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$239,321$180 / 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 77How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

493 MORNINGSTAR LN

TOPTON, NC 28781
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,330 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.
1.61 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1978
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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

$239K
$185K low$294K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,918 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$840,420 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$500,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$340,420
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$832,920
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$840,420

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.8 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
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.2003
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.61
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.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Pool W/Hot Tub/Spa
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.Porch · 806 ft²Boat access

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 · 4.0 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

493 Morningstar Ln 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 75% of homes in Topton 28781
  • Costs less per square foot than 84% of homes in Topton 28781
  • Older than 69% 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.

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$96K$1.5M

This home is worth more than 25% 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$239,321
CheaperTypical $365,390Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$180
CheaperTypical $286Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Living area1,330 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,248 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 56% of homes nearby

Lot size1.61 ac
SmallerTypical 1.55 acBigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Year built1978
OlderTypical 1993Newer

Newer than 31% of homes nearby

How 493 Morningstar Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTopton 28781Macon County
Estimated valuepricier than$239,32125% of homes25% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18016% of homes20% of homes
Living areabigger than1,330 ft²56% of homes47% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.61 ac51% of homes64% of homes
Year builtnewer than197831% of homes38% of homes

About 493 Morningstar Ln

How much is 493 Morningstar Ln, Topton, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 493 Morningstar Ln, Topton, NC is $239,321 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $184,820 to $293,822. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 493 Morningstar Ln, Topton, NC last sell?

493 Morningstar Ln, Topton, NC last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 493 Morningstar Ln, Topton, NC?

493 Morningstar Ln, Topton, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,330 square feet of living space and a 1.61-acre lot.

When was 493 Morningstar Ln, Topton, NC built?

493 Morningstar Ln, Topton, NC was built in 1978, making it 48 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 493 Morningstar Ln, Topton, NC?

493 Morningstar Ln, 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 493 Morningstar Ln, Topton, NC compare to other homes in Topton 28781?

Among the 1,134 homes in Topton 28781, it is worth more than 25% of them ($239,321 against a typical $365,390), its price per square foot is higher than 16% of them ($180 against a typical $286), it is bigger than 56% of them (1,330 ft² against a typical 1,248 ft²), its lot is bigger than 51% of them (1.61 ac against a typical 1.55 ac) and it is newer than 31% of them (1978 against a typical 1993). Measured against all of Macon County, it is worth more than 25% 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 493 Morningstar Ln, Topton, NC?

The 2026 property tax bill for 493 Morningstar Ln, Topton, NC was $2,918. The county assessed it at $840,420.

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