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$285,296$229 / 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 91How 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 $133,500 on Jul 10, 2007

290 FOREST AVE

FRANKLIN, NC 28734
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,248 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.
0.43 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1903
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.
Pre-foreclosure (NOD)A foreclosure notice on this home is currently active. Many are worked out before any auction happens.
A foreclosure-related notice has been recorded for this property.

Valuation

$285K
$259K low$312K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$133,500 · Jul 10, 2007

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$874 (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.$221,790 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$43,090
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$178,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$221,790
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$221,790

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.11
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
22
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. 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.Conventional
CountyMACON
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.1989
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.43
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.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.Deck · 304 ft²Patio · 304 ft²Porch · 380 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.

Foreclosure Filings(2)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

H
Franklin High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 mi
E
East Franklin Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 1.0 mi
M
Macon Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.2 mi

District: Macon County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28734These 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.105
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.91
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.114

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.73%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.31,080
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.101 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$50,933
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$69,402
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.64 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

290 Forest Ave 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.

  • Has a smaller lot than 87% of homes in Franklin 28734
  • Among the oldest homes in Franklin 28734

What homes are worth in Franklin 28734

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

This home
$109K$861K

This home is worth more than 48% of homes in Franklin 28734.

How it measures up in Franklin 28734

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Franklin 28734.

Estimated value$285,296
CheaperTypical $290,658Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$229
CheaperTypical $220Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Living area1,248 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,302 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 46% of homes nearby

Lot size0.43 ac
SmallerTypical 1.12 acBigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Year built1903
OlderTypical 1984Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 290 Forest Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFranklin 28734Macon County
Estimated valuepricier than$285,29648% of homes36% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22955% of homes40% of homes
Living areabigger than1,248 ft²46% of homes41% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.43 ac13% of homes15% of homes
Year builtnewer than1903almost no homesalmost no homes

About 290 Forest Ave

How much is 290 Forest Ave, Franklin, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 290 Forest Ave, Franklin, NC is $285,296 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $258,898 to $311,694. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 290 Forest Ave, Franklin, NC last sell?

290 Forest Ave, Franklin, NC last sold on Jul 10, 2007 for $133,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 290 Forest Ave, Franklin, NC?

290 Forest Ave, Franklin, NC has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,248 square feet of living space and a 0.43-acre lot.

When was 290 Forest Ave, Franklin, NC built?

290 Forest Ave, Franklin, NC was built in 1903, making it 123 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 290 Forest Ave, Franklin, NC?

290 Forest Ave, Franklin, NC is assigned to Franklin High School (high), rated C; East Franklin Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Macon Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Macon County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 290 Forest Ave, Franklin, NC compare to other homes in Franklin 28734?

Among the 15,851 homes in Franklin 28734, it is worth more than 48% of them ($285,296 against a typical $290,658), its price per square foot is higher than 55% of them ($229 against a typical $220), it is bigger than 46% of them (1,248 ft² against a typical 1,302 ft²), its lot is bigger than 13% of them (0.43 ac against a typical 1.12 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1903 against a typical 1984). Measured against all of Macon County, it is worth more than 36% 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 290 Forest Ave, Franklin, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 290 Forest Ave, Franklin, NC was $874. The county assessed it at $221,790.

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