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$580,243$289 / 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 92How 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 $495,000 on Feb 23, 2024

1488 FOREST RIDGE DR

STANLEY, NC 28164
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,008 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.
1.61 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.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$580K
$535K low$626K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$495,000 · Feb 23, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,791 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$438,915 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$69,531
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$369,384
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$438,915
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$438,915

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
CountyLINCOLN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.61
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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.

E
Catawba Springs Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.3 mi
H
East Lincoln High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.3 mi
M
East Lincoln Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 7.2 mi

District: Lincoln County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28164These 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.74
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.68

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.4%
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.17,730
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.415 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$86,049
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$107,057
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.45 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.63%

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How this home compares

1488 Forest Ridge 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 more than 82% of homes in Stanley 28164
  • Costs more per square foot than 89% of homes in Stanley 28164
  • Bigger than 67% of homes in Lincoln County
  • Has a bigger lot than 84% of homes in Stanley 28164
  • Newer than 69% of homes in Stanley 28164

What homes are worth in Stanley 28164

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

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$105K$1M

This home is worth more than 82% of homes in Stanley 28164.

How it measures up in Stanley 28164

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Stanley 28164.

Estimated value$580,243
CheaperTypical $369,413Pricier

Pricier than 82% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$289
CheaperTypical $211Pricier

Pricier than 89% of homes nearby

Living area2,008 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,664 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Lot size1.61 ac
SmallerTypical 0.58 acBigger

Bigger than 84% of homes nearby

Year built2002
OlderTypical 1993Newer

Newer than 69% of homes nearby

How 1488 Forest Ridge Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeStanley 28164Lincoln County
Estimated valuepricier than$580,24382% of homes75% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$28989% of homes80% of homes
Living areabigger than2,008 ft²66% of homes67% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.61 ac84% of homes78% of homes
Year builtnewer than200269% of homes64% of homes

About 1488 Forest Ridge Dr

How much is 1488 Forest Ridge Dr, Stanley, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1488 Forest Ridge Dr, Stanley, NC is $580,243 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $534,745 to $625,741. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1488 Forest Ridge Dr, Stanley, NC last sell?

1488 Forest Ridge Dr, Stanley, NC last sold on Feb 23, 2024 for $495,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1488 Forest Ridge Dr, Stanley, NC?

1488 Forest Ridge Dr, Stanley, NC has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,008 square feet of living space and a 1.61-acre lot.

When was 1488 Forest Ridge Dr, Stanley, NC built?

1488 Forest Ridge Dr, Stanley, NC was built in 2002, making it 24 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1488 Forest Ridge Dr, Stanley, NC?

1488 Forest Ridge Dr, Stanley, NC is assigned to Catawba Springs Elementary School (elementary), rated A; East Lincoln High School (high), rated B+; East Lincoln Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Lincoln County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1488 Forest Ridge Dr, Stanley, NC compare to other homes in Stanley 28164?

Among the 6,321 homes in Stanley 28164, it is worth more than 82% of them ($580,243 against a typical $369,413), its price per square foot is higher than 89% of them ($289 against a typical $211), it is bigger than 66% of them (2,008 ft² against a typical 1,664 ft²), its lot is bigger than 84% of them (1.61 ac against a typical 0.58 ac) and it is newer than 69% of them (2002 against a typical 1993). Measured against all of Lincoln County, it is worth more than 75% 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 1488 Forest Ridge Dr, Stanley, NC?

The 2026 property tax bill for 1488 Forest Ridge Dr, Stanley, NC was $2,791. The county assessed it at $438,915.

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