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$826,756$306 / 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 88How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $525,000 on Oct 1, 2018

5 HOWLAND RD

ASHEVILLE, NC 28804
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,701 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.
0.42 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1910
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$827K
$726K low$928K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$525,000 · Oct 1, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,189 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$599,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$122,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$476,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$599,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$599,100

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.21 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.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.2000
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.42
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.None
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 30 ft²Patio · 158 ft²Porch · 412 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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
Claxton Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.7 mi
M
Asheville Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.1 mi
H
Asheville High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.8 mi

District: Asheville City Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28804These 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.90
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.97
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.116

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.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.25,390
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.932 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$86,229
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$112,017
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.39 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

5 Howland 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 86% of homes in Buncombe County
  • Costs less per square foot than 89% of homes in Grove Park / Sunset
  • Bigger than 90% of homes in Buncombe County
  • Among the oldest homes in Asheville 28804

What homes are worth in Asheville 28804

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

This home
$217K$2.4M

This home is worth more than 68% of homes in Asheville 28804.

How it measures up in Asheville 28804

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Asheville 28804.

Estimated value$826,756
CheaperTypical $645,633Pricier

Pricier than 68% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$306
CheaperTypical $371Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Living area2,701 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,728 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 84% of homes nearby

Lot size0.42 ac
SmallerTypical 0.46 acBigger

Bigger than 46% of homes nearby

Year built1910
OlderTypical 1977Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 5 Howland Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGrove Park / SunsetAsheville 28804Buncombe County
Estimated valuepricier than$826,75632% of homes68% of homes86% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$30611% of homes30% of homes51% of homes
Living areabigger than2,701 ft²67% of homes84% of homes90% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.42 ac47% of homes46% of homes42% of homes
Year builtnewer than19103% of homesalmost no homesalmost no homes

About 5 Howland Rd

How much is 5 Howland Rd, Asheville, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5 Howland Rd, Asheville, NC is $826,756 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $726,003 to $927,509. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5 Howland Rd, Asheville, NC last sell?

5 Howland Rd, Asheville, NC last sold on Oct 1, 2018 for $525,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5 Howland Rd, Asheville, NC?

5 Howland Rd, Asheville, NC has 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 2,701 square feet of living space and a 0.42-acre lot.

When was 5 Howland Rd, Asheville, NC built?

5 Howland Rd, Asheville, NC was built in 1910, making it 116 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5 Howland Rd, Asheville, NC?

5 Howland Rd, Asheville, NC is assigned to Claxton Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Asheville Middle School (middle), rated B; Asheville High School (high), rated B. All sit in Asheville City Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5 Howland Rd, Asheville, NC compare to other homes in Asheville 28804?

Among the 9,580 homes in Asheville 28804, it is worth more than 68% of them ($826,756 against a typical $645,633), its price per square foot is higher than 30% of them ($306 against a typical $371), it is bigger than 84% of them (2,701 ft² against a typical 1,728 ft²), its lot is bigger than 46% of them (0.42 ac against a typical 0.46 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1910 against a typical 1977). Measured against all of Buncombe County, it is worth more than 86% 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 5 Howland Rd, Asheville, NC?

The 2024 property tax bill for 5 Howland Rd, Asheville, NC was $6,189. The county assessed it at $599,100.

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