Madison County property record for 280 Settlers Trl, Mars Hill, NC 28754
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
|---|---|
| Details | 3 ba · 2,841 sqft · built 2007 |
| Lot Size | 1.14 acres (49,658 sqft) |
| Owner | 2 Individual Names on File |
| Last Sale | $560,000 (Oct 2021) |
| Tax Bill | $2,611 (2025) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Oct 2022 Line of Credit Apr 2023 Line of Credit + 2 more |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 9746-05-5420 |
| Primary APN | 9746-05-5420 |
|---|---|
| Alternative APNs |
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| Full Baths | 3 Baths |
|---|---|
| Plumbing Fixtures | 9 Plumbing Fixtures |
| Stories | 1 Story |
| Building Area | 2,841 sqft Heated Area |
| 1st Floor Area | 240 sqft |
| Attic | Attic |
| Attic Area | 235 sqft |
| Basement Area | 1,489 sqft |
| Finished Basement | 1,117 sqft |
| Unfinished Basement | 372 sqft |
| Flooring | Hardwood |
| Fireplaces | 1 Fireplace |
| Fireplace | Fireplace |
| Year Built | Built 2007 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 2007 |
| Exterior Material | Wood Siding |
| Roof Type | Gable |
| Roof Material | Composition Shingle |
| Lot Area | 49,658 sqft (1.14 acres) |
| Garage Area | 588 sqft |
| Porch | Slab |
| Porch Area | 56 sqft |
| Deck Area | 344 sqft |
| Cooling System | Package A/C |
|---|---|
| Heating System | Other |
| Street Address | 280 SETTLERS TRL |
|---|---|
| City | MARS HILL |
| State | NC |
| Zip | 28754-0017 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Local Zoning Code | R-A |
| Legal Block | 05 |
| Jurisdiction | MADISON NC |
| Township / Civil Division | 3, MARS HILL |
| Census Block Group | 1 |
| Census Block | 1044 |
| Census Tract | 10602 |
280 Settlers Trl is owned and occupied by two individuals who bought it in October 2021.
Source: Madison County records, as of June 2, 2026
| Owner of Record | 2 Individual Names on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 280 SETTLERS TRL, MARS HILL, NC 28754-0017 |
| Occupancy | Owner Occupied |
| Owner Type | Individual |
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| Date | Document |
|---|---|
| Oct 31, 2022 | Deed of Trust, Mortgage · Line of Credit LOCAL GOVERNMENT FCU |
| Apr 14, 2023 | Deed of Trust, Mortgage · Line of Credit LOCAL GOVERNMENT FCU |
| May 31, 2018 | Deed of Trust, Mortgage · Line of Credit STATE EMPLOYEES CU |
| Oct 19, 2021 | Warranty Deed, Transfer · Conventional Mortgage LOCAL GOVERNMENT FCU |
| Deed Names | 2 Names on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Oct 19, 2021 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | Oct 19, 2021 · Amount on File |
| Deed Document Number | 2021343769 |
| Deed Book / Page | 733 / 182 |
| Record Updated | Sep 20, 2026 |
| Document Type | Deed of Trust |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | MADISON NC |
| Property Address | 280 SETTLERS TRL, MARS HILL, NC 28754-0017 |
| Transaction Type | Mortgage |
| Record Updated | Apr 28, 2026 |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Investor | Possibly a Property Investor |
| Document Number | 0007610421 |
|---|---|
| Date | Oct 31, 2022 |
| Book Page | 761/421 |
| Instrument | 348735 |
| Name | LOCAL GOVERNMENT FCU |
|---|---|
| Type | Credit Union |
| Address | RALEIGH, NC 27611 |
| Type | Line of Credit |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount on Record |
| Rate Type | Adjustable Rate |
|---|---|
| Change Frequency | Monthly |
| Document Type | Deed of Trust |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | MADISON NC |
| Property Address | 280 SETTLERS TRL, MARS HILL, NC 28754-0017 |
| Transaction Type | Mortgage |
| Record Updated | Sep 21, 2023 |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|
| Document Number | 0007700630 |
|---|---|
| Date | Apr 14, 2023 |
| Book Page | 770/630 |
| Instrument | 350440 |
| Name | LOCAL GOVERNMENT FCU |
|---|---|
| Type | Credit Union |
| Address | RALEIGH, NC 27611 |
| Type | Line of Credit |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount on Record |
| Rate Type | Adjustable Rate |
|---|---|
| Change Frequency | Monthly |
| Document Type | Deed of Trust |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | MADISON NC |
| Property Address | 280 SETTLERS TRL, MARS HILL, NC 28754-0017 |
| Transaction Type | Mortgage |
| Record Updated | Aug 23, 2022 |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|
| Document Number | 0006500525 |
|---|---|
| Date | May 31, 2018 |
| Book Page | 650/525 |
| Name | STATE EMPLOYEES CU |
|---|---|
| Type | Credit Union |
| Address | WEAVERVILLE, NC 28787 |
| Type | Line of Credit |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount on Record |
| Rate Type | Adjustable Rate |
|---|---|
| Change Frequency | Monthly |
| Document Type | Warranty Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | MADISON NC |
| Recording Date | Oct 19, 2021 |
| Property Address | 280 SETTLERS TRL, MARS HILL, NC 28754-0017 |
| Document Number | 0007330182 |
| Book / Page | 733 / 182 |
| Map Reference | MB 5 PG 511 |
| Instrument Date | Oct 15, 2021 |
| Instrument | 343769 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Apr 28, 2026 |
| Amount | Amount on Record |
|---|---|
| Downpayment | Downpayment on Record |
| Loan-to-Value (LTV) | LTV on Record |
| Tax | $1,120.00 |
| Amount Accuracy | Rounded by County |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 77 E IVEY TRAILS RD, WEAVERVILLE, NC 28787-7503 |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 280 SETTLERS TRL, MARS HILL, NC 28754-0017 |
| Investor | Possibly a Property Investor |
| Document Number | 0000343770 |
|---|---|
| Date | Oct 19, 2021 |
| Instrument | 343770 |
| Name | LOCAL GOVERNMENT FCU |
|---|---|
| Type | Credit Union |
| Type | Conventional Mortgage |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount on Record |
| Term | 361 Months |
| Due | Nov 1, 2051 |
The 2025 property tax bill for 280 Settlers Trl was $2,611.
Source: Madison County assessment roll, as of April 28, 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Madison County |
| Unified School District | Madison County Schools (PK - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,611.00 | $540,326 Land $75,807 Building $464,519 | $540,326 Land $75,807 Building $464,519 |
| 2023 | $429,159 (-) Land $68,915 Building $360,244 | $429,159 (-) Land $68,915 Building $360,244 | |
| 2022 | $429,159 Land $68,915 Building $360,244 | $429,159 Land $68,915 Building $360,244 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes and are not market price estimates.
FEMA maps place 280 Settlers Trl in Zone X, an area of minimal flood risk, though there have been 2 flood claims nearby since 2024.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective March 31, 2024 · OpenFEMA NFIP redacted claims and policies, as of September 2026
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
| Nearby Flood Policies | 3 in force |
| Nearby Flood Claims | 2 (2024) |
| Claims Outside the SFHA | 1 of 2 |
| Most Recent Claim | Sep 2024 · Tropical Storm Helene |
| Claims by Event |
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Values are read at the parcel center point; flood claims are located to the census block group, not this parcel; lenders make the official flood determination.
Wildfire risk around 280 Settlers Trl is moderate, ranking above 64% of the US, with a 0.3% annual chance of wildfire.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Moderate above 64% of the US · above 86% of North Carolina |
|---|---|
| Wildfire Likelihood | 0.3% annual chance |
| Exposure | Indirect within ember reach |
| Adjoins Burnable Land | Yes |
Values cover an area roughly 900 ft across, not the parcel itself; insurers use their own ratings.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 29 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| French Broad EMC Fiber | 1,000 / 1,000 |
5G (outdoors only) and 4G LTE
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