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$266,133$179 / 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 86How 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 $240,000 on Dec 31, 2025

256 FOREST HILL DR

DENTON, NC 27239
3
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,488 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.
1986
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$266K
$229K low$304K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$240,000 · Dec 31, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$601 (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.$95,270 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$95,270
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$95,270

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.13 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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
CountyDavidson
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.1990
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.46
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Footing
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Baseboard
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 63 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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
Denton Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.6 mi
M
South Davidson Middle School
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.2 mi
H
South Davidson High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.2 mi

District: Davidson County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27239These 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.128
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.57

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.87%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.10.0%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
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.9,498
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.61 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$58,804
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$72,278
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 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

256 Forest Hill 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 92% of homes in Davidson County
  • Smaller than 78% of homes in Davidson County
  • Has a smaller lot than 88% of homes in Denton 27239

What homes are worth in Denton 27239

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

This home
$79K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 47% of homes in Denton 27239.

How it measures up in Denton 27239

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Denton 27239.

Estimated value$266,133
CheaperTypical $276,326Pricier

Pricier than 47% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$179
CheaperTypical $137Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Living area1,488 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,899 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Lot size0.46 ac
SmallerTypical 1.97 acBigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Year built1986
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 52% of homes nearby

How 256 Forest Hill Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDenton 27239Davidson County
Estimated valuepricier than$266,13347% of homes53% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17970% of homes92% of homes
Living areabigger than1,488 ft²30% of homes22% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.46 ac12% of homes31% of homes
Year builtnewer than198652% of homes52% of homes

About 256 Forest Hill Dr

How much is 256 Forest Hill Dr, Denton, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 256 Forest Hill Dr, Denton, NC is $266,133 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $228,748 to $303,518. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 256 Forest Hill Dr, Denton, NC last sell?

256 Forest Hill Dr, Denton, NC last sold on Dec 31, 2025 for $240,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 256 Forest Hill Dr, Denton, NC?

256 Forest Hill Dr, Denton, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,488 square feet of living space and a 0.46-acre lot.

When was 256 Forest Hill Dr, Denton, NC built?

256 Forest Hill Dr, Denton, NC was built in 1986, making it 40 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 256 Forest Hill Dr, Denton, NC?

256 Forest Hill Dr, Denton, NC is assigned to Denton Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; South Davidson Middle School (middle); South Davidson High School (high), rated C. All sit in Davidson County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 256 Forest Hill Dr, Denton, NC compare to other homes in Denton 27239?

Among the 4,342 homes in Denton 27239, it is worth more than 47% of them ($266,133 against a typical $276,326), its price per square foot is higher than 70% of them ($179 against a typical $137), it is bigger than 30% of them (1,488 ft² against a typical 1,899 ft²), its lot is bigger than 12% of them (0.46 ac against a typical 1.97 ac) and it is newer than 52% of them (1986 against a typical 1985). Measured against all of Davidson County, it is worth more than 53% 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 256 Forest Hill Dr, Denton, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 256 Forest Hill Dr, Denton, NC was $601. The county assessed it at $95,270.

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