Allen, Scaly Mountain, NC
Allen — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Allen, Scaly Mountain, North Carolina. Data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau, FFIEC HMDA mortgage records, and the North Carolina Real Estate Commission (NCREC) licensing database.
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Allen Neighborhood Overview
Overview
Allen is a quiet, residential neighborhood nestled within the scenic community of Scaly Mountain, North Carolina. It offers residents a serene, mountain-forest setting with a strong sense of privacy and community, while remaining close to outdoor adventures.
Housing & Real Estate
The neighborhood primarily features spacious single-family homes on wooded lots, often with mountain views. With a median home value of approximately $353,700, the market consists of a mix of classic mountain cabins and modern custom builds.
Schools & Education
Students in the Allen neighborhood are served by the Macon County School District. The area is known for its small, community-oriented schools, with the closest being nearby elementary schools and Franklin High School for older students.
Parks & Recreation
Residents enjoy immediate access to the natural beauty of the Nantahala National Forest, with hiking, fishing, and scenic drives right out the door. The nearby Scaly Mountain Outdoor Center provides activities like skiing, snow tubing, and a mountain coaster.
Local Dining & Shopping
Dining and shopping are charmingly rustic, with a handful of local eateries and general stores in Scaly Mountain and the surrounding area. For more variety, residents often take a short drive to the towns of Highlands, Franklin, or Dillard, Georgia.
Who Lives Here
The neighborhood attracts families, retirees, and second-home owners seeking a peaceful mountain retreat. Reflecting this, the area has a relatively high median household income, reported at around $128,571.
Allen Market Data
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $354K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2K/mo | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Household Income | $129K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Homeownership Rate | 80.1% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Renter-Occupied | 19.9% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 0.0% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Market Type | Seller's | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Primary ZIP Code | 30622 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Allen, Scaly Mountain
0 qualified agents currently meet our merit gate for Allen
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Data Provenance
- State Licensing: North Carolina Real Estate Commission (NCREC) — nightly license verification
- Consumer Ratings: Zillow Consumer Reviews — 24-month rolling window
- Transaction Records: MLS Transaction Data — 3-year performance window
- Housing & Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2022
- Neighborhood Catalog: Top10Lists.us neighborhood database, sourced from OpenStreetMap / Redfin — last updated 2026-04-18