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$196,745$173 / 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 79How 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 $180,000 on Nov 25, 2024

15 FOREST AVE

FRANKLIN, NC 28734
4
Beds
1
Baths
1,140 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.
0.21 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.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$197K
$156K low$237K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$180,000 · Nov 25, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$668 (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.$161,290 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$29,740
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$131,550
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$161,290
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$161,290

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.11
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
25
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
33
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyMACON
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.1980
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.21
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 544 ft²

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.

H
Franklin High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.2 mi
E
East Franklin Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 1.2 mi
M
Macon Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.4 mi

District: Macon County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28734These 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.105
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 100.114

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.73%
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.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.31,080
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.101 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$50,933
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$69,402
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.64 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

15 Forest Ave 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 85% of homes in Macon County
  • Costs less per square foot than 83% of homes in Macon County
  • Smaller than 68% of homes in Macon County
  • Has a smaller lot than 96% of homes in Franklin 28734
  • Among the oldest homes in Franklin 28734

What homes are worth in Franklin 28734

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

This home
$109K$861K

This home is worth more than 19% of homes in Franklin 28734.

How it measures up in Franklin 28734

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Franklin 28734.

Estimated value$196,745
CheaperTypical $290,658Pricier

Pricier than 19% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$173
CheaperTypical $220Pricier

Pricier than 23% of homes nearby

Living area1,140 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,302 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 36% of homes nearby

Lot size0.21 ac
SmallerTypical 1.12 acBigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1984Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 15 Forest Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFranklin 28734Macon County
Estimated valuepricier than$196,74519% of homes15% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17323% of homes17% of homes
Living areabigger than1,140 ft²36% of homes32% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.21 ac4% of homes6% of homes
Year builtnewer than1920almost no homes2% of homes

About 15 Forest Ave

How much is 15 Forest Ave, Franklin, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 15 Forest Ave, Franklin, NC is $196,745 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $156,372 to $237,118. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 15 Forest Ave, Franklin, NC last sell?

15 Forest Ave, Franklin, NC last sold on Nov 25, 2024 for $180,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 15 Forest Ave, Franklin, NC?

15 Forest Ave, Franklin, NC has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,140 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was 15 Forest Ave, Franklin, NC built?

15 Forest Ave, Franklin, NC was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 15 Forest Ave, Franklin, NC?

15 Forest Ave, Franklin, NC is assigned to Franklin High School (high), rated C; East Franklin Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Macon Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Macon County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 15 Forest Ave, Franklin, NC compare to other homes in Franklin 28734?

Among the 15,851 homes in Franklin 28734, it is worth more than 19% of them ($196,745 against a typical $290,658), its price per square foot is higher than 23% of them ($173 against a typical $220), it is bigger than 36% of them (1,140 ft² against a typical 1,302 ft²), its lot is bigger than 4% of them (0.21 ac against a typical 1.12 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1920 against a typical 1984). Measured against all of Macon County, it is worth more than 15% 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 15 Forest Ave, Franklin, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 15 Forest Ave, Franklin, NC was $668. The county assessed it at $161,290.

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