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$185,089$99 / 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 82How 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

309 FOREST DR

LA GRANGE, NC 28551
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,864 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.
0.46 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1965
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$185K
$153K low$218K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,252 (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.$224,499 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$29,398
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$195,101
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$125,838
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$224,499

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.7 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
CountyLENOIR
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.1995
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.46
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
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.Patio · 266 ft²Porch · 120 ft²

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

E
La Grange Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.3 mi
M
E B Frink Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.4 mi
H
North Lenoir High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.4 mi

District: Lenoir County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28551These 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.101
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.42

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.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
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.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.14,879
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.111 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$53,064
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$71,066
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.62°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.50 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

309 Forest Dr 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 66% of homes in Lenoir County
  • Costs less per square foot than 65% of homes in La Grange 28551
  • Bigger than 70% of homes in Lenoir County
  • Has a smaller lot than 68% of homes in La Grange 28551
  • Older than 76% of homes in La Grange 28551

What homes are worth in La Grange 28551

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

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$23K$470K

This home is worth more than 54% of homes in La Grange 28551.

How it measures up in La Grange 28551

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in La Grange 28551.

Estimated value$185,089
CheaperTypical $173,533Pricier

Pricier than 54% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$99
CheaperTypical $115Pricier

Pricier than 35% of homes nearby

Living area1,864 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,630 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Lot size0.46 ac
SmallerTypical 0.56 acBigger

Bigger than 32% of homes nearby

Year built1965
OlderTypical 1991Newer

Newer than 24% of homes nearby

How 309 Forest Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLa Grange 28551Lenoir County
Estimated valuepricier than$185,08954% of homes66% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$9935% of homes54% of homes
Living areabigger than1,864 ft²66% of homes70% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.46 ac32% of homes48% of homes
Year builtnewer than196524% of homes40% of homes

About 309 Forest Dr

How much is 309 Forest Dr, La Grange, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 309 Forest Dr, La Grange, NC is $185,089 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $152,568 to $217,610. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 309 Forest Dr, La Grange, NC last sell?

309 Forest Dr, La Grange, NC last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 309 Forest Dr, La Grange, NC?

309 Forest Dr, La Grange, NC has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,864 square feet of living space and a 0.46-acre lot.

When was 309 Forest Dr, La Grange, NC built?

309 Forest Dr, La Grange, NC was built in 1965, making it 61 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 309 Forest Dr, La Grange, NC?

309 Forest Dr, La Grange, NC is assigned to La Grange Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; E B Frink Middle School (middle), rated C-; North Lenoir High School (high), rated D. All sit in Lenoir County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 309 Forest Dr, La Grange, NC compare to other homes in La Grange 28551?

Among the 5,452 homes in La Grange 28551, it is worth more than 54% of them ($185,089 against a typical $173,533), its price per square foot is higher than 35% of them ($99 against a typical $115), it is bigger than 66% of them (1,864 ft² against a typical 1,630 ft²), its lot is bigger than 32% of them (0.46 ac against a typical 0.56 ac) and it is newer than 24% of them (1965 against a typical 1991). Measured against all of Lenoir County, it is worth more than 66% 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 309 Forest Dr, La Grange, NC?

The 2026 property tax bill for 309 Forest Dr, La Grange, NC was $2,252. The county assessed it at $224,499.

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