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$395,000$302 / 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 86How 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 $220,000 on Jul 16, 2026

45 JAMES DR

LEICESTER, NC 28748
4
Beds
1
Baths
1,308 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.
1986
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$395K
$338K low$452K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$220,000 · Jul 16, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,295 (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.$185,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$11,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$174,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$185,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$185,900

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
CountyBUNCOMBE
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.2003
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.45
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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 · 24 ft²Patio · 40 ft²

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.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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

E
Leicester Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 1.9 mi
M
C.A. Erwin Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 3.4 mi
H
Clyde A. Erwin High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.5 mi

District: Buncombe County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28748These 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.104
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 100.115

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
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.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.13,236
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.154 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$62,401
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$78,450
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°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%

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How this home compares

45 James 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.

  • Smaller than 66% of homes in Leicester 28748
  • Has a smaller lot than 92% of homes in Leicester 28748

What homes are worth in Leicester 28748

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

This home
$184K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 37% of homes in Leicester 28748.

How it measures up in Leicester 28748

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Leicester 28748.

Estimated value$395,000
CheaperTypical $441,767Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$302
CheaperTypical $286Pricier

Pricier than 57% of homes nearby

Living area1,308 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,512 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Lot size0.45 ac
SmallerTypical 1.2 acBigger

Bigger than 8% of homes nearby

Year built1986
OlderTypical 1996Newer

Newer than 38% of homes nearby

How 45 James Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLeicester 28748Buncombe County
Estimated valuepricier than$395,00037% of homes37% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$30257% of homes47% of homes
Living areabigger than1,308 ft²34% of homes37% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.45 ac8% of homes45% of homes
Year builtnewer than198638% of homes50% of homes

About 45 James Dr

How much is 45 James Dr, Leicester, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 45 James Dr, Leicester, NC is $395,000 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $338,395 to $451,605. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 45 James Dr, Leicester, NC last sell?

45 James Dr, Leicester, NC last sold on Jul 16, 2026 for $220,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 45 James Dr, Leicester, NC?

45 James Dr, Leicester, NC has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,308 square feet of living space and a 0.45-acre lot.

When was 45 James Dr, Leicester, NC built?

45 James Dr, Leicester, NC was built in 1986, making it 40 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 45 James Dr, Leicester, NC?

45 James Dr, Leicester, NC is assigned to Leicester Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; C.A. Erwin Middle School (middle), rated B-; Clyde A. Erwin High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Buncombe County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 45 James Dr, Leicester, NC compare to other homes in Leicester 28748?

Among the 5,056 homes in Leicester 28748, it is worth more than 37% of them ($395,000 against a typical $441,767), its price per square foot is higher than 57% of them ($302 against a typical $286), it is bigger than 34% of them (1,308 ft² against a typical 1,512 ft²), its lot is bigger than 8% of them (0.45 ac against a typical 1.2 ac) and it is newer than 38% of them (1986 against a typical 1996). Measured against all of Buncombe County, it is worth more than 37% 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 45 James Dr, Leicester, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 45 James Dr, Leicester, NC was $1,295. The county assessed it at $185,900.

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