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$162,529$140 / 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 78How 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 $55,000 on Jul 10, 2017

309 N RANSOM ST

GASTONIA, NC 28052
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,158 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.
0.24 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1953
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.

Valuation

$163K
$127K low$199K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$55,000 · Jul 10, 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.$162,529
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$130,023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,255 (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.$114,810 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$12,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$102,810
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$117,420

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.Bungalow
CountyGaston
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.24
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Footing
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
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.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.Porch · 133 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.

M
Grier Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.6 mi
H
Ashbrook High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.4 mi
E
Bessemer City Primary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 4.9 mi

District: Gaston County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28052These 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.132
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.71

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
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.37,740
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.923 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$48,809
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$60,781
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°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.63%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
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

309 N Ransom St 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 less than 86% of homes in Gaston County
  • Costs less per square foot than 80% of homes in Gaston County
  • Smaller than 76% of homes in Gaston County
  • Has a smaller lot than 74% of homes in Gaston County
  • Older than 80% of homes in Gaston County

What homes are worth in Gastonia 28052

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

This home
$73K$450K

This home is worth more than 34% of homes in Gastonia 28052.

How it measures up in Gastonia 28052

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Gastonia 28052.

Estimated value$162,529
CheaperTypical $200,066Pricier

Pricier than 34% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$140
CheaperTypical $155Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Living area1,158 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,245 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 40% of homes nearby

Lot size0.24 ac
SmallerTypical 0.31 acBigger

Bigger than 32% of homes nearby

Year built1953
OlderTypical 1963Newer

Newer than 35% of homes nearby

How 309 N Ransom St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGastonia 28052Gaston County
Estimated valuepricier than$162,52934% of homes14% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14036% of homes20% of homes
Living areabigger than1,158 ft²40% of homes24% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.24 ac32% of homes26% of homes
Year builtnewer than195335% of homes20% of homes

About 309 N Ransom St

How much is 309 N Ransom St, Gastonia, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 309 N Ransom St, Gastonia, NC is $162,529 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $126,528 to $198,530. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 309 N Ransom St, Gastonia, NC last sell?

309 N Ransom St, Gastonia, NC last sold on Jul 10, 2017 for $55,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 309 N Ransom St, Gastonia, NC?

309 N Ransom St, Gastonia, NC has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,158 square feet of living space and a 0.24-acre lot.

When was 309 N Ransom St, Gastonia, NC built?

309 N Ransom St, Gastonia, NC was built in 1953, making it 73 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 309 N Ransom St, Gastonia, NC?

309 N Ransom St, Gastonia, NC is assigned to Grier Middle School (middle), rated D; Ashbrook High School (high), rated D+; Bessemer City Primary School (elementary). All sit in Gaston County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 309 N Ransom St, Gastonia, NC compare to other homes in Gastonia 28052?

Among the 12,612 homes in Gastonia 28052, it is worth more than 34% of them ($162,529 against a typical $200,066), its price per square foot is higher than 36% of them ($140 against a typical $155), it is bigger than 40% of them (1,158 ft² against a typical 1,245 ft²), its lot is bigger than 32% of them (0.24 ac against a typical 0.31 ac) and it is newer than 35% of them (1953 against a typical 1963). Measured against all of Gaston County, it is worth more than 14% 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 N Ransom St, Gastonia, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 309 N Ransom St, Gastonia, NC was $1,255. The county assessed it at $114,810.

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