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$115,746$142 / 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 66How 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

285 FOREST LN

MURPHY, NC 28906
2
Beds
1
Baths
816 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.
0.92 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1985
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$116K
$76K low$155K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$528 (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.$67,490 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$67,490
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$67,490

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.47
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.
83
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.
27
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
CountyCherokee
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.1990
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.92
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.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Baseboard
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.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 · 368 ft²

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

E
Ranger Elementary & Middle SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 3.7 mi
H
Hiwassee Dam High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 8.8 mi

District: Cherokee County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28906These 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.116
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.100
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.125

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.72%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
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.20,751
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.60 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$51,416
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$68,607
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.61 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

285 Forest 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 less than 88% of homes in Murphy 28906
  • Costs less per square foot than 83% of homes in Murphy 28906
  • Smaller than 90% of homes in Murphy 28906
  • Has a smaller lot than 73% of homes in Murphy 28906
  • Older than 66% of homes in Murphy 28906

What homes are worth in Murphy 28906

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

This home
$45K$713K

This home is worth more than 12% of homes in Murphy 28906.

How it measures up in Murphy 28906

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Murphy 28906.

Estimated value$115,746
CheaperTypical $277,336Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$142
CheaperTypical $224Pricier

Pricier than 17% of homes nearby

Living area816 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,308 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Lot size0.92 ac
SmallerTypical 1.35 acBigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Year built1985
OlderTypical 1996Newer

Newer than 34% of homes nearby

How 285 Forest Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMurphy 28906Cherokee County
Estimated valuepricier than$115,74612% of homes15% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14217% of homes22% of homes
Living areabigger than816 ft²10% of homes10% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.92 ac27% of homes28% of homes
Year builtnewer than198534% of homes38% of homes

About 285 Forest Ln

How much is 285 Forest Ln, Murphy, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 285 Forest Ln, Murphy, NC is $115,746 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $76,467 to $155,025. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 285 Forest Ln, Murphy, NC last sell?

285 Forest Ln, Murphy, NC last sold on Sep 1, 2007, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 285 Forest Ln, Murphy, NC?

285 Forest Ln, Murphy, NC has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 816 square feet of living space and a 0.92-acre lot.

When was 285 Forest Ln, Murphy, NC built?

285 Forest Ln, Murphy, NC was built in 1985, making it 41 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 285 Forest Ln, Murphy, NC?

285 Forest Ln, Murphy, NC is assigned to Ranger Elementary & Middle School (elementary), rated C+; Hiwassee Dam High School (high), rated B. All sit in Cherokee County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 285 Forest Ln, Murphy, NC compare to other homes in Murphy 28906?

Among the 14,392 homes in Murphy 28906, it is worth more than 12% of them ($115,746 against a typical $277,336), its price per square foot is higher than 17% of them ($142 against a typical $224), it is bigger than 10% of them (816 ft² against a typical 1,308 ft²), its lot is bigger than 27% of them (0.92 ac against a typical 1.35 ac) and it is newer than 34% of them (1985 against a typical 1996). Measured against all of Cherokee County, it is worth more than 15% 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 285 Forest Ln, Murphy, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 285 Forest Ln, Murphy, NC was $528. The county assessed it at $67,490.

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