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$113,172$112 / 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 Jul 14, 2026

296 RUFFIN ST

LINVILLE, NC 28646
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,008 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.
0.71 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1934
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$113K
$75K low$151K high
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.$113,172
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$90,538

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$534 (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.$133,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$57,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$76,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$133,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$133,600

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.80 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.1974
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.71
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.Radiant
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 · 232 ft²Patio · 584 ft²Porch · 86 ft²

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 · 2.4 mi
H
Avery County High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.5 mi
E
Newland Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.7 mi

District: Avery County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28646These 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.154
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.93
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.103

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.24%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.7%
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.983
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.32 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$84,834
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$99,845
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°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%

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.Yes

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

296 Ruffin St 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 93% of homes in Linville 28646
  • Costs less per square foot than 96% of homes in Linville 28646
  • Smaller than 94% of homes in Linville 28646
  • Has a smaller lot than 67% of homes in Avery County
  • Older than 95% of homes in Avery County

What homes are worth in Linville 28646

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

This home
$48K$4.9M

This home is worth more than 7% of homes in Linville 28646.

How it measures up in Linville 28646

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Linville 28646.

Estimated value$113,172
CheaperTypical $1,173,152Pricier

Pricier than 7% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$112
CheaperTypical $472Pricier

Pricier than 4% of homes nearby

Living area1,008 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,969 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 6% of homes nearby

Lot size0.71 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Year built1934
OlderTypical 1984Newer

Newer than 7% of homes nearby

How 296 Ruffin St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLinville 28646Avery County
Estimated valuepricier than$113,1727% of homes20% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1124% of homes9% of homes
Living areabigger than1,008 ft²6% of homes21% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.71 ac39% of homes33% of homes
Year builtnewer than19347% of homes5% of homes

About 296 Ruffin St

How much is 296 Ruffin St, Linville, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 296 Ruffin St, Linville, NC is $113,172 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $75,026 to $151,318. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 296 Ruffin St, Linville, NC last sell?

296 Ruffin St, Linville, NC last sold on Oct 18, 2000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 296 Ruffin St, Linville, NC?

296 Ruffin St, Linville, NC has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,008 square feet of living space and a 0.71-acre lot.

When was 296 Ruffin St, Linville, NC built?

296 Ruffin St, Linville, NC was built in 1934, making it 92 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 296 Ruffin St, Linville, NC?

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

How does 296 Ruffin St, Linville, NC compare to other homes in Linville 28646?

Among the 1,202 homes in Linville 28646, it is worth more than 7% of them ($113,172 against a typical $1,173,152), its price per square foot is higher than 4% of them ($112 against a typical $472), it is bigger than 6% of them (1,008 ft² against a typical 2,969 ft²), its lot is bigger than 39% of them (0.71 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 7% of them (1934 against a typical 1984). Measured against all of Avery County, it is worth more than 20% 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 296 Ruffin St, Linville, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 296 Ruffin St, Linville, NC was $534. The county assessed it at $133,600.

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