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$492,459$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 90How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $485,000 on May 31, 2024

72 WHITE THORN DR

ALEXANDER, NC 28701
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,341 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.
1.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1987
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

$492K
$443K low$542K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$485,000 · May 31, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,221 (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.$329,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$70,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$259,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$329,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$329,500

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
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.1993
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.15
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
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.Garage, Basement
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 · 624 ft²Patio · 824 ft²Porch · 181 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
North Buncombe Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 2.5 mi
H
North Buncombe High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.1 mi
M
North Buncombe Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 3.5 mi

District: Buncombe County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28701These 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.89
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 100.118

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.22%
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.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.4,616
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.244 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$74,038
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$87,121
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.39 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

72 White Thorn 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 88% of homes in Buncombe County
  • Bigger than 89% of homes in Alexander 28701
  • Has a bigger lot than 76% of homes in Buncombe County

What homes are worth in Alexander 28701

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

This home
$192K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 62% of homes in Alexander 28701.

How it measures up in Alexander 28701

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Alexander 28701.

Estimated value$492,459
CheaperTypical $430,102Pricier

Pricier than 62% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$210
CheaperTypical $285Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Living area2,341 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,508 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 89% of homes nearby

Lot size1.15 ac
SmallerTypical 1.15 acBigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Year built1987
OlderTypical 1996Newer

Newer than 39% of homes nearby

How 72 White Thorn Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAlexander 28701Buncombe County
Estimated valuepricier than$492,45962% of homes57% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21013% of homes12% of homes
Living areabigger than2,341 ft²89% of homes83% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.15 ac50% of homes76% of homes
Year builtnewer than198739% of homes51% of homes

About 72 White Thorn Dr

How much is 72 White Thorn Dr, Alexander, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 72 White Thorn Dr, Alexander, NC is $492,459 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $442,941 to $541,977. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 72 White Thorn Dr, Alexander, NC last sell?

72 White Thorn Dr, Alexander, NC last sold on May 31, 2024 for $485,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 72 White Thorn Dr, Alexander, NC?

72 White Thorn Dr, Alexander, NC has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,341 square feet of living space and a 1.15-acre lot.

When was 72 White Thorn Dr, Alexander, NC built?

72 White Thorn Dr, Alexander, NC was built in 1987, making it 39 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 72 White Thorn Dr, Alexander, NC?

72 White Thorn Dr, Alexander, NC is assigned to North Buncombe Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; 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 72 White Thorn Dr, Alexander, NC compare to other homes in Alexander 28701?

Among the 1,861 homes in Alexander 28701, it is worth more than 62% of them ($492,459 against a typical $430,102), its price per square foot is higher than 13% of them ($210 against a typical $285), it is bigger than 89% of them (2,341 ft² against a typical 1,508 ft²), its lot is bigger than 50% of them (1.15 ac against a typical 1.15 ac) and it is newer than 39% of them (1987 against a typical 1996). Measured against all of Buncombe County, it is worth more than 57% 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 72 White Thorn Dr, Alexander, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 72 White Thorn Dr, Alexander, NC was $2,221. The county assessed it at $329,500.

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