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$417,990$239 / 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 85How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $540,000 on Aug 2, 2024

85 RIDGEHAVEN DR

WAYNESVILLE, NC 28786
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,747 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2025
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$418K
$357K low$479K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$540,000 · Aug 2, 2024
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$417,990
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$334,392

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$165 (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.$162,700 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$30,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$132,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$30,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$162,700

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.55
41
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
31
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
76
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
95
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
33
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.8 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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
CountyHAYWOOD
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Partial
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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
Junaluska Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.1 mi
M
Waynesville Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.8 mi
H
Tuscola High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.2 mi

District: Haywood County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28786These 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.115
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 100.118

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.82%
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.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.21,955
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.263 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$57,861
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$80,246
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.58 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.Yes

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

85 Ridgehaven 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.

  • Worth more than 69% of homes in Haywood County
  • Costs less per square foot than 68% of homes in Haywood County
  • Bigger than 86% of homes in Haywood County
  • Has a smaller lot than 92% of homes in Haywood County
  • Among the newest homes in Waynesville 28786

What homes are worth in Waynesville 28786

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

This home
$54K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 67% of homes in Waynesville 28786.

How it measures up in Waynesville 28786

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Waynesville 28786.

Estimated value$417,990
CheaperTypical $328,500Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$239
CheaperTypical $279Pricier

Pricier than 35% of homes nearby

Living area1,747 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,239 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 83% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.61 acBigger

Bigger than 9% of homes nearby

Year built2025
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than almost all homes nearby

How 85 Ridgehaven Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWaynesville 28786Haywood County
Estimated valuepricier than$417,99067% of homes69% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23935% of homes32% of homes
Living areabigger than1,747 ft²83% of homes86% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac9% of homes8% of homes
Year builtnewer than2025almost all homesalmost all homes

About 85 Ridgehaven Dr

How much is 85 Ridgehaven Dr, Waynesville, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 85 Ridgehaven Dr, Waynesville, NC is $417,990 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $356,836 to $479,144. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 85 Ridgehaven Dr, Waynesville, NC last sell?

85 Ridgehaven Dr, Waynesville, NC last sold on Aug 2, 2024 for $540,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 85 Ridgehaven Dr, Waynesville, NC?

85 Ridgehaven Dr, Waynesville, NC has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,747 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 85 Ridgehaven Dr, Waynesville, NC built?

85 Ridgehaven Dr, Waynesville, NC was built in 2025, making it 1 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 85 Ridgehaven Dr, Waynesville, NC?

85 Ridgehaven Dr, Waynesville, NC is assigned to Junaluska Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Waynesville Middle School (middle), rated C-; Tuscola High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Haywood County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 85 Ridgehaven Dr, Waynesville, NC compare to other homes in Waynesville 28786?

Among the 10,851 homes in Waynesville 28786, it is worth more than 67% of them ($417,990 against a typical $328,500), its price per square foot is higher than 35% of them ($239 against a typical $279), it is bigger than 83% of them (1,747 ft² against a typical 1,239 ft²), its lot is bigger than 9% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.61 ac) and it is newer than almost all of them (2025 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Haywood County, it is worth more than 69% 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 85 Ridgehaven Dr, Waynesville, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 85 Ridgehaven Dr, Waynesville, NC was $165. The county assessed it at $162,700.

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