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$217,162$202 / 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 71How 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 $109,500 on Oct 6, 2005

157 FOREST MEADOW LN

SALISBURY, NC 28144
2
Baths
1,076 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.
0.5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1994
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$217K
$155K low$280K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$109,500 · Oct 6, 2005

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,026 (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.$153,202 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$28,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$125,202
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$153,202
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$153,202

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.7
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
13
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
25
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
CountyROWAN
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.2010
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.50
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Package
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 · 96 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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.

M
North Rowan Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.0 mi
E
North Rowan Elementary SchoolF
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 5.2 mi
H
North Rowan High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.2 mi

District: Rowan-Salisbury Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28144These 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.127
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.63

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.20%
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.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.27,859
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.908 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$60,813
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$82,766
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°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.60%

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How this home compares

157 Forest Meadow 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 more per square foot than 89% of homes in Salisbury 28144
  • Smaller than 88% of homes in Rowan County
  • Has a bigger lot than 70% of homes in Salisbury 28144
  • Newer than 77% of homes in Salisbury 28144

What homes are worth in Salisbury 28144

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

This home
$57K$704K

This home is worth more than 55% of homes in Salisbury 28144.

How it measures up in Salisbury 28144

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Salisbury 28144.

Estimated value$217,162
CheaperTypical $202,900Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$202
CheaperTypical $137Pricier

Pricier than 89% of homes nearby

Living area1,076 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,539 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 15% of homes nearby

Lot size0.5 ac
SmallerTypical 0.33 acBigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Year built1994
OlderTypical 1964Newer

Newer than 77% of homes nearby

How 157 Forest Meadow Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSalisbury 28144Rowan County
Estimated valuepricier than$217,16255% of homes40% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20289% of homes75% of homes
Living areabigger than1,076 ft²15% of homes12% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.5 ac70% of homes40% of homes
Year builtnewer than199477% of homes63% of homes

About 157 Forest Meadow Ln

How much is 157 Forest Meadow Ln, Salisbury, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 157 Forest Meadow Ln, Salisbury, NC is $217,162 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $154,711 to $279,613. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 157 Forest Meadow Ln, Salisbury, NC last sell?

157 Forest Meadow Ln, Salisbury, NC last sold on Oct 6, 2005 for $109,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 157 Forest Meadow Ln, Salisbury, NC?

157 Forest Meadow Ln, Salisbury, NC has 2 bathrooms, 1,076 square feet of living space and a 0.50-acre lot.

When was 157 Forest Meadow Ln, Salisbury, NC built?

157 Forest Meadow Ln, Salisbury, NC was built in 1994, making it 32 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 157 Forest Meadow Ln, Salisbury, NC?

157 Forest Meadow Ln, Salisbury, NC is assigned to North Rowan Middle School (middle), rated F; North Rowan Elementary School (elementary), rated F; North Rowan High School (high), rated F. All sit in Rowan-Salisbury Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 157 Forest Meadow Ln, Salisbury, NC compare to other homes in Salisbury 28144?

Among the 9,657 homes in Salisbury 28144, it is worth more than 55% of them ($217,162 against a typical $202,900), its price per square foot is higher than 89% of them ($202 against a typical $137), it is bigger than 15% of them (1,076 ft² against a typical 1,539 ft²), its lot is bigger than 70% of them (0.5 ac against a typical 0.33 ac) and it is newer than 77% of them (1994 against a typical 1964). Measured against all of Rowan County, it is worth more than 40% 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 157 Forest Meadow Ln, Salisbury, NC?

The 2026 property tax bill for 157 Forest Meadow Ln, Salisbury, NC was $1,026. The county assessed it at $153,202.

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