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$443,543$216 / 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 89How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $450,000 on Mar 15, 2024

277 FOREST RD

MARION, NC 28752
4
Beds
4
Baths
2,051 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.
2.38 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1979
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$444K
$394K low$493K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$450,000 · Mar 15, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,309 (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.$386,130 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$60,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$326,130
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$386,130

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.23 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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyMCDOWELL
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.2.38
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asbestos
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(7)

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
Marion Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.6 mi
H
McDowell High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi
M
West Mcdowell Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.6 mi

District: McDowell County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28752These 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.107
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 100.96

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.86%
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.18%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.29,388
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.113 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$54,300
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$69,432
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.51 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

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How this home compares

277 Forest 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 90% of homes in Marion 28752
  • Costs more per square foot than 77% of homes in Marion 28752
  • Bigger than 86% of homes in Marion 28752
  • Has a bigger lot than 72% of homes in Marion 28752

What homes are worth in Marion 28752

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

This home
$27K$697K

This home is worth more than 90% of homes in Marion 28752.

How it measures up in Marion 28752

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Marion 28752.

Estimated value$443,543
CheaperTypical $190,000Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$216
CheaperTypical $154Pricier

Pricier than 77% of homes nearby

Living area2,051 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,354 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 86% of homes nearby

Lot size2.38 ac
SmallerTypical 1.03 acBigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Year built1979
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 59% of homes nearby

How 277 Forest Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMarion 28752McDowell County
Estimated valuepricier than$443,54390% of homes84% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21677% of homes69% of homes
Living areabigger than2,051 ft²86% of homes85% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.38 ac72% of homes67% of homes
Year builtnewer than197959% of homes51% of homes

About 277 Forest Rd

How much is 277 Forest Rd, Marion, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 277 Forest Rd, Marion, NC is $443,543 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $393,656 to $493,430. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 277 Forest Rd, Marion, NC last sell?

277 Forest Rd, Marion, NC last sold on Mar 15, 2024 for $450,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 277 Forest Rd, Marion, NC?

277 Forest Rd, Marion, NC has 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 2,051 square feet of living space and a 2.38-acre lot.

When was 277 Forest Rd, Marion, NC built?

277 Forest Rd, Marion, NC was built in 1979, making it 47 years old. It is a ranch home.

What schools serve 277 Forest Rd, Marion, NC?

277 Forest Rd, Marion, NC is assigned to Marion Elementary School (elementary), rated C; McDowell High School (high), rated D; West Mcdowell Middle School (middle), rated D+. All sit in McDowell County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 277 Forest Rd, Marion, NC compare to other homes in Marion 28752?

Among the 12,218 homes in Marion 28752, it is worth more than 90% of them ($443,543 against a typical $190,000), its price per square foot is higher than 77% of them ($216 against a typical $154), it is bigger than 86% of them (2,051 ft² against a typical 1,354 ft²), its lot is bigger than 72% of them (2.38 ac against a typical 1.03 ac) and it is newer than 59% of them (1979 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of McDowell County, it is worth more than 84% 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 277 Forest Rd, Marion, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 277 Forest Rd, Marion, NC was $2,309. The county assessed it at $386,130.

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