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$1,071,350$453 / 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 70How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $800 on Mar 20, 1968

281 DEER RUN

HIGHLANDS, NC 28741
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,364 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.
0.84 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1981
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$1.1M
$745K low$1.4M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$800 · Mar 20, 1968

Tax & Assessment

Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$1,000,410 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$470,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$530,010
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,000,410
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,000,410

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.56
69
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
16
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
69
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.
33
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.40 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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
CountyMACON
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.1998
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.84
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.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Baseboard
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Waterfront-Beach (Ocean, River Or Lake)
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 90 ft²Patio · 786 ft²Porch · 120 ft²

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
Highlands SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–12 · 3.4 mi

District: Macon County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28741These 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.167
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 100.110

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.35%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.4%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.4,373
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.51 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$76,942
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$114,009
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.78 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

281 Deer Run 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 87% of homes in Macon County
  • Costs more per square foot than 79% of homes in Macon County
  • Bigger than 89% of homes in Macon County

What homes are worth in Highlands 28741

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

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$195K$5M

This home is worth more than 50% of homes in Highlands 28741.

How it measures up in Highlands 28741

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Highlands 28741.

Estimated value$1,071,350
CheaperTypical $1,083,662Pricier

Pricier than 50% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$453
CheaperTypical $611Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Living area2,364 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,828 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Lot size0.84 ac
SmallerTypical 0.87 acBigger

Bigger than 49% of homes nearby

Year built1981
OlderTypical 1984Newer

Newer than 46% of homes nearby

How 281 Deer Run ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHighlands 28741Macon County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,071,35050% of homes87% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$45326% of homes79% of homes
Living areabigger than2,364 ft²72% of homes89% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.84 ac49% of homes37% of homes
Year builtnewer than198146% of homes45% of homes

About 281 Deer Run

How much is 281 Deer Run, Highlands, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 281 Deer Run, Highlands, NC is $1,071,350 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $744,831 to $1,397,869. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 281 Deer Run, Highlands, NC last sell?

281 Deer Run, Highlands, NC last sold on Mar 20, 1968 for $800, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 281 Deer Run, Highlands, NC?

281 Deer Run, Highlands, NC has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,364 square feet of living space and a 0.84-acre lot.

When was 281 Deer Run, Highlands, NC built?

281 Deer Run, Highlands, NC was built in 1981, making it 45 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 281 Deer Run, Highlands, NC?

281 Deer Run, Highlands, NC is assigned to Highlands School (elementary), rated B. All sit in Macon County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 281 Deer Run, Highlands, NC compare to other homes in Highlands 28741?

Among the 5,590 homes in Highlands 28741, it is worth more than 50% of them ($1,071,350 against a typical $1,083,662), its price per square foot is higher than 26% of them ($453 against a typical $611), it is bigger than 72% of them (2,364 ft² against a typical 1,828 ft²), its lot is bigger than 49% of them (0.84 ac against a typical 0.87 ac) and it is newer than 46% of them (1981 against a typical 1984). Measured against all of Macon County, it is worth more than 87% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

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