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$858,286$427 / 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 91How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jun 23, 2026
Last sold for $195,000 on Sep 1, 2023

163 RIVERBEND FOREST DR

ASHEVILLE, NC 28805
3
Beds
5 / 2
Baths
2,008 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.
0.88 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2024
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$858K
$781K low$936K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$195,000 · Sep 1, 2023
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$858,286
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$686,629

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,812 (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.$675,300 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$173,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$675,300

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.27 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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 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.0.88
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Mixed
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 468 ft²Porch · 1,000 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
W.D. Williams Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.6 mi
M
C.D. Owen Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.2 mi
H
Charles D. Owen High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.5 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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

163 Riverbend Forest Dr 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 92% of homes in Asheville 28805
  • Costs more per square foot than 85% of homes in Asheville 28805
  • Bigger than 78% of homes in Asheville 28805
  • Has a bigger lot than 74% of homes in Asheville 28805
  • Among the newest 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.

This home
$217K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 92% 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$858,286
CheaperTypical $466,442Pricier

Pricier than 92% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$427
CheaperTypical $318Pricier

Pricier than 85% of homes nearby

Living area2,008 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,460 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Lot size0.88 ac
SmallerTypical 0.47 acBigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Year built2024
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than almost all homes nearby

How 163 Riverbend Forest Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAsheville 28805Buncombe County
Estimated valuepricier than$858,28692% of homes87% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$42785% of homes82% of homes
Living areabigger than2,008 ft²78% of homes76% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.88 ac74% of homes68% of homes
Year builtnewer than2024almost all homesalmost all homes

About 163 Riverbend Forest Dr

How much is 163 Riverbend Forest Dr, Asheville, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 163 Riverbend Forest Dr, Asheville, NC is $858,286 as of Jun 23, 2026. The likely range is $781,040 to $935,531. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 163 Riverbend Forest Dr, Asheville, NC last sell?

163 Riverbend Forest Dr, Asheville, NC last sold on Sep 1, 2023 for $195,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 163 Riverbend Forest Dr, Asheville, NC?

163 Riverbend Forest Dr, Asheville, NC has 3 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 2,008 square feet of living space and a 0.88-acre lot.

When was 163 Riverbend Forest Dr, Asheville, NC built?

163 Riverbend Forest Dr, Asheville, NC was built in 2024, making it 2 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 163 Riverbend Forest Dr, Asheville, NC?

163 Riverbend Forest Dr, Asheville, 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 163 Riverbend Forest Dr, Asheville, NC compare to other homes in Asheville 28805?

Among the 7,145 homes in Asheville 28805, it is worth more than 92% of them ($858,286 against a typical $466,442), its price per square foot is higher than 85% of them ($427 against a typical $318), it is bigger than 78% of them (2,008 ft² against a typical 1,460 ft²), its lot is bigger than 74% of them (0.88 ac against a typical 0.47 ac) and it is newer than almost all of them (2024 against a typical 1980). Measured against all of Buncombe County, it is worth more than 87% 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 163 Riverbend Forest Dr, Asheville, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 163 Riverbend Forest Dr, Asheville, NC was $4,812. The county assessed it at $675,300.

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