Haywood County property record for 540 Newfound St, Canton, NC 28716
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
|---|---|
| Details | 2 bd · 1 ba · 711 sqft · built 1953 |
| Lot Size | 0.14 acres (6,077 sqft) |
| Owner | 2 Individual Names on File |
| Last Sale | $15,000 (Nov 1991) |
| Tax Bill | $706 (2025) |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 8667-12-2895 |
| Primary APN | 8667-12-2895 |
|---|---|
| Alternative APN |
|
| Bedrooms | 2 Beds |
|---|---|
| Full Baths | 1 Bath |
| Stories | 1 Story |
| Building Area | 711 sqft Heated Area |
| Gross Area | 858 sqft |
| 1st Floor Area | 711 sqft |
| Basement Area | 474 sqft |
| Unfinished Basement | 474 sqft |
| Fireplaces | 1 Fireplace |
| Fireplace | Fireplace |
| Year Built | Built 1953 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 1953 |
| Architectural Style | Conventional |
| Exterior Material | Vinyl |
| Roof Material | Asphalt |
| Lot Area | 6,077 sqft (0.14 acres) |
| Porch | Slab |
| Cooling System | Partial |
|---|---|
| Heating System | Heat Pump |
| Sewer | Municipal |
| Water Source | Commercial |
| Account Number | 45153 |
|---|---|
| Street Address | 540 NEWFOUND ST |
| City | CANTON |
| State | NC |
| Zip | 28716-1397 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Local Zoning Code | CNR2 |
| Legal Description | 540 NEWFOUND ST |
| Legal Subdivision | NEWFOUND ST |
| Jurisdiction | HAYWOOD NC |
| Township / Civil Division | BEAVERDAM |
| Census Block Group | 3 |
| Census Block | 3021 |
| Census Tract | 920202 |
540 Newfound St is owned and occupied by two individuals who bought it in November 1991.
Source: Haywood County records, as of July 20, 2026
| Owner of Record | 2 Individual Names on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 540 NEWFOUND ST, CANTON, NC 28716-1397 |
| Occupancy | Owner Occupied |
| Owner Type | Individual |
Owner names and exact recorded amounts are on file and can be viewed instantly on this page with a free 10-day trial.
| Deed Names | 2 Names on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Nov 15, 1991 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | Nov 15, 1991 · Amount on File |
| Deed Book / Page | 421 / 1206 |
| Record Updated | Sep 20, 2026 |
The 2025 property tax bill for 540 Newfound St was $706.
Source: Haywood County assessment roll, as of July 14, 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Haywood County |
| Municipality | Canton Town |
| Unified School District | Haywood County Schools (PK - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $99,600 (-) Land $18,800 Building $80,800 | ||
| 2025 | $706.00 | $99,600 Land $18,800 Building $80,800 | $99,600 Land $18,800 Building $80,800 |
| 2023 | $98,000 Land $18,800 Building $79,200 | $98,000 Land $18,800 Building $79,200 | |
| 2021 | $98,000 Land $18,800 Building $79,200 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes and are not market price estimates.
FEMA maps place 540 Newfound St in Zone X, an area of minimal flood risk.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective December 25, 2025
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
Values are read at the parcel center point; lenders make the official flood determination.
Wildfire risk around 540 Newfound St is low, with a 0.02% annual chance of wildfire.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Low lower than 80% of the US · lower than 76% of North Carolina |
|---|---|
| Wildfire Likelihood | 0.02% annual chance |
| Exposure | Indirect within ember reach |
Values cover an area roughly 900 ft across, not the parcel itself; insurers use their own ratings.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System, as of September 2026
| Water System | TOWN OF CANTON serves 7,850 people · EPA ID NC0144015 |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Surface water |
| Last State Inspection | Nov 2025 |
| Lead | Under 1 ppb (2023–2025) action level 15 ppb |
| Water Quality | None last 10 years |
|---|---|
| Treatment and Procedure | None last 10 years |
| Monitoring and Reporting | None last 3 years |
Results are for the whole water system, not water tested at this address; lead at the tap also depends on the building's own pipes.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 222 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Spectrum Cable · Fiber in parts of the area | 1,000 / 1,000 |
| Skyrunner Fixed Wireless | 500 / 250 |
May also be available: AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon.
Search by:
By searching, you agree to: Terms • Privacy • Disclosures