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$227,562$178 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 90How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $87,000 on Oct 12, 2007

1040 RIDGE AVE

GASTONIA, NC 28052
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,279 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.44 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1948
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$228K
$205K low$250K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$87,000 · Oct 12, 2007

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,483 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$138,710 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$10,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$128,710
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$138,710

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.53 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyGaston
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.44
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Footing
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 75 ft²

Transaction History(3)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
Grier Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.9 mi
H
Ashbrook High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.6 mi
E
Bessemer City Primary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 4.7 mi

District: Gaston County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28052These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.132
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.71

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.18%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.37,740
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.923 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$48,809
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$60,781
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.63%

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

1040 Ridge Ave measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 88% of homes in Highland
  • Costs more per square foot than 77% of homes in Highland
  • Bigger than 78% of homes in Highland
  • Has a bigger lot than 91% of homes in Highland
  • Older than 84% of homes in Gaston County

What homes are worth in Gastonia 28052

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$71K$457K

This home is worth more than 61% of homes in Gastonia 28052.

How it measures up in Gastonia 28052

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Gastonia 28052.

Estimated value$227,562
CheaperTypical $198,007Pricier

Pricier than 61% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$178
CheaperTypical $155Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Living area1,279 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,243 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 53% of homes nearby

Lot size0.44 ac
SmallerTypical 0.31 acBigger

Bigger than 71% of homes nearby

Year built1948
OlderTypical 1962Newer

Newer than 27% of homes nearby

How 1040 Ridge Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHighlandGastonia 28052Gaston County
Estimated valuepricier than$227,56288% of homes61% of homes31% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17877% of homes69% of homes47% of homes
Living areabigger than1,279 ft²78% of homes53% of homes32% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.44 ac91% of homes71% of homes57% of homes
Year builtnewer than194834% of homes27% of homes16% of homes

About 1040 Ridge Ave

How much is 1040 Ridge Ave, Gastonia, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1040 Ridge Ave, Gastonia, NC is $227,562 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $205,154 to $249,970. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1040 Ridge Ave, Gastonia, NC last sell?

1040 Ridge Ave, Gastonia, NC last sold on Oct 12, 2007 for $87,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1040 Ridge Ave, Gastonia, NC?

1040 Ridge Ave, Gastonia, NC has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,279 square feet of living space and a 0.44-acre lot.

When was 1040 Ridge Ave, Gastonia, NC built?

1040 Ridge Ave, Gastonia, NC was built in 1948, making it 78 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1040 Ridge Ave, Gastonia, NC?

1040 Ridge Ave, Gastonia, NC is assigned to Grier Middle School (middle), rated D; Ashbrook High School (high), rated D+; Bessemer City Primary School (elementary). All sit in Gaston County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1040 Ridge Ave, Gastonia, NC compare to other homes in Gastonia 28052?

Among the 12,612 homes in Gastonia 28052, it is worth more than 61% of them ($227,562 against a typical $198,007), its price per square foot is higher than 69% of them ($178 against a typical $155), it is bigger than 53% of them (1,279 ft² against a typical 1,243 ft²), its lot is bigger than 71% of them (0.44 ac against a typical 0.31 ac) and it is newer than 27% of them (1948 against a typical 1962). Measured against all of Gaston County, it is worth more than 31% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1040 Ridge Ave, Gastonia, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1040 Ridge Ave, Gastonia, NC was $1,483. The county assessed it at $138,710.

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