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$258,155$246 / 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

2621 RUFUS RATCHFORD RD

GASTONIA, NC 28056
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,050 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.
1.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1971
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$258K
$228K low$288K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,020 (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.$142,890 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$29,770
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$113,120
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$143,510
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$94,610

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.15
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
11
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
63
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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
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.1.13
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Electric
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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 · 3.1 mi
E
W. A. Bess Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.1 mi
M
Cramerton Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.9 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

2621 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.

  • Worth less than 77% of homes in Gastonia 28056
  • Costs more per square foot than 89% of homes in Gastonia 28056
  • Smaller than 92% of homes in Gastonia 28056
  • Has a bigger lot than 87% of homes in Gastonia 28056
  • Older than 82% of homes in Gastonia 28056

What homes are worth in Gastonia 28056

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

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$116K$773K

This home is worth more than 23% 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$258,155
CheaperTypical $355,005Pricier

Pricier than 23% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$246
CheaperTypical $187Pricier

Pricier than 89% of homes nearby

Living area1,050 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,800 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 8% of homes nearby

Lot size1.13 ac
SmallerTypical 0.4 acBigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Year built1971
OlderTypical 1990Newer

Newer than 18% of homes nearby

How 2621 Rufus Ratchford Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGastonia 28056Gaston County
Estimated valuepricier than$258,15523% of homes39% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24689% of homes87% of homes
Living areabigger than1,050 ft²8% of homes16% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.13 ac87% of homes86% of homes
Year builtnewer than197118% of homes38% of homes

About 2621 Rufus Ratchford Rd

How much is 2621 Rufus Ratchford Rd, Gastonia, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2621 Rufus Ratchford Rd, Gastonia, NC is $258,155 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $228,454 to $287,856. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2621 Rufus Ratchford Rd, Gastonia, NC last sell?

2621 Rufus Ratchford Rd, Gastonia, NC last sold on Aug 29, 1959, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 2621 Rufus Ratchford Rd, Gastonia, NC?

2621 Rufus Ratchford Rd, Gastonia, NC has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,050 square feet of living space and a 1.13-acre lot.

When was 2621 Rufus Ratchford Rd, Gastonia, NC built?

2621 Rufus Ratchford Rd, Gastonia, NC was built in 1971, making it 55 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 2621 Rufus Ratchford Rd, Gastonia, NC?

2621 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 2621 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 23% of them ($258,155 against a typical $355,005), its price per square foot is higher than 89% of them ($246 against a typical $187), it is bigger than 8% of them (1,050 ft² against a typical 1,800 ft²), its lot is bigger than 87% of them (1.13 ac against a typical 0.4 ac) and it is newer than 18% of them (1971 against a typical 1990). Measured against all of Gaston County, it is worth more than 39% 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 2621 Rufus Ratchford Rd, Gastonia, NC?

The 2026 property tax bill for 2621 Rufus Ratchford Rd, Gastonia, NC was $1,020. The county assessed it at $142,890.

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