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$148,908$106 / 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 76How 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

1488 W FOREST DR

STATE ROAD, NC 28676
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,400 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.
1.1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$149K
$114K low$184K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$698 (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.$95,530 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$14,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$81,530
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$79,070
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$95,530

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountySurry
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.1992
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.10
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.Wood Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 168 ft²

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

H
Elkin High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.3 mi
M
Elkin Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 5.3 mi
E
Elkin Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 5.3 mi

District: Elkin City Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28676These 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.87
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.93
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.78

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.20%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.3,288
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.114 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$54,037
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$78,788
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.57°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.50 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.60%

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How this home compares

1488 W Forest 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 82% of homes in State Road 28676
  • Costs less per square foot than 84% of homes in State Road 28676
  • Older than 96% of homes in State Road 28676

What homes are worth in State Road 28676

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

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$79K$884K

This home is worth more than 18% of homes in State Road 28676.

How it measures up in State Road 28676

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in State Road 28676.

Estimated value$148,908
CheaperTypical $239,131Pricier

Pricier than 18% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$106
CheaperTypical $152Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Living area1,400 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,536 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 40% of homes nearby

Lot size1.1 ac
SmallerTypical 1.4 acBigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1973Newer

Newer than 4% of homes nearby

How 1488 W Forest Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeState Road 28676Surry County
Estimated valuepricier than$148,90818% of homes24% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$10616% of homes22% of homes
Living areabigger than1,400 ft²40% of homes43% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.1 ac41% of homes52% of homes
Year builtnewer than19204% of homes5% of homes

About 1488 W Forest Dr

How much is 1488 W Forest Dr, State Road, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1488 W Forest Dr, State Road, NC is $148,908 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $113,593 to $184,223. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1488 W Forest Dr, State Road, NC last sell?

1488 W Forest Dr, State Road, NC last sold on Mar 9, 2016, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1488 W Forest Dr, State Road, NC?

1488 W Forest Dr, State Road, NC has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,400 square feet of living space and a 1.10-acre lot.

When was 1488 W Forest Dr, State Road, NC built?

1488 W Forest Dr, State Road, NC was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1488 W Forest Dr, State Road, NC?

1488 W Forest Dr, State Road, NC is assigned to Elkin High School (high), rated B+; Elkin Middle School (middle), rated B; Elkin Elementary School (elementary), rated A-. All sit in Elkin City Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1488 W Forest Dr, State Road, NC compare to other homes in State Road 28676?

Among the 1,391 homes in State Road 28676, it is worth more than 18% of them ($148,908 against a typical $239,131), its price per square foot is higher than 16% of them ($106 against a typical $152), it is bigger than 40% of them (1,400 ft² against a typical 1,536 ft²), its lot is bigger than 41% of them (1.1 ac against a typical 1.4 ac) and it is newer than 4% of them (1920 against a typical 1973). Measured against all of Surry County, it is worth more than 24% 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 W Forest Dr, State Road, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1488 W Forest Dr, State Road, NC was $698. The county assessed it at $95,530.

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