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$447,913$252 / 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 93How 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 $174,000 on Jun 13, 2005

996 RICEVILLE RD

ASHEVILLE, NC 28805
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,775 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.
0.72 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1992
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$448K
$417K 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.$174,000 · Jun 13, 2005

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,118 (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.$297,200 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$297,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$297,200

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.64
88
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
26
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
80
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
79
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.40 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%

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 Residential
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyBuncombe
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.72
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.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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 160 ft²Patio · 160 ft²Porch · 65 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
Charles C. Bell Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.9 mi
M
A.C. Reynolds Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.6 mi
H
A.C. Reynolds High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.7 mi

District: Buncombe County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28805These 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.120
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.28%
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.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.19,024
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.734 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$64,576
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$84,964
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.41 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

996 Riceville 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 78% of homes in Asheville 28805
  • Bigger than 68% of homes in Asheville 28805
  • Has a bigger lot than 67% of homes in Asheville 28805
  • Newer than 68% of homes in Asheville 28805

What homes are worth in Asheville 28805

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

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$218K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 49% of homes in Asheville 28805.

How it measures up in Asheville 28805

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Asheville 28805.

Estimated value$447,913
CheaperTypical $451,103Pricier

Pricier than 49% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$252
CheaperTypical $309Pricier

Pricier than 22% of homes nearby

Living area1,775 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,476 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 68% of homes nearby

Lot size0.72 ac
SmallerTypical 0.47 acBigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Year built1992
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than 68% of homes nearby

How 996 Riceville Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAsheville 28805Buncombe County
Estimated valuepricier than$447,91349% of homes48% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25222% of homes26% of homes
Living areabigger than1,775 ft²68% of homes66% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.72 ac67% of homes60% of homes
Year builtnewer than199268% of homes57% of homes

About 996 Riceville Rd

How much is 996 Riceville Rd, Asheville, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 996 Riceville Rd, Asheville, NC is $447,913 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $416,800 to $479,026. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 996 Riceville Rd, Asheville, NC last sell?

996 Riceville Rd, Asheville, NC last sold on Jun 13, 2005 for $174,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 996 Riceville Rd, Asheville, NC?

996 Riceville Rd, Asheville, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,775 square feet of living space and a 0.72-acre lot.

When was 996 Riceville Rd, Asheville, NC built?

996 Riceville Rd, Asheville, NC was built in 1992, making it 34 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 996 Riceville Rd, Asheville, NC?

996 Riceville Rd, Asheville, NC is assigned to Charles C. Bell Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; A.C. Reynolds Middle School (middle), rated A-; A.C. Reynolds High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Buncombe County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 996 Riceville Rd, Asheville, NC compare to other homes in Asheville 28805?

Among the 7,154 homes in Asheville 28805, it is worth more than 49% of them ($447,913 against a typical $451,103), its price per square foot is higher than 22% of them ($252 against a typical $309), it is bigger than 68% of them (1,775 ft² against a typical 1,476 ft²), its lot is bigger than 67% of them (0.72 ac against a typical 0.47 ac) and it is newer than 68% of them (1992 against a typical 1980). Measured against all of Buncombe County, it is worth more than 48% 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 996 Riceville Rd, Asheville, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 996 Riceville Rd, Asheville, NC was $2,118. The county assessed it at $297,200.

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