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$195,089$143 / 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 77How 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 $97,500 on Mar 13, 2015

978 OLD JONAS RIDGE RD

NEWLAND, NC 28657
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,360 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.
0.58 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1964
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$195K
$150K low$241K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$97,500 · Mar 13, 2015

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$680 (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.$170,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$12,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$157,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$160,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$170,000

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyAvery
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.2009
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.58
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Footing
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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.Patio · 112 ft²Porch · 60 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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
Crossnore Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.4 mi
M
Avery Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.8 mi
H
Avery County High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.9 mi

District: Avery County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28657These 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.107
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.105

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.60%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.9%
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.10,229
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.68 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$54,513
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$72,213
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.53 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

978 Old Jonas Ridge 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 79% of homes in Avery County
  • Has a smaller lot than 73% of homes in Newland 28657
  • Older than 84% of homes in Avery County

What homes are worth in Newland 28657

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

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$32K$861K

This home is worth more than 55% of homes in Newland 28657.

How it measures up in Newland 28657

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Newland 28657.

Estimated value$195,089
CheaperTypical $176,488Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$143
CheaperTypical $177Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Living area1,360 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,446 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 45% of homes nearby

Lot size0.58 ac
SmallerTypical 1.03 acBigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Year built1964
OlderTypical 1984Newer

Newer than 23% of homes nearby

How 978 Old Jonas Ridge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNewland 28657Avery County
Estimated valuepricier than$195,08955% of homes41% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14332% of homes21% of homes
Living areabigger than1,360 ft²45% of homes39% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.58 ac27% of homes27% of homes
Year builtnewer than196423% of homes16% of homes

About 978 Old Jonas Ridge Rd

How much is 978 Old Jonas Ridge Rd, Newland, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 978 Old Jonas Ridge Rd, Newland, NC is $195,089 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $149,665 to $240,513. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 978 Old Jonas Ridge Rd, Newland, NC last sell?

978 Old Jonas Ridge Rd, Newland, NC last sold on Mar 13, 2015 for $97,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 978 Old Jonas Ridge Rd, Newland, NC?

978 Old Jonas Ridge Rd, Newland, NC has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,360 square feet of living space and a 0.58-acre lot.

When was 978 Old Jonas Ridge Rd, Newland, NC built?

978 Old Jonas Ridge Rd, Newland, NC was built in 1964, making it 62 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 978 Old Jonas Ridge Rd, Newland, NC?

978 Old Jonas Ridge Rd, Newland, NC is assigned to Crossnore Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Avery Middle School (middle), rated D+; Avery County High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Avery County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 978 Old Jonas Ridge Rd, Newland, NC compare to other homes in Newland 28657?

Among the 9,122 homes in Newland 28657, it is worth more than 55% of them ($195,089 against a typical $176,488), its price per square foot is higher than 32% of them ($143 against a typical $177), it is bigger than 45% of them (1,360 ft² against a typical 1,446 ft²), its lot is bigger than 27% of them (0.58 ac against a typical 1.03 ac) and it is newer than 23% of them (1964 against a typical 1984). Measured against all of Avery County, it is worth more than 41% 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 978 Old Jonas Ridge Rd, Newland, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 978 Old Jonas Ridge Rd, Newland, NC was $680. The county assessed it at $170,000.

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