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$389,581$232 / 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 82How 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

5 RICE TOWN RD

BARNARDSVILLE, NC 28709
4
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,680 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.
0.76 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1981
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$390K
$320K low$459K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,348 (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.$219,900 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$219,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$219,900

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.14 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 Residential
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyBuncombe
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.76
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Pier/Post & Beam
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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 · 160 ft²Porch · 120 ft²

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
Barnardsville Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 0.9 mi
H
North Buncombe High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.3 mi
M
North Buncombe Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 7.4 mi

District: Buncombe County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28709These 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.101
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.96
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.109

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.85%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,682
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.53 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$57,703
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$77,264
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°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 Rice Town 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 less than 65% of homes in Buncombe County
  • Costs less per square foot than 81% of homes in Buncombe County
  • Bigger than 71% of homes in Barnardsville 28709
  • Has a smaller lot than 87% of homes in Barnardsville 28709

What homes are worth in Barnardsville 28709

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

This home
$129K$1M

This home is worth more than 58% of homes in Barnardsville 28709.

How it measures up in Barnardsville 28709

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Barnardsville 28709.

Estimated value$389,581
CheaperTypical $351,332Pricier

Pricier than 58% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$232
CheaperTypical $252Pricier

Pricier than 43% of homes nearby

Living area1,680 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,344 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 71% of homes nearby

Lot size0.76 ac
SmallerTypical 2 acBigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Year built1981
OlderTypical 1983Newer

Newer than 48% of homes nearby

How 5 Rice Town Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBarnardsville 28709Buncombe County
Estimated valuepricier than$389,58158% of homes35% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23243% of homes19% of homes
Living areabigger than1,680 ft²71% of homes61% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.76 ac13% of homes63% of homes
Year builtnewer than198148% of homes44% of homes

About 5 Rice Town Rd

How much is 5 Rice Town Rd, Barnardsville, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5 Rice Town Rd, Barnardsville, NC is $389,581 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $320,193 to $458,969. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5 Rice Town Rd, Barnardsville, NC last sell?

5 Rice Town Rd, Barnardsville, NC last sold on Jan 5, 1973, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5 Rice Town Rd, Barnardsville, NC?

5 Rice Town Rd, Barnardsville, NC has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,680 square feet of living space and a 0.76-acre lot.

When was 5 Rice Town Rd, Barnardsville, NC built?

5 Rice Town Rd, Barnardsville, NC was built in 1981, making it 45 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5 Rice Town Rd, Barnardsville, NC?

5 Rice Town Rd, Barnardsville, NC is assigned to Barnardsville Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; North Buncombe High School (high), rated B; North Buncombe Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Buncombe County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5 Rice Town Rd, Barnardsville, NC compare to other homes in Barnardsville 28709?

Among the 992 homes in Barnardsville 28709, it is worth more than 58% of them ($389,581 against a typical $351,332), its price per square foot is higher than 43% of them ($232 against a typical $252), it is bigger than 71% of them (1,680 ft² against a typical 1,344 ft²), its lot is bigger than 13% of them (0.76 ac against a typical 2 ac) and it is newer than 48% of them (1981 against a typical 1983). Measured against all of Buncombe County, it is worth more than 35% 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 Rice Town Rd, Barnardsville, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5 Rice Town Rd, Barnardsville, NC was $1,348. The county assessed it at $219,900.

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