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$228,032$210 / 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 81How 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
Last sold for $199,000 on Jan 28, 2025

6840 LINVILLE FALLS HWY

NEWLAND, NC 28657
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,088 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.
1.08 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1951
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$228K
$185K low$271K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$199,000 · Jan 28, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$365 (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.$91,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$13,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$77,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$91,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$91,300

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.48 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.34%
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
CountyAvery
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.1971
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.08
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.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
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.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 144 ft²

Transaction History(6)

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
Crossnore Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.8 mi
H
Avery County High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.6 mi
M
Avery Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.6 mi

District: Avery County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28657These 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.107
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.105

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.60%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.9%
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.10,229
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.68 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$54,513
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$72,213
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.53 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

6840 Linville Falls Hwy 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 65% of homes in Newland 28657
  • Smaller than 75% of homes in Avery County
  • Older than 89% of homes in Avery County

What homes are worth in Newland 28657

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

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$31K$896K

This home is worth more than 63% of homes in Newland 28657.

How it measures up in Newland 28657

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Newland 28657.

Estimated value$228,032
CheaperTypical $176,677Pricier

Pricier than 63% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$210
CheaperTypical $176Pricier

Pricier than 65% of homes nearby

Living area1,088 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,456 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Lot size1.08 ac
SmallerTypical 1.04 acBigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Year built1951
OlderTypical 1984Newer

Newer than 14% of homes nearby

How 6840 Linville Falls Hwy ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNewland 28657Avery County
Estimated valuepricier than$228,03263% of homes48% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21065% of homes42% of homes
Living areabigger than1,088 ft²27% of homes25% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.08 ac52% of homes52% of homes
Year builtnewer than195114% of homes11% of homes

About 6840 Linville Falls Hwy

How much is 6840 Linville Falls Hwy, Newland, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 6840 Linville Falls Hwy, Newland, NC is $228,032 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $185,225 to $270,839. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 6840 Linville Falls Hwy, Newland, NC last sell?

6840 Linville Falls Hwy, Newland, NC last sold on Jan 28, 2025 for $199,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 6840 Linville Falls Hwy, Newland, NC?

6840 Linville Falls Hwy, Newland, NC has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,088 square feet of living space and a 1.08-acre lot.

When was 6840 Linville Falls Hwy, Newland, NC built?

6840 Linville Falls Hwy, Newland, NC was built in 1951, making it 75 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 6840 Linville Falls Hwy, Newland, NC?

6840 Linville Falls Hwy, Newland, NC is assigned to Crossnore Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Avery County High School (high), rated C-; Avery Middle School (middle), rated D+. All sit in Avery County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 6840 Linville Falls Hwy, Newland, NC compare to other homes in Newland 28657?

Among the 9,114 homes in Newland 28657, it is worth more than 63% of them ($228,032 against a typical $176,677), its price per square foot is higher than 65% of them ($210 against a typical $176), it is bigger than 27% of them (1,088 ft² against a typical 1,456 ft²), its lot is bigger than 52% of them (1.08 ac against a typical 1.04 ac) and it is newer than 14% of them (1951 against a typical 1984). Measured against all of Avery County, it is worth more than 48% 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 6840 Linville Falls Hwy, Newland, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 6840 Linville Falls Hwy, Newland, NC was $365. The county assessed it at $91,300.

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