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Multi-Family Dwellings (Generic, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $8,000 on Dec 20, 2024

5 JAMES DR

LEICESTER, NC 28748
2
Beds
2
Baths
3,324 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.
2.75 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1971
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$8,000 · Dec 20, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$739 (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.$468,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$46,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$421,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$457,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$468,200

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.51
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
38
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
81
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
88
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
51
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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.Multi-Family Dwellings (Generic, Any Combination)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
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.1996
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.75
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
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.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 200 ft²Porch · 456 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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
Leicester Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 2.1 mi
M
C.A. Erwin Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 3.3 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

5 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.

  • Bigger than 98% of homes in Leicester 28748
  • Has a bigger lot than 90% of homes in Buncombe County
  • Older than 79% 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.

Living area3,324 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,512 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Lot size2.75 ac
SmallerTypical 1.2 acBigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Year built1971
OlderTypical 1996Newer

Newer than 21% of homes nearby

How 5 James Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLeicester 28748Buncombe County
Living areabigger than3,324 ft²98% of homes96% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.75 ac73% of homes90% of homes
Year builtnewer than197121% of homes35% of homes

About 5 James Dr

When did 5 James Dr, Leicester, NC last sell?

5 James Dr, Leicester, NC last sold on Dec 20, 2024 for $8,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5 James Dr, Leicester, NC?

5 James Dr, Leicester, NC has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 3,324 square feet of living space and a 2.75-acre lot.

When was 5 James Dr, Leicester, NC built?

5 James Dr, Leicester, NC was built in 1971, making it 55 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5 James Dr, Leicester, NC?

5 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 5 James Dr, Leicester, NC compare to other homes in Leicester 28748?

Among the 5,056 homes in Leicester 28748, it is bigger than 98% of them (3,324 ft² against a typical 1,512 ft²), its lot is bigger than 73% of them (2.75 ac against a typical 1.2 ac) and it is newer than 21% of them (1971 against a typical 1996). 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 James Dr, Leicester, NC?

The 2024 property tax bill for 5 James Dr, Leicester, NC was $739. The county assessed it at $468,200.

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