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$675,000$297 / 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 84How 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
Last sold for $910 on Sep 3, 2021

281 CLIFFSIDE LN

SEVEN DEVILS, NC 28604
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,274 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.
1.64 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1968
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$675K
$569K low$781K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$910 · Sep 3, 2021
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.$675,000
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$540,000

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,432 (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.$414,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$28,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$386,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$414,300

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.43
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
21
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
71
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
97
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
29
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
CountyWATAUGA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.64
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Basement
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.

E
Valle Crucis SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 4.8 mi
H
Watauga High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 10.6 mi

District: Watauga County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28604These 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.94
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.101

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.37%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.23%
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.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.6,804
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.$63,426
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$86,578
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.55 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.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

281 Cliffside Ln 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 73% of homes in Banner Elk 28604
  • Bigger than 72% of homes in Watauga County
  • Has a bigger lot than 73% of homes in Banner Elk 28604
  • Older than 93% of homes in Banner Elk 28604

What homes are worth in Banner Elk 28604

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

This home
$93K$2.9M

This home is worth more than 73% of homes in Banner Elk 28604.

How it measures up in Banner Elk 28604

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Banner Elk 28604.

Estimated value$675,000
CheaperTypical $449,000Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$297
CheaperTypical $313Pricier

Pricier than 44% of homes nearby

Living area2,274 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,674 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 71% of homes nearby

Lot size1.64 ac
SmallerTypical 0.72 acBigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Year built1968
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than 7% of homes nearby

How 281 Cliffside Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBanner Elk 28604Watauga County
Estimated valuepricier than$675,00073% of homes67% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$29744% of homes46% of homes
Living areabigger than2,274 ft²71% of homes72% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.64 ac73% of homes73% of homes
Year builtnewer than19687% of homes19% of homes

About 281 Cliffside Ln

How much is 281 Cliffside Ln, Seven Devils, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 281 Cliffside Ln, Seven Devils, NC is $675,000 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $569,342 to $780,658. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 281 Cliffside Ln, Seven Devils, NC last sell?

281 Cliffside Ln, Seven Devils, NC last sold on Sep 3, 2021 for $910, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 281 Cliffside Ln, Seven Devils, NC?

281 Cliffside Ln, Seven Devils, NC has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,274 square feet of living space and a 1.64-acre lot.

When was 281 Cliffside Ln, Seven Devils, NC built?

281 Cliffside Ln, Seven Devils, NC was built in 1968, making it 58 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 281 Cliffside Ln, Seven Devils, NC?

281 Cliffside Ln, Seven Devils, NC is assigned to Valle Crucis School (elementary), rated B+; 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 281 Cliffside Ln, Seven Devils, NC compare to other homes in Banner Elk 28604?

Among the 11,891 homes in Banner Elk 28604, it is worth more than 73% of them ($675,000 against a typical $449,000), its price per square foot is higher than 44% of them ($297 against a typical $313), it is bigger than 71% of them (2,274 ft² against a typical 1,674 ft²), its lot is bigger than 73% of them (1.64 ac against a typical 0.72 ac) and it is newer than 7% of them (1968 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of Watauga County, it is worth more than 67% 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 281 Cliffside Ln, Seven Devils, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 281 Cliffside Ln, Seven Devils, NC was $1,432. The county assessed it at $414,300.

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