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$165,295$164 / 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 75How 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 $86,500 on Jul 15, 2008

120 GARDENBROOK DR

FOREST CITY, NC 28043
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,008 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.
2.58 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.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$165K
$124K low$207K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$86,500 · Jul 15, 2008

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$81 (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.$172,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$37,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$134,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$172,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$172,200

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residential
CountyRutherford
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.58
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Block (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Fan Cooling
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.Carport (Unspecified)
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.Deck · 256 ft²Patio · 256 ft²Porch · 72 ft²

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

H
Rutherford Early College High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi
E
Spindale Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.9 mi
M
R-S Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.5 mi

District: Rutherford County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28043These 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.113
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.91
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.85

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.90%
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.22%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.20,602
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.319 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$51,546
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$65,898
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.51 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

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How this home compares

120 Gardenbrook Dr 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 less than 70% of homes in Rutherford County
  • Costs more per square foot than 72% of homes in Forest City 28043
  • Smaller than 85% of homes in Forest City 28043
  • Has a bigger lot than 85% of homes in Forest City 28043
  • Newer than 68% of homes in Forest City 28043

What homes are worth in Forest City 28043

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

This home
$48K$679K

This home is worth more than 39% of homes in Forest City 28043.

How it measures up in Forest City 28043

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Forest City 28043.

Estimated value$165,295
CheaperTypical $190,785Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$164
CheaperTypical $132Pricier

Pricier than 72% of homes nearby

Living area1,008 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,396 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 15% of homes nearby

Lot size2.58 ac
SmallerTypical 0.59 acBigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

Year built1978
OlderTypical 1969Newer

Newer than 68% of homes nearby

How 120 Gardenbrook Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForest City 28043Rutherford County
Estimated valuepricier than$165,29539% of homes30% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16472% of homes53% of homes
Living areabigger than1,008 ft²15% of homes15% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.58 ac85% of homes72% of homes
Year builtnewer than197868% of homes52% of homes

About 120 Gardenbrook Dr

How much is 120 Gardenbrook Dr, Forest City, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 120 Gardenbrook Dr, Forest City, NC is $165,295 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $123,853 to $206,737. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 120 Gardenbrook Dr, Forest City, NC last sell?

120 Gardenbrook Dr, Forest City, NC last sold on Jul 15, 2008 for $86,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 120 Gardenbrook Dr, Forest City, NC?

120 Gardenbrook Dr, Forest City, NC has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,008 square feet of living space and a 2.58-acre lot.

When was 120 Gardenbrook Dr, Forest City, NC built?

120 Gardenbrook Dr, Forest City, NC was built in 1978, making it 48 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 120 Gardenbrook Dr, Forest City, NC?

120 Gardenbrook Dr, Forest City, NC is assigned to Rutherford Early College High School (high), rated A-; Spindale Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; R-S Middle School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Rutherford County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 120 Gardenbrook Dr, Forest City, NC compare to other homes in Forest City 28043?

Among the 7,473 homes in Forest City 28043, it is worth more than 39% of them ($165,295 against a typical $190,785), its price per square foot is higher than 72% of them ($164 against a typical $132), it is bigger than 15% of them (1,008 ft² against a typical 1,396 ft²), its lot is bigger than 85% of them (2.58 ac against a typical 0.59 ac) and it is newer than 68% of them (1978 against a typical 1969). Measured against all of Rutherford County, it is worth more than 30% 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 120 Gardenbrook Dr, Forest City, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 120 Gardenbrook Dr, Forest City, NC was $81. The county assessed it at $172,200.

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