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$384,979$167 / 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 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $312,000 on Jan 12, 2021

138 FOREST LN

GARNER, NC 27529
3
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
2,300 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.
0.86 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2002
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$385K
$362K low$408K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$312,000 · Jan 12, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,761 (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.$434,810 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$77,060
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$357,750
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$265,910
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$434,810

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.43 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
CountyJohnston
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2008
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.86
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.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.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.Deck · 96 ft²Patio · 96 ft²Porch · 503 ft²

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
West View Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.3 mi
M
Cleveland Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.4 mi
H
Cleveland High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.7 mi

District: Johnston County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27529These 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.84
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.78
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.42

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.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.5%
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.61,385
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,053 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$85,388
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$103,255
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.58%

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How this home compares

138 Forest Ln 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 less per square foot than 80% of homes in Garner 27529
  • Bigger than 73% of homes in Johnston County
  • Has a bigger lot than 84% of homes in Garner 27529

What homes are worth in Garner 27529

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

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$192K$745K

This home is worth more than 50% of homes in Garner 27529.

How it measures up in Garner 27529

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Garner 27529.

Estimated value$384,979
CheaperTypical $385,589Pricier

Pricier than 50% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$167
CheaperTypical $195Pricier

Pricier than 20% of homes nearby

Living area2,300 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,948 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Lot size0.86 ac
SmallerTypical 0.35 acBigger

Bigger than 84% of homes nearby

Year built2002
OlderTypical 2001Newer

Newer than 53% of homes nearby

How 138 Forest Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGarner 27529Johnston County
Estimated valuepricier than$384,97950% of homes63% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16720% of homes31% of homes
Living areabigger than2,300 ft²64% of homes73% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.86 ac84% of homes60% of homes
Year builtnewer than200253% of homes49% of homes

About 138 Forest Ln

How much is 138 Forest Ln, Garner, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 138 Forest Ln, Garner, NC is $384,979 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $361,629 to $408,329. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 138 Forest Ln, Garner, NC last sell?

138 Forest Ln, Garner, NC last sold on Jan 12, 2021 for $312,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 138 Forest Ln, Garner, NC?

138 Forest Ln, Garner, NC has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,300 square feet of living space and a 0.86-acre lot.

When was 138 Forest Ln, Garner, NC built?

138 Forest Ln, Garner, NC was built in 2002, making it 24 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 138 Forest Ln, Garner, NC?

138 Forest Ln, Garner, NC is assigned to West View Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Cleveland Middle School (middle), rated A; Cleveland High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Johnston County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 138 Forest Ln, Garner, NC compare to other homes in Garner 27529?

Among the 20,238 homes in Garner 27529, it is worth more than 50% of them ($384,979 against a typical $385,589), its price per square foot is higher than 20% of them ($167 against a typical $195), it is bigger than 64% of them (2,300 ft² against a typical 1,948 ft²), its lot is bigger than 84% of them (0.86 ac against a typical 0.35 ac) and it is newer than 53% of them (2002 against a typical 2001). Measured against all of Johnston County, it is worth more than 63% 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 138 Forest Ln, Garner, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 138 Forest Ln, Garner, NC was $2,761. The county assessed it at $434,810.

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