes

About 277 Elk River Rd

How much is 277 Elk River Rd, Elk Park, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 277 Elk River Rd, Elk Park, NC is $70,184 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $41,422 to $98,946. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 277 Elk River Rd, Elk Park, NC last sell?

277 Elk River Rd, Elk Park, NC last sold on Dec 19, 2022 for $80,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

When was 277 Elk River Rd, Elk Park, NC built?

277 Elk River Rd, Elk Park, NC was built in 1995, making it 31 years old.

What schools serve 277 Elk River Rd, Elk Park, NC?

277 Elk River Rd, Elk Park, NC is assigned to Cranberry Middle School (middle), rated C+; Freedom Trail Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Avery County High School (high), rated D+. All sit in Avery County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 277 Elk River Rd, Elk Park, NC compare to other homes in Elk Park 28622?

Among the 2,511 homes in Elk Park 28622, it is worth more than 20% of them ($70,184 against a typical $195,636), its lot is bigger than 21% of them (0.72 ac against a typical 1.38 ac) and it is newer than 61% of them (1995 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of Avery County, it is worth more than 12% 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 277 Elk River Rd, Elk Park, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 277 Elk River Rd, Elk Park, NC was $182. The county assessed it at $26,000.

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