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$517,190$194 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $255,000 on Mar 3, 2017

298 FOREST HILLS CIR

RUTHERFORDTON, NC 28139
3
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
2,664 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.
1.7 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1966
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$517K
$454K low$580K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$255,000 · Mar 3, 2017
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$275,690
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$220,552
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.47%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$241,500
STATE EMPLOYEES CU · recorded Jan 11, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,658 (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.$374,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$41,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$333,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$374,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$374,800

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residential
CountyRutherford
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.1970
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.70
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Block (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Fan Cooling
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.Mixed
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 620 ft²Porch · 394 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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
Rutherfordton Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.4 mi
M
R-S Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.8 mi
H
R-S Central High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.3 mi

District: Rutherford County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28139These 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.106
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.85

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.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
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.20,062
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.112 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$57,546
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$76,393
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.53 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

298 Forest Hills Cir 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 86% of homes in Rutherfordton 28139
  • Bigger than 95% of homes in Rutherford County
  • Older than 68% of homes in Rutherfordton 28139

What homes are worth in Rutherfordton 28139

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

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$67K$848K

This home is worth more than 86% of homes in Rutherfordton 28139.

How it measures up in Rutherfordton 28139

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rutherfordton 28139.

Estimated value$517,190
CheaperTypical $289,049Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$194
CheaperTypical $179Pricier

Pricier than 58% of homes nearby

Living area2,664 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,536 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Lot size1.7 ac
SmallerTypical 1.8 acBigger

Bigger than 49% of homes nearby

Year built1966
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 32% of homes nearby

How 298 Forest Hills Cir ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRutherfordton 28139Rutherford County
Estimated valuepricier than$517,19086% of homes86% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19458% of homes63% of homes
Living areabigger than2,664 ft²92% of homes95% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.7 ac49% of homes63% of homes
Year builtnewer than196632% of homes37% of homes

About 298 Forest Hills Cir

How much is 298 Forest Hills Cir, Rutherfordton, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 298 Forest Hills Cir, Rutherfordton, NC is $517,190 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $454,096 to $580,284. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 298 Forest Hills Cir, Rutherfordton, NC last sell?

298 Forest Hills Cir, Rutherfordton, NC last sold on Mar 3, 2017 for $255,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 298 Forest Hills Cir, Rutherfordton, NC?

298 Forest Hills Cir, Rutherfordton, NC has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,664 square feet of living space and a 1.70-acre lot.

When was 298 Forest Hills Cir, Rutherfordton, NC built?

298 Forest Hills Cir, Rutherfordton, NC was built in 1966, making it 60 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 298 Forest Hills Cir, Rutherfordton, NC?

298 Forest Hills Cir, Rutherfordton, NC is assigned to Rutherfordton Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; R-S Middle School (middle), rated C-; R-S Central High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Rutherford County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 298 Forest Hills Cir, Rutherfordton, NC compare to other homes in Rutherfordton 28139?

Among the 7,472 homes in Rutherfordton 28139, it is worth more than 86% of them ($517,190 against a typical $289,049), its price per square foot is higher than 58% of them ($194 against a typical $179), it is bigger than 92% of them (2,664 ft² against a typical 1,536 ft²), its lot is bigger than 49% of them (1.7 ac against a typical 1.8 ac) and it is newer than 32% of them (1966 against a typical 1985). Measured against all of Rutherford County, it is worth more than 86% 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 298 Forest Hills Cir, Rutherfordton, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 298 Forest Hills Cir, Rutherfordton, NC was $3,658. The county assessed it at $374,800.

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