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$240,575$295 / 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 72How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

320 RUTH CIR

MARS HILL, NC 28754
1
Baths
816 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.
12.83 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1957
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$241K
$173K low$308K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,471 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$286,922 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$153,873
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$133,049
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$286,922
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$286,922

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.60
76
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
30
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
77
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.
25
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.58 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.minimal

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
CountyMadison
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.1965
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.12.83
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.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
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.Mixed
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 · 56 ft²Shed · 72 ft²Porch · 392 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
Mars Hill Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 5.2 mi
H
Madison High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 11.8 mi
M
Madison Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 13.6 mi

District: Madison County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28754These 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.121
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.112

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.80%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.8,065
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.90 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$56,873
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$90,271
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 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

320 Ruth Cir 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 83% of homes in Mars Hill 28754
  • Costs more per square foot than 78% of homes in Mars Hill 28754
  • Smaller than 96% of homes in Mars Hill 28754
  • Has a bigger lot than 86% of homes in Mars Hill 28754
  • Older than 88% of homes in Mars Hill 28754

What homes are worth in Mars Hill 28754

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

This home
$115K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 17% of homes in Mars Hill 28754.

How it measures up in Mars Hill 28754

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Mars Hill 28754.

Estimated value$240,575
CheaperTypical $396,271Pricier

Pricier than 17% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$295
CheaperTypical $231Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Living area816 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,634 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Lot size12.83 ac
SmallerTypical 1.34 acBigger

Bigger than 86% of homes nearby

Year built1957
OlderTypical 1990Newer

Newer than 12% of homes nearby

How 320 Ruth Cir ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMars Hill 28754Madison County
Estimated valuepricier than$240,57517% of homes23% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$29578% of homes76% of homes
Living areabigger than816 ft²4% of homes8% of homes
Lot sizebigger than12.83 ac86% of homes79% of homes
Year builtnewer than195712% of homes18% of homes

About 320 Ruth Cir

How much is 320 Ruth Cir, Mars Hill, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 320 Ruth Cir, Mars Hill, NC is $240,575 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $173,106 to $308,045. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 320 Ruth Cir, Mars Hill, NC last sell?

320 Ruth Cir, Mars Hill, NC last sold on Apr 28, 2017, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 320 Ruth Cir, Mars Hill, NC?

320 Ruth Cir, Mars Hill, NC has 1 bathrooms, 816 square feet of living space and a 12.83-acre lot.

When was 320 Ruth Cir, Mars Hill, NC built?

320 Ruth Cir, Mars Hill, NC was built in 1957, making it 69 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 320 Ruth Cir, Mars Hill, NC?

320 Ruth Cir, Mars Hill, NC is assigned to Mars Hill Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Madison High School (high), rated C-; Madison Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Madison County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 320 Ruth Cir, Mars Hill, NC compare to other homes in Mars Hill 28754?

Among the 4,235 homes in Mars Hill 28754, it is worth more than 17% of them ($240,575 against a typical $396,271), its price per square foot is higher than 78% of them ($295 against a typical $231), it is bigger than 4% of them (816 ft² against a typical 1,634 ft²), its lot is bigger than 86% of them (12.83 ac against a typical 1.34 ac) and it is newer than 12% of them (1957 against a typical 1990). Measured against all of Madison County, it is worth more than 23% 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 320 Ruth Cir, Mars Hill, NC?

The 2024 property tax bill for 320 Ruth Cir, Mars Hill, NC was $1,471. The county assessed it at $286,922.

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