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$427,181$363 / 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 85How 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
Last sold for $215,000 on Oct 19, 2018

42 RIVERSIDE DR

BARNARDSVILLE, NC 28709
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,178 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.
0.89 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$427K
$362K low$492K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$215,000 · Oct 19, 2018
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$255,181
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$204,145
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.41%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$172,000
ACOPIA · recorded Oct 19, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,159 (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.$151,200 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$145,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$151,200

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.68
100
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
32
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.
84
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.
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.51%
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 Residential
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.0.89
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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
Barnardsville Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 0.3 mi
H
North Buncombe High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.0 mi
M
North Buncombe Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 7.0 mi

District: Buncombe County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28709These 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.101
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 100.109

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.85%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,682
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.53 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$57,703
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$77,264
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.43 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

42 Riverside 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 77% of homes in Barnardsville 28709
  • Smaller than 72% of homes in Buncombe County
  • Has a smaller lot than 84% of homes in Barnardsville 28709
  • Older than 82% of homes in Barnardsville 28709

What homes are worth in Barnardsville 28709

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

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$155K$1M

This home is worth more than 60% of homes in Barnardsville 28709.

How it measures up in Barnardsville 28709

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Barnardsville 28709.

Estimated value$427,181
CheaperTypical $382,829Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$363
CheaperTypical $273Pricier

Pricier than 77% of homes nearby

Living area1,178 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,336 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 40% of homes nearby

Lot size0.89 ac
SmallerTypical 2 acBigger

Bigger than 16% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1983Newer

Newer than 18% of homes nearby

How 42 Riverside Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBarnardsville 28709Buncombe County
Estimated valuepricier than$427,18160% of homes42% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$36377% of homes67% of homes
Living areabigger than1,178 ft²40% of homes28% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.89 ac16% of homes67% of homes
Year builtnewer than195018% of homes18% of homes

About 42 Riverside Dr

How much is 42 Riverside Dr, Barnardsville, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 42 Riverside Dr, Barnardsville, NC is $427,181 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $362,166 to $492,196. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 42 Riverside Dr, Barnardsville, NC last sell?

42 Riverside Dr, Barnardsville, NC last sold on Oct 19, 2018 for $215,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 42 Riverside Dr, Barnardsville, NC?

42 Riverside Dr, Barnardsville, NC has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,178 square feet of living space and a 0.89-acre lot.

When was 42 Riverside Dr, Barnardsville, NC built?

42 Riverside Dr, Barnardsville, NC was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 42 Riverside Dr, Barnardsville, NC?

42 Riverside Dr, Barnardsville, NC is assigned to Barnardsville Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; North Buncombe High School (high), rated B; North Buncombe Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Buncombe County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 42 Riverside Dr, Barnardsville, NC compare to other homes in Barnardsville 28709?

Among the 992 homes in Barnardsville 28709, it is worth more than 60% of them ($427,181 against a typical $382,829), its price per square foot is higher than 77% of them ($363 against a typical $273), it is bigger than 40% of them (1,178 ft² against a typical 1,336 ft²), its lot is bigger than 16% of them (0.89 ac against a typical 2 ac) and it is newer than 18% of them (1950 against a typical 1983). Measured against all of Buncombe County, it is worth more than 42% 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 42 Riverside Dr, Barnardsville, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 42 Riverside Dr, Barnardsville, NC was $1,159. The county assessed it at $151,200.

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