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$782,941$870 / 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 88How 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 $320,000 on Oct 22, 2012

96 HIGHLAND RIDGE DR

WAYNESVILLE, NC 28785
3
Beds
3
Baths
900 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.
2.03 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1984
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

$783K
$687K low$879K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$320,000 · Oct 22, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,603 (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.$376,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$49,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$326,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$376,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$376,000

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.Rustic
CountyHAYWOOD
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.03
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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(2)

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
Riverbend Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.6 mi
H
Tuscola High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.6 mi
M
Waynesville Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 7.1 mi

District: Haywood County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28785These 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.116
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 100.126

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.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
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.8,479
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.52 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$67,365
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$82,797
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.56 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

96 Highland Ridge 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 94% of homes in Haywood County
  • Costs more per square foot than 98% of homes in Waynesville 28785
  • Smaller than 77% of homes in Haywood County
  • Has a bigger lot than 76% of homes in Haywood County
  • Older than 70% of homes in Waynesville 28785

What homes are worth in Waynesville 28785

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

This home
$44K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 93% of homes in Waynesville 28785.

How it measures up in Waynesville 28785

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Waynesville 28785.

Estimated value$782,941
CheaperTypical $393,371Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$870
CheaperTypical $356Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Living area900 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,188 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 25% of homes nearby

Lot size2.03 ac
SmallerTypical 1.08 acBigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Year built1984
OlderTypical 1996Newer

Newer than 30% of homes nearby

How 96 Highland Ridge Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWaynesville 28785Haywood County
Estimated valuepricier than$782,94193% of homes94% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$87098% of homes98% of homes
Living areabigger than900 ft²25% of homes23% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.03 ac70% of homes76% of homes
Year builtnewer than198430% of homes50% of homes

About 96 Highland Ridge Dr

How much is 96 Highland Ridge Dr, Waynesville, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 96 Highland Ridge Dr, Waynesville, NC is $782,941 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $687,048 to $878,834. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 96 Highland Ridge Dr, Waynesville, NC last sell?

96 Highland Ridge Dr, Waynesville, NC last sold on Oct 22, 2012 for $320,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 96 Highland Ridge Dr, Waynesville, NC?

96 Highland Ridge Dr, Waynesville, NC has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 900 square feet of living space and a 2.03-acre lot.

When was 96 Highland Ridge Dr, Waynesville, NC built?

96 Highland Ridge Dr, Waynesville, NC was built in 1984, making it 42 years old. It is a rustic home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 96 Highland Ridge Dr, Waynesville, NC?

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

How does 96 Highland Ridge Dr, Waynesville, NC compare to other homes in Waynesville 28785?

Among the 5,404 homes in Waynesville 28785, it is worth more than 93% of them ($782,941 against a typical $393,371), its price per square foot is higher than 98% of them ($870 against a typical $356), it is bigger than 25% of them (900 ft² against a typical 1,188 ft²), its lot is bigger than 70% of them (2.03 ac against a typical 1.08 ac) and it is newer than 30% of them (1984 against a typical 1996). Measured against all of Haywood County, it is worth more than 94% 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 96 Highland Ridge Dr, Waynesville, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 96 Highland Ridge Dr, Waynesville, NC was $2,603. The county assessed it at $376,000.

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