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$342,076$98 / 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 84How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $35,000 on Sep 11, 2020

1238 MORNINGSTAR LAKE RD

FOREST CITY, NC 28043
4
Beds
3
Baths
3,473 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.
5.48 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2024
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$342K
$289K low$395K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$35,000 · Sep 11, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,455 (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.$909,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$63,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$845,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$48,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$909,400

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.49
11
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
27
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
85
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
90
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
32
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.10 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%

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 Residential
CountyRutherford
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.5.48
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Mixed
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

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
Chase Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.0 mi
E
Harris Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.1 mi
H
Chase High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.3 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

1238 Morningstar Lake 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.

  • Worth more than 87% of homes in Forest City 28043
  • Costs less per square foot than 83% of homes in Rutherford County
  • Among the largest homes in Forest City 28043
  • Has a bigger lot than 92% of homes in Forest City 28043
  • Among the newest 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.

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$42K$587K

This home is worth more than 87% 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$342,076
CheaperTypical $190,620Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$98
CheaperTypical $135Pricier

Pricier than 23% of homes nearby

Living area3,473 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,400 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size5.48 ac
SmallerTypical 0.6 acBigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Year built2024
OlderTypical 1969Newer

Newer than almost all homes nearby

How 1238 Morningstar Lake Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForest City 28043Rutherford County
Estimated valuepricier than$342,07687% of homes71% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$9823% of homes17% of homes
Living areabigger than3,473 ft²almost all homes98% of homes
Lot sizebigger than5.48 ac92% of homes84% of homes
Year builtnewer than2024almost all homesalmost all homes

About 1238 Morningstar Lake Rd

How much is 1238 Morningstar Lake Rd, Forest City, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1238 Morningstar Lake Rd, Forest City, NC is $342,076 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $289,046 to $395,106. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1238 Morningstar Lake Rd, Forest City, NC last sell?

1238 Morningstar Lake Rd, Forest City, NC last sold on Sep 11, 2020 for $35,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1238 Morningstar Lake Rd, Forest City, NC?

1238 Morningstar Lake Rd, Forest City, NC has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3,473 square feet of living space and a 5.48-acre lot.

When was 1238 Morningstar Lake Rd, Forest City, NC built?

1238 Morningstar Lake Rd, Forest City, NC was built in 2024, making it 2 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1238 Morningstar Lake Rd, Forest City, NC?

1238 Morningstar Lake Rd, Forest City, NC is assigned to Chase Middle School (middle), rated C+; Harris Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Chase High School (high), rated C+. All sit in Rutherford County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1238 Morningstar Lake Rd, 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 87% of them ($342,076 against a typical $190,620), its price per square foot is higher than 23% of them ($98 against a typical $135), it is bigger than almost all of them (3,473 ft² against a typical 1,400 ft²), its lot is bigger than 92% of them (5.48 ac against a typical 0.6 ac) and it is newer than almost all of them (2024 against a typical 1969). Measured against all of Rutherford County, it is worth more than 71% 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 1238 Morningstar Lake Rd, Forest City, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1238 Morningstar Lake Rd, Forest City, NC was $5,455. The county assessed it at $909,400.

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