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$440,294$225 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $135,000 on Jul 8, 2013

229 WHITESIDES RD

BESSEMER CITY, NC 28016
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,958 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.
0.93 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1980
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

$440K
$413K low$468K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$135,000 · Jul 8, 2013

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,400 (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.$336,110 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$17,850
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$318,260
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$337,780
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$176,560

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.Ranch
CountyGASTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.93
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.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 · 204 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.

E
Tryon Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.2 mi
M
John Chavis Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.3 mi
H
Cherryville High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.8 mi

District: Gaston County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28016These 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.93
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.74

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.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.8%
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.14,586
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.343 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$54,966
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$69,176
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°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

229 Whitesides 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 93% of homes in Bessemer City 28016
  • Costs more per square foot than 84% of homes in Bessemer City 28016
  • Bigger than 83% of homes in Bessemer City 28016
  • Has a bigger lot than 82% of homes in Gaston County

What homes are worth in Bessemer City 28016

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

This home
$84K$586K

This home is worth more than 93% of homes in Bessemer City 28016.

How it measures up in Bessemer City 28016

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bessemer City 28016.

Estimated value$440,294
CheaperTypical $238,486Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$225
CheaperTypical $173Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Living area1,958 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,371 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 83% of homes nearby

Lot size0.93 ac
SmallerTypical 0.57 acBigger

Bigger than 68% of homes nearby

Year built1980
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 52% of homes nearby

How 229 Whitesides Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBessemer City 28016Gaston County
Estimated valuepricier than$440,29493% of homes80% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22584% of homes78% of homes
Living areabigger than1,958 ft²83% of homes69% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.93 ac68% of homes82% of homes
Year builtnewer than198052% of homes47% of homes

About 229 Whitesides Rd

How much is 229 Whitesides Rd, Bessemer City, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 229 Whitesides Rd, Bessemer City, NC is $440,294 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $412,906 to $467,682. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 229 Whitesides Rd, Bessemer City, NC last sell?

229 Whitesides Rd, Bessemer City, NC last sold on Jul 8, 2013 for $135,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 229 Whitesides Rd, Bessemer City, NC?

229 Whitesides Rd, Bessemer City, NC has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,958 square feet of living space and a 0.93-acre lot.

When was 229 Whitesides Rd, Bessemer City, NC built?

229 Whitesides Rd, Bessemer City, NC was built in 1980, making it 46 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 229 Whitesides Rd, Bessemer City, NC?

229 Whitesides Rd, Bessemer City, NC is assigned to Tryon Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; John Chavis Middle School (middle), rated C+; Cherryville High School (high), rated C+. All sit in Gaston County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 229 Whitesides Rd, Bessemer City, NC compare to other homes in Bessemer City 28016?

Among the 5,138 homes in Bessemer City 28016, it is worth more than 93% of them ($440,294 against a typical $238,486), its price per square foot is higher than 84% of them ($225 against a typical $173), it is bigger than 83% of them (1,958 ft² against a typical 1,371 ft²), its lot is bigger than 68% of them (0.93 ac against a typical 0.57 ac) and it is newer than 52% of them (1980 against a typical 1978). 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 229 Whitesides Rd, Bessemer City, NC?

The 2026 property tax bill for 229 Whitesides Rd, Bessemer City, NC was $2,400. The county assessed it at $336,110.

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