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$855,000$648 / 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 83How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $1,600 on Sep 9, 1970

88 CHESTNUT FOREST RD

FAIRVIEW, NC 28730
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,320 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.
13.71 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1977
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$855K
$714K low$996K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,600 · Sep 9, 1970

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,855 (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.$262,500 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$262,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$262,500

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.60
67
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
22
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
78
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
83
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
51
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.36 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Tlog Home
CountyBuncombe
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.13.71
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Pier/Post & Beam
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
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 · 420 ft²Patio · 420 ft²Porch · 108 ft²

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

E
Fairview Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.8 mi
H
A.C. Reynolds High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.1 mi
M
Cane Creek Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.6 mi

District: Buncombe County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28730These 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.78
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.93
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.104

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.86%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.30%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.6%
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.11,117
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.227 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$77,099
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$92,529
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 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

88 Chestnut Forest 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 more than 87% of homes in Buncombe County
  • Costs more per square foot than 97% of homes in Fairview 28730
  • Smaller than 73% of homes in Fairview 28730
  • Has a bigger lot than 98% of homes in Buncombe County
  • Older than 76% of homes in Fairview 28730

What homes are worth in Fairview 28730

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

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$230K$1.6M

This home is worth more than 81% of homes in Fairview 28730.

How it measures up in Fairview 28730

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Fairview 28730.

Estimated value$855,000
CheaperTypical $558,924Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$648
CheaperTypical $310Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Living area1,320 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,710 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Lot size13.71 ac
SmallerTypical 1.18 acBigger

Bigger than 96% of homes nearby

Year built1977
OlderTypical 1994Newer

Newer than 24% of homes nearby

How 88 Chestnut Forest Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFairview 28730Buncombe County
Estimated valuepricier than$855,00081% of homes87% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$64897% of homes97% of homes
Living areabigger than1,320 ft²27% of homes38% of homes
Lot sizebigger than13.71 ac96% of homes98% of homes
Year builtnewer than197724% of homes41% of homes

About 88 Chestnut Forest Rd

How much is 88 Chestnut Forest Rd, Fairview, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 88 Chestnut Forest Rd, Fairview, NC is $855,000 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $713,732 to $996,268. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 88 Chestnut Forest Rd, Fairview, NC last sell?

88 Chestnut Forest Rd, Fairview, NC last sold on Sep 9, 1970 for $1,600, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 88 Chestnut Forest Rd, Fairview, NC?

88 Chestnut Forest Rd, Fairview, NC has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,320 square feet of living space and a 13.71-acre lot.

When was 88 Chestnut Forest Rd, Fairview, NC built?

88 Chestnut Forest Rd, Fairview, NC was built in 1977, making it 49 years old. It is a tlog home home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 88 Chestnut Forest Rd, Fairview, NC?

88 Chestnut Forest Rd, Fairview, NC is assigned to Fairview Elementary School (elementary), rated A; A.C. Reynolds High School (high), rated A-; Cane Creek Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in Buncombe County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 88 Chestnut Forest Rd, Fairview, NC compare to other homes in Fairview 28730?

Among the 4,375 homes in Fairview 28730, it is worth more than 81% of them ($855,000 against a typical $558,924), its price per square foot is higher than 97% of them ($648 against a typical $310), it is bigger than 27% of them (1,320 ft² against a typical 1,710 ft²), its lot is bigger than 96% of them (13.71 ac against a typical 1.18 ac) and it is newer than 24% of them (1977 against a typical 1994). Measured against all of Buncombe County, it is worth more than 87% 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 88 Chestnut Forest Rd, Fairview, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 88 Chestnut Forest Rd, Fairview, NC was $1,855. The county assessed it at $262,500.

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