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$449,000$375 / 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 92How 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
Last sold for $470,000 on Sep 1, 2026

356 E NEW RIVER DR

WEST JEFFERSON, NC 28694
0
Baths
1,196 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.
0.23 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1985
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$449K
$414K low$484K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$470,000 · Sep 1, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,092 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$208,400 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$40,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$168,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$208,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$208,400

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.62
99
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.
75
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
97
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
21
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.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.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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyASHE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.23
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(4)

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.

H
Ashe County High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.1 mi
E
Westwood Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 5.5 mi
M
Ashe County Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 10.1 mi

District: Ashe County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28694These 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.113
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.102
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.97

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.73%
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.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.7,236
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.109 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$54,028
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$70,384
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.55 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.60%

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How this home compares

356 E New River Dr 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 more than 66% of homes in Ashe County
  • Costs more per square foot than 88% of homes in West Jefferson 28694
  • Smaller than 72% of homes in West Jefferson 28694
  • Has a smaller lot than 95% of homes in Ashe County

What homes are worth in West Jefferson 28694

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

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$73K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 65% of homes in West Jefferson 28694.

How it measures up in West Jefferson 28694

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in West Jefferson 28694.

Estimated value$449,000
CheaperTypical $349,822Pricier

Pricier than 65% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$375
CheaperTypical $229Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Living area1,196 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,536 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 28% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 9% of homes nearby

Year built1985
OlderTypical 1990Newer

Newer than 45% of homes nearby

How 356 E New River Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest Jefferson 28694Ashe County
Estimated valuepricier than$449,00065% of homes66% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$37588% of homes85% of homes
Living areabigger than1,196 ft²28% of homes31% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac9% of homes5% of homes
Year builtnewer than198545% of homes43% of homes

About 356 E New River Dr

How much is 356 E New River Dr, West Jefferson, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 356 E New River Dr, West Jefferson, NC is $449,000 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $413,708 to $484,292. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 356 E New River Dr, West Jefferson, NC last sell?

356 E New River Dr, West Jefferson, NC last sold on Sep 1, 2026 for $470,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 356 E New River Dr, West Jefferson, NC?

356 E New River Dr, West Jefferson, NC has 1,196 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 356 E New River Dr, West Jefferson, NC built?

356 E New River Dr, West Jefferson, NC was built in 1985, making it 41 years old. It is a conventional home.

What schools serve 356 E New River Dr, West Jefferson, NC?

356 E New River Dr, West Jefferson, NC is assigned to Ashe County High School (high), rated C-; Westwood Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Ashe County Middle School (middle), rated A+. All sit in Ashe County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 356 E New River Dr, West Jefferson, NC compare to other homes in West Jefferson 28694?

Among the 4,916 homes in West Jefferson 28694, it is worth more than 65% of them ($449,000 against a typical $349,822), its price per square foot is higher than 88% of them ($375 against a typical $229), it is bigger than 28% of them (1,196 ft² against a typical 1,536 ft²), its lot is bigger than 9% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 45% of them (1985 against a typical 1990). Measured against all of Ashe County, it is worth more than 66% 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 356 E New River Dr, West Jefferson, NC?

The 2026 property tax bill for 356 E New River Dr, West Jefferson, NC was $1,092. The county assessed it at $208,400.

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