28679 — Vilas, NC Home Values
Typical home value $410,628 as of June 2026 · 6th of 8 in Boone, NC
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 28679, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 28679 compares in the Boone, NC area
ZIP code 28679 (Vilas, NC) has a typical home value of $410,628 as of June 2026, ranking 6th of 8 ZIP codes tracked in the Boone, NC area, more expensive than about 38% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved -0.9% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +22.2%, from $336,164 in June 2021 to $410,628 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 28679 has a population of 2,535, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 89.6% White, 5.4% Hispanic or Latino, 3.5% two or more races, 1.1% Asian, and 0.4% American Indian or Alaska Native.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bethel Elementary | 138 Bethel School Rd, Sugar Grove, NC | 2.4 mi |
| Valle Crucis Elementary | 2998 Broadstone Road, Sugar Grove, NC | 4.9 mi |
| Cove Creek Elementary | 930 Vanderpool Rd, Vilas, NC | 5.1 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 28679?
$410,628 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 28679 an expensive ZIP code in the Boone, NC area?
28679 ranks 6th of 8 ZIP codes in the Boone, NC area by typical home value, more expensive than about 38% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 28679 changed over the past year?
-0.9% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
What is the population of ZIP code 28679?
2,535, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 28679?
Bethel Elementary (2.4 mi), Valle Crucis Elementary (4.9 mi), Cove Creek Elementary (5.1 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 28679?
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.