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Multi-Family Dwellings (Generic, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $565,000 on Sep 12, 2003

296 STRATFORD RD

ASHEVILLE, NC 28804
5
Beds
6 / 1
Baths
3,624 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.
0.6 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1927
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
11
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
5
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$565,000 · Sep 12, 2003

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$11,755 (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.$1,070,100 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,070,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,070,100

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.
22
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
82
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
82
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
51
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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.0.60
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Slate
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Basement
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.Patio · 108 ft²Porch · 258 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
Ira B Jones Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.2 mi
M
Asheville Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.9 mi
H
Asheville High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.8 mi

District: Asheville City Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28804These 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.90
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.97
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.116

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.88%
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.9.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.25,390
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.932 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$86,229
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$112,017
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.39 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

296 Stratford 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.

  • Bigger than 97% of homes in Buncombe County
  • Has a bigger lot than 69% of homes in Lakeview Park
  • Older than 92% of homes in Buncombe County

How it measures up in Asheville 28804

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Asheville 28804.

Living area3,624 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,720 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Lot size0.6 ac
SmallerTypical 0.46 acBigger

Bigger than 61% of homes nearby

Year built1927
OlderTypical 1977Newer

Newer than 11% of homes nearby

How 296 Stratford Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLakeview ParkAsheville 28804Buncombe County
Living areabigger than3,624 ft²89% of homes95% of homes97% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.6 ac69% of homes61% of homes55% of homes
Year builtnewer than192710% of homes11% of homes8% of homes

About 296 Stratford Rd

When did 296 Stratford Rd, Asheville, NC last sell?

296 Stratford Rd, Asheville, NC last sold on Sep 12, 2003 for $565,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 296 Stratford Rd, Asheville, NC?

296 Stratford Rd, Asheville, NC has 5 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, 3,624 square feet of living space and a 0.60-acre lot.

When was 296 Stratford Rd, Asheville, NC built?

296 Stratford Rd, Asheville, NC was built in 1927, making it 99 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 296 Stratford Rd, Asheville, NC?

296 Stratford Rd, Asheville, NC is assigned to Ira B Jones Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Asheville Middle School (middle), rated B; Asheville High School (high), rated B. All sit in Asheville City Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 296 Stratford Rd, Asheville, NC compare to other homes in Asheville 28804?

Among the 9,574 homes in Asheville 28804, it is bigger than 95% of them (3,624 ft² against a typical 1,720 ft²), its lot is bigger than 61% of them (0.6 ac against a typical 0.46 ac) and it is newer than 11% of them (1927 against a typical 1977). 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 Stratford Rd, Asheville, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 296 Stratford Rd, Asheville, NC was $11,755. The county assessed it at $1,070,100.

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