28605 — Blowing Rock, NC Home Values
Typical home value $779,200 as of June 2026 · 1st of 8 in Boone, NC
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 28605, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 28605 compares in the Boone, NC area
ZIP code 28605 (Blowing Rock, NC) has a typical home value of $779,200 as of June 2026, ranking 1st of 8 ZIP codes tracked in the Boone, NC area, the most expensive ZIP code in the metro. Prices here have moved +3.6% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +37.5%, from $566,724 in June 2021 to $779,200 in June 2026.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Boone, NC forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Boone.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 28605 has a population of 3,471, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 92.1% White, 3.3% Hispanic or Latino, 1.5% Black or African American, 1.4% two or more races, 1% Asian, and 0.7% American Indian or Alaska Native.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Blowing Rock Elementary | 165 Morris Street, Blowing Rock, NC | 1.1 mi |
| Watauga Innovation Academy | 300 Go Pioneers Drive, Boone, NC | 6.5 mi |
| Watauga High | 300 Go Pioneers Drive, Boone, NC | 6.5 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 28605?
$779,200 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 28605 an expensive ZIP code in the Boone, NC area?
28605 ranks 1st of 8 ZIP codes in the Boone, NC area by typical home value, the most expensive ZIP code in the metro.
How much have home values in 28605 changed over the past year?
+3.6% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
What is the population of ZIP code 28605?
3,471, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 28605?
Blowing Rock Elementary (1.1 mi), Watauga Innovation Academy (6.5 mi), Watauga High (6.5 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 28605?
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 Boone, 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.