Multi-Family Dwellings (Generic, Any Combination)Residential
290 ROCK CREEK RD
BLACK MOUNTAIN, NC 28711
2
Beds
1
Baths
910 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.
12.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1958
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$667 (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.$94,400 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$94,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$94,400
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.64
100
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
20
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
79
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
93
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
32
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.197 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.
Property Facts
Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Multi-Family Dwellings (Generic, Any Combination)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyBuncombe
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.12.14
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.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
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 · 426 ft²Patio · 426 ft²Porch · 407 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.
EMH
Black Mountain Primary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–3 · 8.9 mi
C.D. Owen Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 9.9 mi
Charles D. Owen High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 10.4 mi
District: Buncombe County Schools
Neighborhood · ZIP 28711These 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.129
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.91
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.99
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.77%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.4%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.16,133
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.165 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$66,261
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$88,275
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.54 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
290 Rock Creek 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.
- Smaller than 91% of homes in Buncombe County
- Has a bigger lot than 98% of homes in Buncombe County
- Older than 77% of homes in Buncombe County
How it measures up in Black Mountain 28711
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Black Mountain 28711.
Living area910 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,470 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 12% of homes nearby
Lot size12.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.44 acBigger
Bigger than 97% of homes nearby
Year built1958
OlderTypical 1983Newer
Newer than 25% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Black Mountain 28711 | Buncombe County |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 910 ft² | 12% of homes | 9% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 12.14 ac | 97% of homes | 98% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1958 | 25% of homes | 23% of homes |
About 290 Rock Creek Rd
How big is 290 Rock Creek Rd, Black Mountain, NC?
290 Rock Creek Rd, Black Mountain, NC has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 910 square feet of living space and a 12.14-acre lot.
When was 290 Rock Creek Rd, Black Mountain, NC built?
290 Rock Creek Rd, Black Mountain, NC was built in 1958, making it 68 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.
What schools serve 290 Rock Creek Rd, Black Mountain, NC?
290 Rock Creek Rd, Black Mountain, NC is assigned to Black Mountain Primary School (elementary), rated C+; C.D. Owen Middle School (middle), rated C-; Charles D. Owen High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Buncombe County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 290 Rock Creek Rd, Black Mountain, NC compare to other homes in Black Mountain 28711?
Among the 7,040 homes in Black Mountain 28711, it is bigger than 12% of them (910 ft² against a typical 1,470 ft²), its lot is bigger than 97% of them (12.14 ac against a typical 0.44 ac) and it is newer than 25% of them (1958 against a typical 1983). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 290 Rock Creek Rd, Black Mountain, NC?
The 2025 property tax bill for 290 Rock Creek Rd, Black Mountain, NC was $667. The county assessed it at $94,400.
More homes on Rock Creek Rd
- 450 Rock Creek Rd$500K3 bd · 3 ba · 1,008 ft² · Sold Jan 2026
- 364 Rock Creek Rd4.29 ac · Sold $33K · Oct 2023
- 542 Rock Creek Rd2.88 ac · Sold $33K · Feb 2018
- 470 Rock Creek Rd960 ft² · Sold $90K · Feb 2015
- 161 Rock Creek Rd$214K2 bd · 1 ba · 824 ft² · Sold Oct 2013
- 260 Rock Creek Rd$518K3 bd · 3 ba · 1,759 ft² · Sold Jul 2011
- 321 Rock Creek Rd0.57 ac · Sold $11K · Feb 2010
- 206 Rock Creek Rd3 bd · 1 ba · 996 ft² · Sold Jul 2008
- 541 Rock Creek Rd0.65 ac · Sold $25K · Dec 2006
- 510 Rock Creek Rd$292K2 bd · 1 ba · 768 ft² · Sold $34K · Jun 2006
- 559 Rock Creek Rd$632K3 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,592 ft² · Sold $690K · Apr 2000
- 139 Rock Creek Rd$681K3 bd · 3 ba · 2,524 ft² · Sold Aug 1999
Closest homes
- 260 Rock Creek Rd$518K0.2 mi · 3 bd · 3 ba · 1,759 ft² · Sold Jul 2011
- 99999 Rock Crk0.2 mi · 3.37 ac
- 234 Rock Creek Rd$347K0.3 mi · 3 bd · 2 ba · 1,232 ft²
- Rock Crk0.3 mi · 1.7 ac · Sold $9K · Jul 2024
- 337 Rock Creek Rd$496K0.3 mi · 2 bd · 3 ba · 1,581 ft²
- 321 Rock Creek Rd0.3 mi · 0.57 ac · Sold $11K · Feb 2010
- 206 Rock Creek Rd0.3 mi · 3 bd · 1 ba · 996 ft² · Sold Jul 2008
- 50 Rock Cave Rd$510K0.3 mi · 3 bd · 2 ba · 1,553 ft² · Sold $60K · Nov 2000
More homes in Black Mountain 28711
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- 202 Midland Ave$1.1M3 bd · 2 ba · 2,016 ft² · Sold $980K · Oct 2026
- 427 Kentucky Rd$768K4 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,198 ft² · Sold $895K · Oct 2026
- 4 Knotty Pine Way2.69 ac · Sold $20K · Oct 2026
- 29 Crockett Ridge Rd$1.3M3 bd · 3.5 ba · 3,417 ft² · Sold $1.3M · Oct 2026
- 33 Crockett Ridge Rd0.3 ac · Sold $1.3M · Oct 2026
- 13 Old Greybeard Loop1.24 ac · Sold $129K · Oct 2026
- 109 Crew Ln0.13 ac · Sold $350K · Oct 2026
- 813 Montreat Rd$799K2 bd · 1 ba · 1,100 ft² · Sold $715K · Oct 2026
- 63 Mandolin Dr$676K2 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,695 ft² · Sold $725K · Oct 2026
- 114 Cragmont Rd$325K1 bd · 1 ba · 592 ft² · Sold $310K · Sep 2026
- 38 Cheshire Dr$1.4M3 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,768 ft² · Sold $1.4M · Sep 2026
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