Polk County property record for 73 Downing Ln, Columbus, NC 28722
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
|---|---|
| Details | 1 bd · 1 ba · 960 sqft · built 2005 |
| Lot Size | 4.85 acres (211,266 sqft) |
| Owner | 2 Individual Names on File |
| Tax Bill | $1,024 (2026) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Mar 2026 Sale |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | P46-56 |
| Primary APN | P46-56 |
|---|---|
| Alternative APN |
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| Bedrooms | 1 Bed |
|---|---|
| Full Baths | 1 Bath |
| Total Rooms | 4 Rooms |
| Building Area | 960 sqft Finished Area |
| Year Built | Built 2005 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 2005 |
| Exterior Material | Vinyl |
| Foundation Type | Retaining Wall |
| Roof Type | Gable |
| Roof Material | Shingle |
| Lot Area | 211,266 sqft (4.85 acres) |
| Garage Type | Carport |
| Carport | Carport |
| Porch | Porch |
| Cooling System | HVAC |
|---|---|
| Heating System | HVAC |
| Account Number | 645 |
|---|---|
| Street Address | 73 DOWNING LN |
| City | COLUMBUS |
| State | NC |
| Zip | 28722-5508 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Local Zoning Code | RE1 |
| Legal Description | 4.85 ACRES, P46A P46A |
| Legal Subdivision | P46A |
| Jurisdiction | POLK NC |
| Township / Civil Division | COLUMBUS |
| Census Block Group | 1 |
| Census Block | 1006 |
| Census Tract | 920301 |
73 Downing Ln is owned by two individuals who acquired it in February 2026.
Source: Polk County records, as of September 28, 2026
Owner names and exact recorded amounts are on file and can be viewed instantly on this page with a free 10-day trial.
| Owner of Record | 2 Individual Names on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | PO BOX 608, HENDERSONVILLE, NC 28793-0608 |
| Owner Type | Individual |
| Vesting | Tenants in Common |
| Deed Names | 2 Names on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | May 7, 2003 |
| Deed Sale | May 7, 2003 |
| Prior Sale | Dec 31, 1997 |
| Deed Book / Page | 222 / 1357 |
| Last Transfer Date | Feb 9, 2026 |
| Transfer Doc | 00498/1318 |
| Record Updated | Oct 29, 2026 |
| Document Type | Executor's Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | POLK NC |
| Recording Date | Mar 27, 2026 |
| Property Address | 73 DOWNING LN, COLUMBUS, NC 28722-5508 |
| Document Number | 00498/1318 |
| Book / Page | 498 / 1318 |
| Instrument Date | Feb 9, 2026 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Apr 6, 2026 |
| Tax | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Amount Accuracy | No Consideration Stated |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 136 S KING STD, HENDERSONVILLE, NC 28792 |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Relationship | Tenants in Common |
| Address | PO BOX 606, HENDERSONVILLE, NC 28793-0606 |
| Mail Care Of | CARR BLACKWELL & ASSOCIATES PC |
The 2026 property tax bill for 73 Downing Ln was $1,024.
Source: Polk County assessment roll, as of September 28, 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Polk County |
| Unified School District | Polk County Schools (PK - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $1,024.00 | $195,961 (-) Land $56,950 Building $139,011 | $195,961 (-) Land $56,950 Building $139,011 |
| 2025 | $1,024.00 | $195,961 Land $56,950 Building $139,011 | $195,961 Land $56,950 Building $139,011 |
| 2023 | $941.00 | $147,868 Land $40,100 Building $107,768 | |
| 2021 | $147,868 Land $40,100 Building $107,768 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes and are not market price estimates.
FEMA maps place 73 Downing Ln in Zone X, an area of minimal flood risk, though there have been 5 flood claims nearby since 2020.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective July 8, 2025 · 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 | 5 (2020–2024) |
| Claims Outside the SFHA | 4 of 5 |
| Most Recent Claim | Sep 2024 · Tropical Storm Helene |
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 73 Downing Ln is moderate, ranking above 40% of the US, with a 0.06% annual chance of wildfire.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Moderate above 40% of the US · above 58% of North Carolina |
|---|---|
| Wildfire Likelihood | 0.06% 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 10 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Windstream Fiber | 2,000 / 2,000 |
| Skyrunner Fixed Wireless | 500 / 250 |
May also be available: Pangaea Internet, Spectrum, Verizon.
5G (outdoors only) and 4G LTE
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