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$430,084$151 / 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 94How 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 $178,000 on Jul 28, 2004

2012 ALTON CT

LOWELL, NC 28098
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,843 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.
0.43 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2004
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$430K
$404K low$457K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$178,000 · Jul 28, 2004

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,860 (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.$361,110 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$29,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$332,110
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$361,110
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$271,420

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
CountyGASTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.43
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.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 · 127 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.

E
Lowell Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.9 mi
M
Holbrook Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
H
Ashbrook High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.0 mi

District: Gaston County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28098These 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.118
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 100.72

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.94%
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.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.4,224
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,152 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$58,677
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$86,000
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 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

2012 Alton Ct 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 96% of homes in Lowell 28098
  • Costs less per square foot than 72% of homes in Gaston County
  • Bigger than 95% of homes in Lowell 28098
  • Has a bigger lot than 75% of homes in Lowell 28098
  • Newer than 73% of homes in Lowell 28098

What homes are worth in Lowell 28098

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

This home
$93K$470K

This home is worth more than 96% of homes in Lowell 28098.

How it measures up in Lowell 28098

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lowell 28098.

Estimated value$430,084
CheaperTypical $254,743Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$151
CheaperTypical $172Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Living area2,843 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,428 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Lot size0.43 ac
SmallerTypical 0.29 acBigger

Bigger than 75% of homes nearby

Year built2004
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Newer than 73% of homes nearby

How 2012 Alton Ct ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLowell 28098Gaston County
Estimated valuepricier than$430,08496% of homes80% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15130% of homes28% of homes
Living areabigger than2,843 ft²95% of homes90% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.43 ac75% of homes58% of homes
Year builtnewer than200473% of homes73% of homes

About 2012 Alton Ct

How much is 2012 Alton Ct, Lowell, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2012 Alton Ct, Lowell, NC is $430,084 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $403,586 to $456,582. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2012 Alton Ct, Lowell, NC last sell?

2012 Alton Ct, Lowell, NC last sold on Jul 28, 2004 for $178,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 2012 Alton Ct, Lowell, NC?

2012 Alton Ct, Lowell, NC has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,843 square feet of living space and a 0.43-acre lot.

When was 2012 Alton Ct, Lowell, NC built?

2012 Alton Ct, Lowell, NC was built in 2004, making it 22 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 2012 Alton Ct, Lowell, NC?

2012 Alton Ct, Lowell, NC is assigned to Lowell Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Holbrook Middle School (middle), rated D+; Ashbrook High School (high), rated D+. All sit in Gaston County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 2012 Alton Ct, Lowell, NC compare to other homes in Lowell 28098?

Among the 1,607 homes in Lowell 28098, it is worth more than 96% of them ($430,084 against a typical $254,743), its price per square foot is higher than 30% of them ($151 against a typical $172), it is bigger than 95% of them (2,843 ft² against a typical 1,428 ft²), its lot is bigger than 75% of them (0.43 ac against a typical 0.29 ac) and it is newer than 73% of them (2004 against a typical 1976). Measured against all of Gaston County, it is worth more than 80% 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 2012 Alton Ct, Lowell, NC?

The 2026 property tax bill for 2012 Alton Ct, Lowell, NC was $3,860. The county assessed it at $361,110.

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