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$661,077$274 / 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 87How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026

280 FOREST RIDGE DR

MARS HILL, NC 28754
3
Baths
2,412 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.
2.87 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1996
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$661K
$577K low$745K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,766 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$574,645 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$65,966
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$508,679
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$574,645
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$574,645

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.50
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
36
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
81
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
85
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
CountyMadison
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.87
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Footing
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Prefab
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Mixed
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 · 553 ft²

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

E
Mars Hill Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.0 mi
H
Madison High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.2 mi
M
Madison Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 9.8 mi

District: Madison County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28754These 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.121
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 100.112

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.80%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.19%
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.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.8,065
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.90 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$56,873
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$90,271
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 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

280 Forest Ridge 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 more than 86% of homes in Madison County
  • Costs more per square foot than 67% of homes in Mars Hill 28754
  • Bigger than 84% of homes in Madison County
  • Has a bigger lot than 68% of homes in Mars Hill 28754

What homes are worth in Mars Hill 28754

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

This home
$115K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 84% of homes in Mars Hill 28754.

How it measures up in Mars Hill 28754

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Mars Hill 28754.

Estimated value$661,077
CheaperTypical $414,589Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$274
CheaperTypical $240Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Living area2,412 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,634 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Lot size2.87 ac
SmallerTypical 1.32 acBigger

Bigger than 68% of homes nearby

Year built1996
OlderTypical 1990Newer

Newer than 59% of homes nearby

How 280 Forest Ridge Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMars Hill 28754Madison County
Estimated valuepricier than$661,07784% of homes86% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$27467% of homes66% of homes
Living areabigger than2,412 ft²78% of homes84% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.87 ac68% of homes54% of homes
Year builtnewer than199659% of homes59% of homes

About 280 Forest Ridge Dr

How much is 280 Forest Ridge Dr, Mars Hill, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 280 Forest Ridge Dr, Mars Hill, NC is $661,077 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $577,224 to $744,930. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 280 Forest Ridge Dr, Mars Hill, NC last sell?

280 Forest Ridge Dr, Mars Hill, NC last sold on Jan 1, 2011, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 280 Forest Ridge Dr, Mars Hill, NC?

280 Forest Ridge Dr, Mars Hill, NC has 3 bathrooms, 2,412 square feet of living space and a 2.87-acre lot.

When was 280 Forest Ridge Dr, Mars Hill, NC built?

280 Forest Ridge Dr, Mars Hill, NC was built in 1996, making it 30 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 280 Forest Ridge Dr, Mars Hill, NC?

280 Forest Ridge Dr, Mars Hill, NC is assigned to Mars Hill Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Madison High School (high), rated C; Madison Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in Madison County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 280 Forest Ridge Dr, Mars Hill, NC compare to other homes in Mars Hill 28754?

Among the 4,235 homes in Mars Hill 28754, it is worth more than 84% of them ($661,077 against a typical $414,589), its price per square foot is higher than 67% of them ($274 against a typical $240), it is bigger than 78% of them (2,412 ft² against a typical 1,634 ft²), its lot is bigger than 68% of them (2.87 ac against a typical 1.32 ac) and it is newer than 59% of them (1996 against a typical 1990). Measured against all of Madison 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 280 Forest Ridge Dr, Mars Hill, NC?

The 2024 property tax bill for 280 Forest Ridge Dr, Mars Hill, NC was $2,766. The county assessed it at $574,645.

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