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$271,081$234 / 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 79How 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

397 HOLLY RIDGE RD

TOPTON, NC 28781
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,160 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.
0.45 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1973
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$271K
$215K low$327K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$646 (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.$165,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$25,490
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$139,510
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$165,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$165,000

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
CountyMACON
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.1985
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.45
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
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.Porch · 464 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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
Nantahala SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–12 · 5.7 mi

District: Macon County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28781These 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.163
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 100.128

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.40%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.837
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.12 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$43,611
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$82,633
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.70 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

397 Holly Ridge 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.

  • Worth less than 73% of homes in Topton 28781
  • Costs less per square foot than 73% of homes in Topton 28781
  • Smaller than 66% of homes in Macon County
  • Has a smaller lot than 90% of homes in Topton 28781
  • Older than 75% of homes in Topton 28781

What homes are worth in Topton 28781

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

This home
$104K$1.6M

This home is worth more than 27% of homes in Topton 28781.

How it measures up in Topton 28781

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Topton 28781.

Estimated value$271,081
CheaperTypical $386,256Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$234
CheaperTypical $306Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Living area1,160 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,248 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Lot size0.45 ac
SmallerTypical 1.54 acBigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Year built1973
OlderTypical 1992Newer

Newer than 25% of homes nearby

How 397 Holly Ridge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTopton 28781Macon County
Estimated valuepricier than$271,08127% of homes30% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23427% of homes39% of homes
Living areabigger than1,160 ft²44% of homes34% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.45 ac10% of homes16% of homes
Year builtnewer than197325% of homes29% of homes

About 397 Holly Ridge Rd

How much is 397 Holly Ridge Rd, Topton, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 397 Holly Ridge Rd, Topton, NC is $271,081 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $214,994 to $327,168. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 397 Holly Ridge Rd, Topton, NC last sell?

397 Holly Ridge Rd, Topton, NC last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 397 Holly Ridge Rd, Topton, NC?

397 Holly Ridge Rd, Topton, NC has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,160 square feet of living space and a 0.45-acre lot.

When was 397 Holly Ridge Rd, Topton, NC built?

397 Holly Ridge Rd, Topton, NC was built in 1973, making it 53 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 397 Holly Ridge Rd, Topton, NC?

397 Holly Ridge Rd, Topton, NC is assigned to Nantahala School (elementary), rated B-. All sit in Macon County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 397 Holly Ridge Rd, Topton, NC compare to other homes in Topton 28781?

Among the 1,115 homes in Topton 28781, it is worth more than 27% of them ($271,081 against a typical $386,256), its price per square foot is higher than 27% of them ($234 against a typical $306), it is bigger than 44% of them (1,160 ft² against a typical 1,248 ft²), its lot is bigger than 10% of them (0.45 ac against a typical 1.54 ac) and it is newer than 25% of them (1973 against a typical 1992). Measured against all of Macon County, it is worth more than 30% 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 397 Holly Ridge Rd, Topton, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 397 Holly Ridge Rd, Topton, NC was $646. The county assessed it at $165,000.

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