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$389,900$390 / 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 83How 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

520 FOREST ST

MARS HILL, NC 28754
1
Baths
1,000 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.
0.46 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1980
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$390K
$325K low$455K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$975 (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.$220,788 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$16,960
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$203,828
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$220,788
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$220,788

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.63
62
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
37
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.
85
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.
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.51%
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.1 percent flood zone

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
CountyMadison
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.46
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Footing
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Package
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.Deck · 160 ft²Shed · 168 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
Mars Hill Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
H
Madison High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.6 mi
M
Madison Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 8.8 mi

District: Madison County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28754These 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.121
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 100.112

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.80%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
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.8,065
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.90 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$56,873
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$90,271
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 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

520 Forest St 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 93% of homes in Mars Hill 28754
  • Smaller than 89% of homes in Mars Hill 28754
  • Has a smaller lot than 92% of homes in Madison County

What homes are worth in Mars Hill 28754

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

This home
$115K$1M

This home is worth more than 48% of homes in Mars Hill 28754.

How it measures up in Mars Hill 28754

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Mars Hill 28754.

Estimated value$389,900
CheaperTypical $395,311Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$390
CheaperTypical $230Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Living area1,000 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,632 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Lot size0.46 ac
SmallerTypical 1.33 acBigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Year built1980
OlderTypical 1990Newer

Newer than 37% of homes nearby

How 520 Forest St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMars Hill 28754Madison County
Estimated valuepricier than$389,90048% of homes55% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$39093% of homes90% of homes
Living areabigger than1,000 ft²11% of homes15% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.46 ac12% of homes8% of homes
Year builtnewer than198037% of homes41% of homes

About 520 Forest St

How much is 520 Forest St, Mars Hill, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 520 Forest St, Mars Hill, NC is $389,900 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $324,537 to $455,263. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 520 Forest St, Mars Hill, NC last sell?

520 Forest St, Mars Hill, NC last sold on Feb 20, 2024, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 520 Forest St, Mars Hill, NC?

520 Forest St, Mars Hill, NC has 1 bathrooms, 1,000 square feet of living space and a 0.46-acre lot.

When was 520 Forest St, Mars Hill, NC built?

520 Forest St, Mars Hill, NC was built in 1980, making it 46 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 520 Forest St, Mars Hill, NC?

520 Forest St, Mars Hill, NC is assigned to Mars Hill Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Madison High School (high), rated C-; Madison Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Madison County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 520 Forest St, Mars Hill, NC compare to other homes in Mars Hill 28754?

Among the 4,235 homes in Mars Hill 28754, it is worth more than 48% of them ($389,900 against a typical $395,311), its price per square foot is higher than 93% of them ($390 against a typical $230), it is bigger than 11% of them (1,000 ft² against a typical 1,632 ft²), its lot is bigger than 12% of them (0.46 ac against a typical 1.33 ac) and it is newer than 37% of them (1980 against a typical 1990). Measured against all of Madison County, it is worth more than 55% 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 520 Forest St, Mars Hill, NC?

The 2024 property tax bill for 520 Forest St, Mars Hill, NC was $975. The county assessed it at $220,788.

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