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$576,221$335 / 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 91How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $340,000 on Dec 31, 2019

1049 RIVER FOREST RD

PITTSBORO, NC 27312
3
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
1,722 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.
5.92 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1978
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$576K
$523K low$630K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$340,000 · Dec 31, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,193 (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.$574,979 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$218,380
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$356,599
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$346,853
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$574,979

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.Cape Cod
CountyChatham
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.5.92
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(2)

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.

E
Perry Harrison Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.7 mi
H
Northwood High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.1 mi
M
Margaret B. Pollard Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.2 mi

District: Chatham County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27312These 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.114
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.99
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.44

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.30%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.9%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.24,171
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.138 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$100,071
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$116,875
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°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.58%

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How this home compares

1049 River Forest Rd 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 82% of homes in Chatham County
  • Smaller than 70% of homes in Pittsboro 27312
  • Has a bigger lot than 86% of homes in Pittsboro 27312
  • Older than 83% of homes in Pittsboro 27312

What homes are worth in Pittsboro 27312

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

This home
$202K$1.5M

This home is worth more than 48% of homes in Pittsboro 27312.

How it measures up in Pittsboro 27312

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Pittsboro 27312.

Estimated value$576,221
CheaperTypical $593,434Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$335
CheaperTypical $270Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Living area1,722 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,160 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Lot size5.92 ac
SmallerTypical 1.1 acBigger

Bigger than 86% of homes nearby

Year built1978
OlderTypical 2001Newer

Newer than 17% of homes nearby

How 1049 River Forest Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePittsboro 27312Chatham County
Estimated valuepricier than$576,22148% of homes50% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$33581% of homes82% of homes
Living areabigger than1,722 ft²30% of homes35% of homes
Lot sizebigger than5.92 ac86% of homes84% of homes
Year builtnewer than197817% of homes24% of homes

About 1049 River Forest Rd

How much is 1049 River Forest Rd, Pittsboro, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1049 River Forest Rd, Pittsboro, NC is $576,221 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $522,673 to $629,769. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1049 River Forest Rd, Pittsboro, NC last sell?

1049 River Forest Rd, Pittsboro, NC last sold on Dec 31, 2019 for $340,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1049 River Forest Rd, Pittsboro, NC?

1049 River Forest Rd, Pittsboro, NC has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,722 square feet of living space and a 5.92-acre lot.

When was 1049 River Forest Rd, Pittsboro, NC built?

1049 River Forest Rd, Pittsboro, NC was built in 1978, making it 48 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1049 River Forest Rd, Pittsboro, NC?

1049 River Forest Rd, Pittsboro, NC is assigned to Perry Harrison Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Northwood High School (high), rated B+; Margaret B. Pollard Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in Chatham County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1049 River Forest Rd, Pittsboro, NC compare to other homes in Pittsboro 27312?

Among the 10,150 homes in Pittsboro 27312, it is worth more than 48% of them ($576,221 against a typical $593,434), its price per square foot is higher than 81% of them ($335 against a typical $270), it is bigger than 30% of them (1,722 ft² against a typical 2,160 ft²), its lot is bigger than 86% of them (5.92 ac against a typical 1.1 ac) and it is newer than 17% of them (1978 against a typical 2001). Measured against all of Chatham County, it is worth more than 50% 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 1049 River Forest Rd, Pittsboro, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1049 River Forest Rd, Pittsboro, NC was $4,193. The county assessed it at $574,979.

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