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RIDDLE RD

SWANNANOA, NC 28778
3
Beds
1
Baths
912 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.
0.22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1976
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$82 (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.$11,800 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$11,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$11,800

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.48
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
21
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
75
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
93
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.
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.Residential - Vacant Land
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.0.22
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
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.Porch · 128 ft²

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

E
W.D. Williams Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.3 mi
M
C.D. Owen Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.7 mi
H
Charles D. Owen High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.7 mi

District: Buncombe County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28778These 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.124
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
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.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.10,788
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.309 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$68,268
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$80,894
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 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

Riddle 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.

  • Smaller than 89% of homes in Buncombe County
  • Has a smaller lot than 80% of homes in Swannanoa 28778

How it measures up in Swannanoa 28778

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Swannanoa 28778.

Living area912 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,344 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Lot size0.22 ac
SmallerTypical 0.47 acBigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Year built1976
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 43% of homes nearby

How Riddle Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSwannanoa 28778Buncombe County
Living areabigger than912 ft²12% of homes11% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.22 ac20% of homes21% of homes
Year builtnewer than197643% of homes40% of homes

About Riddle Rd

When did Riddle Rd, Swannanoa, NC last sell?

Riddle Rd, Swannanoa, NC last sold on Sep 11, 1976, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is Riddle Rd, Swannanoa, NC?

Riddle Rd, Swannanoa, NC has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 912 square feet of living space and a 0.22-acre lot.

When was Riddle Rd, Swannanoa, NC built?

Riddle Rd, Swannanoa, NC was built in 1976, making it 50 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve Riddle Rd, Swannanoa, NC?

Riddle Rd, Swannanoa, NC is assigned to W.D. Williams Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; C.D. Owen Middle School (middle), rated C; Charles D. Owen 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 Riddle Rd, Swannanoa, NC compare to other homes in Swannanoa 28778?

Among the 3,967 homes in Swannanoa 28778, it is bigger than 12% of them (912 ft² against a typical 1,344 ft²), its lot is bigger than 20% of them (0.22 ac against a typical 0.47 ac) and it is newer than 43% of them (1976 against a typical 1985). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on Riddle Rd, Swannanoa, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for Riddle Rd, Swannanoa, NC was $82. The county assessed it at $11,800.

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