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$2,792,891$1,150 / 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 75How 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 $2,200,000 on Aug 29, 2016

974 GARNET ROCK TRL

HIGHLANDS, NC 28741
4
Beds
4.5
Baths
2,429 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.
0.54 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$2.8M
$2.1M low$3.5M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$2,200,000 · Aug 29, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,108 (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.$1,725,420 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$50,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$1,675,420
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,725,420
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,725,420

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.46
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
17
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
69
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
96
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
50
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyMACON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.54
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Wood Shingle
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Mixed
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 · 192 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
Blue Ridge SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 4.5 mi
M
Blue Ridge Early CollegeC-
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 4.5 mi

District: Jackson County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28741These 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.167
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.110

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.35%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.4%
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.4,373
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.51 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$76,942
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$114,009
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.78 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

974 Garnet Rock Trl 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 97% of homes in Macon County
  • Costs more per square foot than 97% of homes in Macon County
  • Bigger than 91% of homes in Macon County
  • Has a smaller lot than 79% of homes in Macon County

What homes are worth in Highlands 28741

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

This home
$195K$4.9M

This home is worth more than 89% of homes in Highlands 28741.

How it measures up in Highlands 28741

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Highlands 28741.

Estimated value$2,792,891
CheaperTypical $1,086,219Pricier

Pricier than 89% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$1150
CheaperTypical $605Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Living area2,429 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,840 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Lot size0.54 ac
SmallerTypical 0.87 acBigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

How 974 Garnet Rock Trl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHighlands 28741Macon County
Estimated valuepricier than$2,792,89189% of homes97% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$115091% of homes97% of homes
Living areabigger than2,429 ft²73% of homes91% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.54 ac31% of homes21% of homes

About 974 Garnet Rock Trl

How much is 974 Garnet Rock Trl, Highlands, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 974 Garnet Rock Trl, Highlands, NC is $2,792,891 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $2,090,751 to $3,495,031. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 974 Garnet Rock Trl, Highlands, NC last sell?

974 Garnet Rock Trl, Highlands, NC last sold on Aug 29, 2016 for $2,200,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 974 Garnet Rock Trl, Highlands, NC?

974 Garnet Rock Trl, Highlands, NC has 4 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, 2,429 square feet of living space and a 0.54-acre lot.

What schools serve 974 Garnet Rock Trl, Highlands, NC?

974 Garnet Rock Trl, Highlands, NC is assigned to Blue Ridge School (elementary), rated C+; Blue Ridge Early College (middle), rated C-. All sit in Jackson County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 974 Garnet Rock Trl, Highlands, NC compare to other homes in Highlands 28741?

Among the 5,590 homes in Highlands 28741, it is worth more than 89% of them ($2,792,891 against a typical $1,086,219), its price per square foot is higher than 91% of them ($1150 against a typical $605), it is bigger than 73% of them (2,429 ft² against a typical 1,840 ft²) and its lot is bigger than 31% of them (0.54 ac against a typical 0.87 ac). Measured against all of Macon County, it is worth more than 97% 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 974 Garnet Rock Trl, Highlands, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 974 Garnet Rock Trl, Highlands, NC was $5,108. The county assessed it at $1,725,420.

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