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$501,275$236 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $322,000 on Sep 4, 2019

8166 BOYLSTON HWY

MILLS RIVER, NC 28759
3
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,124 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.
4.31 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1986
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$501K
$453K low$549K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$322,000 · Sep 4, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,063 (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.$478,700 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$116,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$362,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$478,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$478,700

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
CountyHENDERSON
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.1990
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.4.31
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 312 ft²Shed · 260 ft²Patio · 1,313 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
Mills River Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.0 mi
M
Rugby Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.4 mi
H
West Henderson High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.5 mi

District: Henderson County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28759These 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.60
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.99
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.103

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.7,000
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.288 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$90,138
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$105,537
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°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

8166 Boylston 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.

  • Bigger than 70% of homes in Henderson County
  • Has a bigger lot than 91% of homes in Henderson County
  • Older than 68% of homes in Mills River 28759

What homes are worth in Mills River 28759

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

This home
$193K$1.5M

This home is worth more than 47% of homes in Mills River 28759.

How it measures up in Mills River 28759

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Mills River 28759.

Estimated value$501,275
CheaperTypical $526,136Pricier

Pricier than 47% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$236
CheaperTypical $266Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Living area2,124 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,904 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 59% of homes nearby

Lot size4.31 ac
SmallerTypical 0.88 acBigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Year built1986
OlderTypical 1996Newer

Newer than 32% of homes nearby

How 8166 Boylston Hwy ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMills River 28759Henderson County
Estimated valuepricier than$501,27547% of homes64% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23636% of homes44% of homes
Living areabigger than2,124 ft²59% of homes70% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4.31 ac90% of homes91% of homes
Year builtnewer than198632% of homes44% of homes

About 8166 Boylston Hwy

How much is 8166 Boylston Hwy, Mills River, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8166 Boylston Hwy, Mills River, NC is $501,275 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $453,375 to $549,175. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8166 Boylston Hwy, Mills River, NC last sell?

8166 Boylston Hwy, Mills River, NC last sold on Sep 4, 2019 for $322,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8166 Boylston Hwy, Mills River, NC?

8166 Boylston Hwy, Mills River, NC has 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 2,124 square feet of living space and a 4.31-acre lot.

When was 8166 Boylston Hwy, Mills River, NC built?

8166 Boylston Hwy, Mills River, NC was built in 1986, making it 40 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8166 Boylston Hwy, Mills River, NC?

8166 Boylston Hwy, Mills River, NC is assigned to Mills River Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Rugby Middle School (middle), rated B+; West Henderson High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Henderson County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8166 Boylston Hwy, Mills River, NC compare to other homes in Mills River 28759?

Among the 3,816 homes in Mills River 28759, it is worth more than 47% of them ($501,275 against a typical $526,136), its price per square foot is higher than 36% of them ($236 against a typical $266), it is bigger than 59% of them (2,124 ft² against a typical 1,904 ft²), its lot is bigger than 90% of them (4.31 ac against a typical 0.88 ac) and it is newer than 32% of them (1986 against a typical 1996). Measured against all of Henderson County, it is worth more than 64% 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 8166 Boylston Hwy, Mills River, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8166 Boylston Hwy, Mills River, NC was $2,063. The county assessed it at $478,700.

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