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$446,880$212 / 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 80How 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

299 INDEPENDENCE PL

CULLOWHEE, NC 28723
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,108 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.
1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1996
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$447K
$357K low$537K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,753 (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.$461,293 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$30,310
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$430,983
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$279,230

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.42
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.
79
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
94
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
17
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.Single Family Residence
CountyJACKSON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.00
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
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 · 30 ft²Patio · 30 ft²Porch · 204 ft²

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

E
Cullowhee Valley SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 1.5 mi
H
Smoky Mountain High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.7 mi

District: Jackson County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28723These 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.95
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.96
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.117

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.70%
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.20%
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.12,783
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.116 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$47,538
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$58,638
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.67 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

299 Independence Pl 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 less per square foot than 65% of homes in Jackson County
  • Bigger than 71% of homes in Jackson County
  • Newer than 67% of homes in Cullowhee 28723

What homes are worth in Cullowhee 28723

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

This home
$85K$3.4M

This home is worth more than 55% of homes in Cullowhee 28723.

How it measures up in Cullowhee 28723

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Cullowhee 28723.

Estimated value$446,880
CheaperTypical $403,275Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$212
CheaperTypical $261Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Living area2,108 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,600 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 69% of homes nearby

Lot size1 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Year built1996
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 67% of homes nearby

How 299 Independence Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCullowhee 28723Jackson County
Estimated valuepricier than$446,88055% of homes57% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21236% of homes35% of homes
Living areabigger than2,108 ft²69% of homes71% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1 ac50% of homes56% of homes
Year builtnewer than199667% of homes63% of homes

About 299 Independence Pl

How much is 299 Independence Pl, Cullowhee, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 299 Independence Pl, Cullowhee, NC is $446,880 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $357,161 to $536,599. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 299 Independence Pl, Cullowhee, NC last sell?

299 Independence Pl, Cullowhee, NC last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 299 Independence Pl, Cullowhee, NC?

299 Independence Pl, Cullowhee, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,108 square feet of living space and a 1.00-acre lot.

When was 299 Independence Pl, Cullowhee, NC built?

299 Independence Pl, Cullowhee, NC was built in 1996, making it 30 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 299 Independence Pl, Cullowhee, NC?

299 Independence Pl, Cullowhee, NC is assigned to Cullowhee Valley School (elementary), rated C-; Smoky Mountain High School (high), rated C+. All sit in Jackson County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 299 Independence Pl, Cullowhee, NC compare to other homes in Cullowhee 28723?

Among the 2,932 homes in Cullowhee 28723, it is worth more than 55% of them ($446,880 against a typical $403,275), its price per square foot is higher than 36% of them ($212 against a typical $261), it is bigger than 69% of them (2,108 ft² against a typical 1,600 ft²), its lot is bigger than 50% of them (1 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 67% of them (1996 against a typical 1985). Measured against all of Jackson County, it is worth more than 57% 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 299 Independence Pl, Cullowhee, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 299 Independence Pl, Cullowhee, NC was $1,753. The county assessed it at $461,293.

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