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$1,413,785$379 / 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 88How 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 $668,000 on Sep 26, 2003

2540 FOREST DR

WINSTON SALEM, NC 27104
4
Beds
5 / 2
Baths
3,730 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.
0.46 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1941
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.4M
$1.2M low$1.6M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$668,000 · Sep 26, 2003

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,237 (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.$928,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$285,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$643,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$928,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$928,800

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.44
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
10
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
86
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
91
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
35
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
CountyForsyth
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.46
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Masonry (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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.Patio · 48 ft²Porch · 396 ft²Security alarm

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
Whitaker Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.3 mi
H
R J Reynolds High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi
M
Wiley Magnet Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi

District: Forsyth County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27104These 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.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.59

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.31%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.0%
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.30,557
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,441 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$89,287
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$122,948
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.58°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.60%

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How this home compares

2540 Forest Dr 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Forsyth County
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Forsyth County
  • Bigger than 96% of homes in Forsyth County
  • Older than 91% of homes in Winston Salem 27104

What homes are worth in Winston Salem 27104

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

This home
$109K$1.7M

This home is worth more than 97% of homes in Winston Salem 27104.

How it measures up in Winston Salem 27104

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Winston Salem 27104.

Estimated value$1,413,785
CheaperTypical $361,794Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$379
CheaperTypical $195Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Living area3,730 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,914 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 89% of homes nearby

Lot size0.46 ac
SmallerTypical 0.38 acBigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Year built1941
OlderTypical 1973Newer

Newer than 9% of homes nearby

How 2540 Forest Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBuena VistaWinston Salem 27104Forsyth County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,413,78590% of homes97% of homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$37990% of homes97% of homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than3,730 ft²73% of homes89% of homes96% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.46 ac58% of homes63% of homes59% of homes
Year builtnewer than194126% of homes9% of homes10% of homes

About 2540 Forest Dr

How much is 2540 Forest Dr, Winston Salem, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2540 Forest Dr, Winston Salem, NC is $1,413,785 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,247,827 to $1,579,743. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2540 Forest Dr, Winston Salem, NC last sell?

2540 Forest Dr, Winston Salem, NC last sold on Sep 26, 2003 for $668,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 2540 Forest Dr, Winston Salem, NC?

2540 Forest Dr, Winston Salem, NC has 4 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 3,730 square feet of living space and a 0.46-acre lot.

When was 2540 Forest Dr, Winston Salem, NC built?

2540 Forest Dr, Winston Salem, NC was built in 1941, making it 85 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 2540 Forest Dr, Winston Salem, NC?

2540 Forest Dr, Winston Salem, NC is assigned to Whitaker Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; R J Reynolds High School (high), rated C-; Wiley Magnet Middle School (middle), rated D. All sit in Forsyth County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 2540 Forest Dr, Winston Salem, NC compare to other homes in Winston Salem 27104?

Among the 10,789 homes in Winston Salem 27104, it is worth more than 97% of them ($1,413,785 against a typical $361,794), its price per square foot is higher than 97% of them ($379 against a typical $195), it is bigger than 89% of them (3,730 ft² against a typical 1,914 ft²), its lot is bigger than 63% of them (0.46 ac against a typical 0.38 ac) and it is newer than 9% of them (1941 against a typical 1973). Measured against all of Forsyth County, it is worth more than almost all 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 2540 Forest Dr, Winston Salem, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 2540 Forest Dr, Winston Salem, NC was $10,237. The county assessed it at $928,800.

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