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$7,728,628$1,700 / 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 70How 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
Last sold for $1,025,000 on Oct 21, 2010

521 SPLIT RAIL ROW

HIGHLANDS, NC 28741
5
Beds
8 / 2
Baths
4,545 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.
2.4 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2013
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
11
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$7.7M
$5.4M low$10M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,025,000 · Oct 21, 2010

Tax & Assessment

Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$4,291,290 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,250,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$3,041,290
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$4,291,290
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$4,291,290

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.47
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
19
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
71
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
95
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
50
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.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyMACON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.40
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.Tile
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Mixed
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 · 188 ft²Patio · 524 ft²Porch · 1,000 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
Highlands SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–12 · 1.9 mi

District: Macon County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28741These 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.167
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 100.110

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.35%
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.7.4%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.4,373
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.51 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$76,942
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$114,009
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.78 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

521 Split Rail Row 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Highlands 28741
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Macon County
  • Among the largest homes in Macon County
  • Has a bigger lot than 85% of homes in Highlands 28741
  • Newer than 97% of homes in Highlands 28741

What homes are worth in Highlands 28741

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

This home
$200K$5M

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Highlands 28741.

How it measures up in Highlands 28741

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Highlands 28741.

Estimated value$7,728,628
CheaperTypical $1,076,649Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$1700
CheaperTypical $606Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area4,545 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,824 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Lot size2.4 ac
SmallerTypical 0.86 acBigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

Year built2013
OlderTypical 1984Newer

Newer than 97% of homes nearby

How 521 Split Rail Row ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHighlands 28741Macon County
Estimated valuepricier than$7,728,628almost all homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1700almost all homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than4,545 ft²97% of homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than2.4 ac85% of homes75% of homes
Year builtnewer than201397% of homes97% of homes

About 521 Split Rail Row

How much is 521 Split Rail Row, Highlands, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 521 Split Rail Row, Highlands, NC is $7,728,628 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $5,376,519 to $9,999,999. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 521 Split Rail Row, Highlands, NC last sell?

521 Split Rail Row, Highlands, NC last sold on Oct 21, 2010 for $1,025,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 521 Split Rail Row, Highlands, NC?

521 Split Rail Row, Highlands, NC has 5 bedrooms, 8 bathrooms, 4,545 square feet of living space and a 2.40-acre lot.

When was 521 Split Rail Row, Highlands, NC built?

521 Split Rail Row, Highlands, NC was built in 2013, making it 13 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 521 Split Rail Row, Highlands, NC?

521 Split Rail Row, Highlands, NC is assigned to Highlands School (elementary), rated B. All sit in Macon County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 521 Split Rail Row, Highlands, NC compare to other homes in Highlands 28741?

Among the 5,590 homes in Highlands 28741, it is worth more than almost all of them ($7,728,628 against a typical $1,076,649), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($1700 against a typical $606), it is bigger than 97% of them (4,545 ft² against a typical 1,824 ft²), its lot is bigger than 85% of them (2.4 ac against a typical 0.86 ac) and it is newer than 97% of them (2013 against a typical 1984). Measured against all of Macon County, it is worth more than almost all homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

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