28741 — Highlands, NC Home Values
Typical home value $1,081,406 as of June 2026 · 2nd of 10 in Cullowhee, NC
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 28741, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 28741 compares in the Cullowhee, NC area
ZIP code 28741 (Highlands, NC) has a typical home value of $1,081,406 as of June 2026, ranking 2nd of 10 ZIP codes tracked in the Cullowhee, NC area, more expensive than about 90% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +6.3% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +43.6%, from $753,089 in June 2021 to $1,081,406 in June 2026.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Cullowhee, NC forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Cullowhee.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 28741 has a population of 4,266, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 95.2% White, 2.1% Black or African American, 1.7% Hispanic or Latino, 0.7% another race, 0.2% Asian, and 0.1% two or more races.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Highlands School | 545 Pierson Dr, Highlands, NC | 1.6 mi |
| Summit Charter | 370 Mitten Lane, Cashiers, NC | 6.5 mi |
| Blue Ridge School | 95 Bobcat Drive, Cashiers, NC | 6.7 mi |
Distance is straight-line from the ZIP code's center; driving distance will be longer. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm which school a specific address is zoned for with the local school district. Source: National Center for Education Statistics.
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 28741?
$1,081,406 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 28741 an expensive ZIP code in the Cullowhee, NC area?
28741 ranks 2nd of 10 ZIP codes in the Cullowhee, NC area by typical home value, more expensive than about 90% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 28741 changed over the past year?
+6.3% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
What is the population of ZIP code 28741?
4,266, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 28741?
Highlands School (1.6 mi), Summit Charter (6.5 mi), Blue Ridge School (6.7 mi), by straight-line distance from the ZIP code's center. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm assignment with the local school district.
Is this page showing a forecast for 28741?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of June 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Cullowhee, NC forecast for a modeled outlook.
ZIP-level values shown here are observed Zillow data, not forecasts. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level today; ZIP-level forecasts are planned for Sialim Pro. Data © Zillow, via Zillow Research.