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$134,406$107 / 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 60How 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

487 BLUE RIDGE AVE

ELKIN, NC 28621
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,252 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.
0.65 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1940
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.

Valuation

$134K
$81K low$188K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,031 (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.$214,290 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$34,470
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$179,820
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$98,890
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$214,290

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.66
99
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
17
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
86
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
95
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
35
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%

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
CountyWILKES
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.65
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

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

E
C.B. Eller Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.9 mi
M
East Wilkes Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.2 mi
H
East Wilkes High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.8 mi

District: Wilkes County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28621These 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.120
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.99
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.82

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.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.19%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.10,516
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.151 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$57,739
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$69,124
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.57°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.50 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

487 Blue Ridge Ave 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 85% of homes in Wilkes County
  • Costs less per square foot than 87% of homes in Wilkes County
  • Smaller than 66% of homes in Elkin 28621
  • Has a smaller lot than 73% of homes in Wilkes County
  • Older than 87% of homes in Wilkes County

What homes are worth in Elkin 28621

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

This home
$65K$518K

This home is worth more than 20% of homes in Elkin 28621.

How it measures up in Elkin 28621

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Elkin 28621.

Estimated value$134,406
CheaperTypical $202,617Pricier

Pricier than 20% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$107
CheaperTypical $139Pricier

Pricier than 22% of homes nearby

Living area1,252 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,450 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Lot size0.65 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 33% of homes nearby

Year built1940
OlderTypical 1962Newer

Newer than 20% of homes nearby

How 487 Blue Ridge Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeElkin 28621Wilkes County
Estimated valuepricier than$134,40620% of homes15% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$10722% of homes13% of homes
Living areabigger than1,252 ft²34% of homes37% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.65 ac33% of homes27% of homes
Year builtnewer than194020% of homes13% of homes

About 487 Blue Ridge Ave

How much is 487 Blue Ridge Ave, Elkin, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 487 Blue Ridge Ave, Elkin, NC is $134,406 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $81,126 to $187,686. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 487 Blue Ridge Ave, Elkin, NC last sell?

487 Blue Ridge Ave, Elkin, NC last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 487 Blue Ridge Ave, Elkin, NC?

487 Blue Ridge Ave, Elkin, NC has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,252 square feet of living space and a 0.65-acre lot.

When was 487 Blue Ridge Ave, Elkin, NC built?

487 Blue Ridge Ave, Elkin, NC was built in 1940, making it 86 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 487 Blue Ridge Ave, Elkin, NC?

487 Blue Ridge Ave, Elkin, NC is assigned to C.B. Eller Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; East Wilkes Middle School (middle), rated C-; East Wilkes High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Wilkes County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 487 Blue Ridge Ave, Elkin, NC compare to other homes in Elkin 28621?

Among the 3,585 homes in Elkin 28621, it is worth more than 20% of them ($134,406 against a typical $202,617), its price per square foot is higher than 22% of them ($107 against a typical $139), it is bigger than 34% of them (1,252 ft² against a typical 1,450 ft²), its lot is bigger than 33% of them (0.65 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 20% of them (1940 against a typical 1962). Measured against all of Wilkes County, it is worth more than 15% 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 487 Blue Ridge Ave, Elkin, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 487 Blue Ridge Ave, Elkin, NC was $1,031. The county assessed it at $214,290.

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