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$450,960$160 / 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 92How 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 $432,500 on Nov 8, 2022

285 FOREST MEADOW LN

FRANKLINTON, NC 27525
5
Beds
3
Baths
2,812 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.
0.44 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2022
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$451K
$414K low$487K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$432,500 · Nov 8, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,606 (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.$412,690 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$52,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$360,190
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$412,690
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$412,690

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.
21
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
81
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
85
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
33
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.Colonial
CountyFranklin
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.44
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Attached, Finished
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 196 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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
Franklinton High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi
M
Cedar Creek Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.5 mi
E
Franklinton Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.7 mi

District: Franklin County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27525These 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.117
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.82
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.37

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.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.3%
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.18,280
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.205 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$68,762
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$84,682
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°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.58%

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How this home compares

285 Forest Meadow Ln 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 79% of homes in Franklinton 27525
  • Costs less per square foot than 73% of homes in Franklinton 27525
  • Bigger than 89% of homes in Franklinton 27525
  • Has a smaller lot than 76% of homes in Franklin County
  • Newer than 93% of homes in Franklin County

What homes are worth in Franklinton 27525

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

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$131K$744K

This home is worth more than 79% of homes in Franklinton 27525.

How it measures up in Franklinton 27525

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Franklinton 27525.

Estimated value$450,960
CheaperTypical $359,014Pricier

Pricier than 79% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$160
CheaperTypical $189Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Living area2,812 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,731 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 89% of homes nearby

Lot size0.44 ac
SmallerTypical 0.92 acBigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Year built2022
OlderTypical 2005Newer

Newer than 92% of homes nearby

How 285 Forest Meadow Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFranklinton 27525Franklin County
Estimated valuepricier than$450,96079% of homes73% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16027% of homes28% of homes
Living areabigger than2,812 ft²89% of homes86% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.44 ac30% of homes24% of homes
Year builtnewer than202292% of homes93% of homes

About 285 Forest Meadow Ln

How much is 285 Forest Meadow Ln, Franklinton, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 285 Forest Meadow Ln, Franklinton, NC is $450,960 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $414,481 to $487,439. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 285 Forest Meadow Ln, Franklinton, NC last sell?

285 Forest Meadow Ln, Franklinton, NC last sold on Nov 8, 2022 for $432,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 285 Forest Meadow Ln, Franklinton, NC?

285 Forest Meadow Ln, Franklinton, NC has 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,812 square feet of living space and a 0.44-acre lot.

When was 285 Forest Meadow Ln, Franklinton, NC built?

285 Forest Meadow Ln, Franklinton, NC was built in 2022, making it 4 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 285 Forest Meadow Ln, Franklinton, NC?

285 Forest Meadow Ln, Franklinton, NC is assigned to Franklinton High School (high), rated B-; Cedar Creek Middle School (middle), rated C+; Franklinton Elementary School (elementary), rated C-. All sit in Franklin County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 285 Forest Meadow Ln, Franklinton, NC compare to other homes in Franklinton 27525?

Among the 7,757 homes in Franklinton 27525, it is worth more than 79% of them ($450,960 against a typical $359,014), its price per square foot is higher than 27% of them ($160 against a typical $189), it is bigger than 89% of them (2,812 ft² against a typical 1,731 ft²), its lot is bigger than 30% of them (0.44 ac against a typical 0.92 ac) and it is newer than 92% of them (2022 against a typical 2005). Measured against all of Franklin County, it is worth more than 73% 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 285 Forest Meadow Ln, Franklinton, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 285 Forest Meadow Ln, Franklinton, NC was $2,606. The county assessed it at $412,690.

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