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$364,644$467 / 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 88How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026

1498 RIVER FORKS RD

SANFORD, NC 27330
2
Beds
1
Baths
780 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.
6 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1948
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$365K
$320K low$409K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,321 (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.$163,901 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$82,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$81,401
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$132,307
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$163,901

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.47
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
17
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
84
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
95
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
41
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Bungalow
CountyChatham
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.6.00
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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

M
George Moses Horton Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 7.7 mi
E
Pittsboro Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 7.8 mi
H
Northwood High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 10.4 mi

District: Chatham County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27330These 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.116
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.50

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.17%
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.43,390
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.206 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$64,545
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$80,823
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 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

1498 River Forks 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 80% of homes in Sanford 27330
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Sanford 27330
  • Smaller than 98% of homes in Chatham County
  • Has a bigger lot than 90% of homes in Sanford 27330
  • Older than 92% of homes in Chatham County

What homes are worth in Sanford 27330

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

This home
$41K$665K

This home is worth more than 80% of homes in Sanford 27330.

How it measures up in Sanford 27330

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Sanford 27330.

Estimated value$364,644
CheaperTypical $223,286Pricier

Pricier than 80% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$467
CheaperTypical $147Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area780 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,680 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 3% of homes nearby

Lot size6 ac
SmallerTypical 0.64 acBigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Year built1948
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than 12% of homes nearby

How 1498 River Forks Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSanford 27330Chatham County
Estimated valuepricier than$364,64480% of homes25% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$467almost all homes97% of homes
Living areabigger than780 ft²3% of homes2% of homes
Lot sizebigger than6 ac90% of homes85% of homes
Year builtnewer than194812% of homes8% of homes

About 1498 River Forks Rd

How much is 1498 River Forks Rd, Sanford, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1498 River Forks Rd, Sanford, NC is $364,644 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $320,228 to $409,060. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1498 River Forks Rd, Sanford, NC last sell?

1498 River Forks Rd, Sanford, NC last sold on Dec 31, 1996, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1498 River Forks Rd, Sanford, NC?

1498 River Forks Rd, Sanford, NC has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 780 square feet of living space and a 6.00-acre lot.

When was 1498 River Forks Rd, Sanford, NC built?

1498 River Forks Rd, Sanford, NC was built in 1948, making it 78 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1498 River Forks Rd, Sanford, NC?

1498 River Forks Rd, Sanford, NC is assigned to George Moses Horton Middle School (middle), rated A; Pittsboro Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Northwood High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Chatham County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1498 River Forks Rd, Sanford, NC compare to other homes in Sanford 27330?

Among the 16,087 homes in Sanford 27330, it is worth more than 80% of them ($364,644 against a typical $223,286), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($467 against a typical $147), it is bigger than 3% of them (780 ft² against a typical 1,680 ft²), its lot is bigger than 90% of them (6 ac against a typical 0.64 ac) and it is newer than 12% of them (1948 against a typical 1980). Measured against all of Chatham County, it is worth more than 25% 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 1498 River Forks Rd, Sanford, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1498 River Forks Rd, Sanford, NC was $1,321. The county assessed it at $163,901.

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