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Last sold for $315,000 on Jul 6, 2021

8463 US HIGHWAY 221 S

BLOWING ROCK, NC 28605
1
Beds
2
Baths
784 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.
2.3 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1940
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$315,000 · Jul 6, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,443 (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.$231,900 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$125,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$106,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$231,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$231,900

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.52
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
24
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
75
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
98
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
63
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
CountyCALDWELL
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.2.30
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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 · 320 ft²Patio · 320 ft²

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Collettsville SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 13.9 mi
H
West Caldwell High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 18.5 mi

District: Caldwell County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28605These 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.134
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.100
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.95

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.48%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.26%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.18%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.4,720
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.157 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$69,126
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$95,007
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.54 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

8463 Us Highway 221 S 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.

  • Smaller than 96% of homes in Caldwell County
  • Has a bigger lot than 92% of homes in Blowing Rock 28605
  • Older than 94% of homes in Blowing Rock 28605

How it measures up in Blowing Rock 28605

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Blowing Rock 28605.

Living area784 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,021 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 5% of homes nearby

Lot size2.3 ac
SmallerTypical 0.53 acBigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Year built1940
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 6% of homes nearby

How 8463 Us Highway 221 S ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBlowing Rock 28605Caldwell County
Living areabigger than784 ft²5% of homes4% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.3 ac92% of homes77% of homes
Year builtnewer than19406% of homes8% of homes

About 8463 Us Highway 221 S

When did 8463 Us Highway 221 S, Blowing Rock, NC last sell?

8463 Us Highway 221 S, Blowing Rock, NC last sold on Jul 6, 2021 for $315,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8463 Us Highway 221 S, Blowing Rock, NC?

8463 Us Highway 221 S, Blowing Rock, NC has 1 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 784 square feet of living space and a 2.30-acre lot.

When was 8463 Us Highway 221 S, Blowing Rock, NC built?

8463 Us Highway 221 S, Blowing Rock, NC was built in 1940, making it 86 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8463 Us Highway 221 S, Blowing Rock, NC?

8463 Us Highway 221 S, Blowing Rock, NC is assigned to Collettsville School (elementary), rated B-; West Caldwell High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Caldwell County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8463 Us Highway 221 S, Blowing Rock, NC compare to other homes in Blowing Rock 28605?

Among the 4,399 homes in Blowing Rock 28605, it is bigger than 5% of them (784 ft² against a typical 2,021 ft²), its lot is bigger than 92% of them (2.3 ac against a typical 0.53 ac) and it is newer than 6% of them (1940 against a typical 1987). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 8463 Us Highway 221 S, Blowing Rock, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8463 Us Highway 221 S, Blowing Rock, NC was $1,443. The county assessed it at $231,900.

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