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$214,335$441 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $160,000 on May 27, 2021

288 RIVER RD

NEWLAND, NC 28657
2
Beds
2
Baths
486 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.
1996
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$214K
$180K low$249K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$160,000 · May 27, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$244 (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.$60,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$31,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$29,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$132,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$60,900

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.117 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
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.2011
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Pier/Post & Beam
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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.Deck · 32 ft²Patio · 32 ft²Porch · 144 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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
Avery Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.5 mi
H
Avery County High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi
E
Crossnore Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.3 mi

District: Avery County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28657These 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.107
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.105

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.60%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.9%
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.10,229
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.68 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$54,513
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$72,213
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.53 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

288 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 96% of homes in Newland 28657
  • Smaller than 98% of homes in Avery County
  • Newer than 74% of homes in Newland 28657

What homes are worth in Newland 28657

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

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$31K$794K

This home is worth more than 59% of homes in Newland 28657.

How it measures up in Newland 28657

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Newland 28657.

Estimated value$214,335
CheaperTypical $177,113Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$441
CheaperTypical $177Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Living area486 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,450 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 3% of homes nearby

Year built1996
OlderTypical 1984Newer

Newer than 74% of homes nearby

How 288 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNewland 28657Avery County
Estimated valuepricier than$214,33559% of homes46% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$44196% of homes82% of homes
Living areabigger than486 ft²3% of homes2% of homes
Year builtnewer than199674% of homes67% of homes

About 288 River Rd

How much is 288 River Rd, Newland, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 288 River Rd, Newland, NC is $214,335 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $179,878 to $248,792. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 288 River Rd, Newland, NC last sell?

288 River Rd, Newland, NC last sold on May 27, 2021 for $160,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 288 River Rd, Newland, NC?

288 River Rd, Newland, NC has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 486 square feet of living space.

When was 288 River Rd, Newland, NC built?

288 River Rd, Newland, NC was built in 1996, making it 30 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 288 River Rd, Newland, NC?

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

How does 288 River Rd, Newland, NC compare to other homes in Newland 28657?

Among the 9,110 homes in Newland 28657, it is worth more than 59% of them ($214,335 against a typical $177,113), its price per square foot is higher than 96% of them ($441 against a typical $177), it is bigger than 3% of them (486 ft² against a typical 1,450 ft²) and it is newer than 74% of them (1996 against a typical 1984). Measured against all of Avery County, it is worth more than 46% 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 288 River Rd, Newland, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 288 River Rd, Newland, NC was $244. The county assessed it at $60,900.

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