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$305,415$145 / 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 93How 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 $300,000 on Sep 14, 2026

2530 RUFUS RATCHFORD RD

GASTONIA, NC 28056
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,113 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.
4.04 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2016
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
11
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$305K
$284K low$327K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$300,000 · Sep 14, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,724 (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.$241,500 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$55,840
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$185,660
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$241,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$136,570

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.Custom Design
CountyGASTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.4.04
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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 · 1,040 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.

H
Forestview High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.9 mi
E
W. A. Bess Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.0 mi
M
Cramerton Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.8 mi

District: Gaston County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28056These 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.83
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.97
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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.39,962
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.821 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$85,891
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$105,808
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

2530 Rufus Ratchford 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 87% of homes in Gastonia 28056
  • Bigger than 75% of homes in Gaston County
  • Has a bigger lot than 97% of homes in Gastonia 28056
  • Newer than 84% of homes in Gaston County

What homes are worth in Gastonia 28056

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

This home
$116K$773K

This home is worth more than 38% of homes in Gastonia 28056.

How it measures up in Gastonia 28056

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Gastonia 28056.

Estimated value$305,415
CheaperTypical $355,005Pricier

Pricier than 38% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$145
CheaperTypical $187Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Living area2,113 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,800 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Lot size4.04 ac
SmallerTypical 0.4 acBigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Year built2016
OlderTypical 1990Newer

Newer than 83% of homes nearby

How 2530 Rufus Ratchford Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGastonia 28056Gaston County
Estimated valuepricier than$305,41538% of homes54% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14513% of homes23% of homes
Living areabigger than2,113 ft²63% of homes75% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4.04 ac97% of homes97% of homes
Year builtnewer than201683% of homes84% of homes

About 2530 Rufus Ratchford Rd

How much is 2530 Rufus Ratchford Rd, Gastonia, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2530 Rufus Ratchford Rd, Gastonia, NC is $305,415 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $284,179 to $326,651. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2530 Rufus Ratchford Rd, Gastonia, NC last sell?

2530 Rufus Ratchford Rd, Gastonia, NC last sold on Sep 14, 2026 for $300,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 2530 Rufus Ratchford Rd, Gastonia, NC?

2530 Rufus Ratchford Rd, Gastonia, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,113 square feet of living space and a 4.04-acre lot.

When was 2530 Rufus Ratchford Rd, Gastonia, NC built?

2530 Rufus Ratchford Rd, Gastonia, NC was built in 2016, making it 10 years old. It is a custom design home.

What schools serve 2530 Rufus Ratchford Rd, Gastonia, NC?

2530 Rufus Ratchford Rd, Gastonia, NC is assigned to Forestview High School (high), rated C-; W. A. Bess Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Cramerton Middle School (middle), rated A+. All sit in Gaston County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 2530 Rufus Ratchford Rd, Gastonia, NC compare to other homes in Gastonia 28056?

Among the 13,868 homes in Gastonia 28056, it is worth more than 38% of them ($305,415 against a typical $355,005), its price per square foot is higher than 13% of them ($145 against a typical $187), it is bigger than 63% of them (2,113 ft² against a typical 1,800 ft²), its lot is bigger than 97% of them (4.04 ac against a typical 0.4 ac) and it is newer than 83% of them (2016 against a typical 1990). Measured against all of Gaston County, it is worth more than 54% 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 2530 Rufus Ratchford Rd, Gastonia, NC?

The 2026 property tax bill for 2530 Rufus Ratchford Rd, Gastonia, NC was $1,724. The county assessed it at $241,500.

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