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$243,728$150 / 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 73How 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 $203,000 on Feb 24, 2005

8 BUZZARDS ROOST RD

CULLOWHEE, NC 28723
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,626 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 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1941
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$244K
$177K low$311K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$203,000 · Feb 24, 2005

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,176 (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.$309,428 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$48,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$261,428
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$226,700

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyJACKSON
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.1984
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.00
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
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.Deck · 416 ft²Patio · 416 ft²Porch · 90 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
Cullowhee Valley SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 1.4 mi
H
Jackson County Early CollegeA
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.8 mi

District: Jackson County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28723These 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.95
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 100.117

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.70%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.20%
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.12,783
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.116 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$47,538
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$58,638
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.67 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

8 Buzzards Roost 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 77% of homes in Cullowhee 28723
  • Costs less per square foot than 89% of homes in Jackson County
  • Older than 94% of homes in Cullowhee 28723

What homes are worth in Cullowhee 28723

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

This home
$97K$3.5M

This home is worth more than 23% of homes in Cullowhee 28723.

How it measures up in Cullowhee 28723

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Cullowhee 28723.

Estimated value$243,728
CheaperTypical $407,351Pricier

Pricier than 23% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$150
CheaperTypical $257Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Living area1,626 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,592 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Lot size1 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Year built1941
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 6% of homes nearby

How 8 Buzzards Roost Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCullowhee 28723Jackson County
Estimated valuepricier than$243,72823% of homes24% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15012% of homes11% of homes
Living areabigger than1,626 ft²52% of homes53% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1 ac52% of homes58% of homes
Year builtnewer than19416% of homes6% of homes

About 8 Buzzards Roost Rd

How much is 8 Buzzards Roost Rd, Cullowhee, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8 Buzzards Roost Rd, Cullowhee, NC is $243,728 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $176,948 to $310,508. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8 Buzzards Roost Rd, Cullowhee, NC last sell?

8 Buzzards Roost Rd, Cullowhee, NC last sold on Feb 24, 2005 for $203,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8 Buzzards Roost Rd, Cullowhee, NC?

8 Buzzards Roost Rd, Cullowhee, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,626 square feet of living space and a 1.00-acre lot.

When was 8 Buzzards Roost Rd, Cullowhee, NC built?

8 Buzzards Roost Rd, Cullowhee, NC was built in 1941, making it 85 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8 Buzzards Roost Rd, Cullowhee, NC?

8 Buzzards Roost Rd, Cullowhee, NC is assigned to Cullowhee Valley School (elementary), rated C-; Jackson County Early College (high), rated A. All sit in Jackson County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8 Buzzards Roost Rd, Cullowhee, NC compare to other homes in Cullowhee 28723?

Among the 2,944 homes in Cullowhee 28723, it is worth more than 23% of them ($243,728 against a typical $407,351), its price per square foot is higher than 12% of them ($150 against a typical $257), it is bigger than 52% of them (1,626 ft² against a typical 1,592 ft²), its lot is bigger than 52% of them (1 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 6% of them (1941 against a typical 1985). Measured against all of Jackson County, it is worth more than 24% 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 8 Buzzards Roost Rd, Cullowhee, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8 Buzzards Roost Rd, Cullowhee, NC was $1,176. The county assessed it at $309,428.

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