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$6,778,706$1,126 / 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 50How 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 $2,650,000 on Sep 16, 2011

SADDLE RIDGE LN

NEWLAND, NC 28657
3
Beds
4 / 1
Baths
6,022 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.
8.75 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1986
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$6.8M
$3.4M low$10M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$2,650,000 · Sep 16, 2011

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,172 (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.$1,042,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$265,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$777,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,066,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,042,900

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyAvery
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.8.75
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.Wood Shingle
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.Deck · 1,934 ft²Patio · 252 ft²Porch · 80 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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.

M
Cranberry Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.7 mi
E
Banner Elk Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.3 mi
H
Avery County High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.0 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

Saddle Ridge Ln 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Newland 28657
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Newland 28657
  • Among the largest homes in Newland 28657
  • Has a bigger lot than 92% 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.

This home
$32K$882K

This home is worth more than almost all 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$6,778,706
CheaperTypical $184,998Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$1126
CheaperTypical $184Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area6,022 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,449 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size8.75 ac
SmallerTypical 1.04 acBigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Year built1986
OlderTypical 1984Newer

Newer than 57% of homes nearby

How Saddle Ridge Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNewland 28657Avery County
Estimated valuepricier than$6,778,706almost all homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1126almost all homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than6,022 ft²almost all homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than8.75 ac90% of homes92% of homes
Year builtnewer than198657% of homes52% of homes

About Saddle Ridge Ln

How much is Saddle Ridge Ln, Newland, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for Saddle Ridge Ln, Newland, NC is $6,778,706 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $3,387,733 to $9,999,999. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did Saddle Ridge Ln, Newland, NC last sell?

Saddle Ridge Ln, Newland, NC last sold on Sep 16, 2011 for $2,650,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is Saddle Ridge Ln, Newland, NC?

Saddle Ridge Ln, Newland, NC has 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 6,022 square feet of living space and a 8.75-acre lot.

When was Saddle Ridge Ln, Newland, NC built?

Saddle Ridge Ln, Newland, NC was built in 1986, making it 40 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve Saddle Ridge Ln, Newland, NC?

Saddle Ridge Ln, Newland, NC is assigned to Cranberry Middle School (middle), rated C+; Banner Elk Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Avery County High School (high), rated D+. All sit in Avery County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does Saddle Ridge Ln, Newland, NC compare to other homes in Newland 28657?

Among the 9,130 homes in Newland 28657, it is worth more than almost all of them ($6,778,706 against a typical $184,998), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($1126 against a typical $184), it is bigger than almost all of them (6,022 ft² against a typical 1,449 ft²), its lot is bigger than 90% of them (8.75 ac against a typical 1.04 ac) and it is newer than 57% of them (1986 against a typical 1984). Measured against all of Avery County, it is worth more than almost all 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 Saddle Ridge Ln, Newland, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for Saddle Ridge Ln, Newland, NC was $4,172. The county assessed it at $1,042,900.

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