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$1,014,080$696 / 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 90How 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 $1,000,000 on Aug 1, 2025

487 OLD ROCKY BRANCH RD

TOPTON, NC 28781
3
Beds
3.5
Baths
1,458 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.
0.73 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2018
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1M
$913K low$1.1M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,000,000 · Aug 1, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$829,550 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$250,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$579,550
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$792,850
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$829,550

Climate Risk

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.minimal

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.Rustic
CountyMACON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.73
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.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Waterfront-Beach (Ocean, River Or Lake)
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 · 400 ft²Porch · 660 ft²Boat access

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
Nantahala SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–12 · 5.2 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

487 Old Rocky Branch 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 more than 91% of homes in Topton 28781
  • Costs more per square foot than 92% of homes in Topton 28781
  • Has a smaller lot than 76% of homes in Topton 28781
  • Among the newest 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
$97K$1.5M

This home is worth more than 91% 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$1,014,080
CheaperTypical $372,842Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$696
CheaperTypical $293Pricier

Pricier than 92% of homes nearby

Living area1,458 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,248 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Lot size0.73 ac
SmallerTypical 1.54 acBigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Year built2018
OlderTypical 1992Newer

Newer than almost all homes nearby

How 487 Old Rocky Branch Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTopton 28781Macon County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,014,08091% of homes87% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$69692% of homes90% of homes
Living areabigger than1,458 ft²64% of homes56% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.73 ac24% of homes32% of homes
Year builtnewer than2018almost all homesalmost all homes

About 487 Old Rocky Branch Rd

How much is 487 Old Rocky Branch Rd, Topton, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 487 Old Rocky Branch Rd, Topton, NC is $1,014,080 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $913,369 to $1,114,791. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 487 Old Rocky Branch Rd, Topton, NC last sell?

487 Old Rocky Branch Rd, Topton, NC last sold on Aug 1, 2025 for $1,000,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 487 Old Rocky Branch Rd, Topton, NC?

487 Old Rocky Branch Rd, Topton, NC has 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 1,458 square feet of living space and a 0.73-acre lot.

When was 487 Old Rocky Branch Rd, Topton, NC built?

487 Old Rocky Branch Rd, Topton, NC was built in 2018, making it 8 years old. It is a rustic home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 487 Old Rocky Branch Rd, Topton, NC?

487 Old Rocky Branch 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 487 Old Rocky Branch Rd, Topton, NC compare to other homes in Topton 28781?

Among the 1,115 homes in Topton 28781, it is worth more than 91% of them ($1,014,080 against a typical $372,842), its price per square foot is higher than 92% of them ($696 against a typical $293), it is bigger than 64% of them (1,458 ft² against a typical 1,248 ft²), its lot is bigger than 24% of them (0.73 ac against a typical 1.54 ac) and it is newer than almost all of them (2018 against a typical 1992). Measured against all of Macon County, it is worth more than 87% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

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