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$434,250$199 / 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 90How 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
Last sold for $11,500 on May 26, 1995

344 N AMES ST

MATTHEWS, NC 28105
3
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
2,183 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.
0.54 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1995
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$434K
$393K low$476K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$11,500 · May 26, 1995

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,942 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$392,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$131,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$261,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$392,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$392,500

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyMecklenburg
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.54
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.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.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.Porch · 242 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
Matthews Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
M
Crestdale Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.6 mi
H
David W. Butler High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.7 mi

District: Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28105These 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.54
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 100.79

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.38%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.47,608
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,106 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$101,613
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$117,303
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%

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How this home compares

344 N Ames 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 more than 74% of homes in Downtown Matthews
  • Costs less per square foot than 86% of homes in Downtown Matthews
  • Bigger than 80% of homes in Downtown Matthews
  • Has a bigger lot than 81% of homes in Mecklenburg County
  • Older than 75% of homes in Downtown Matthews

What homes are worth in Matthews 28105

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

This home
$237K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 32% of homes in Matthews 28105.

How it measures up in Matthews 28105

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Matthews 28105.

Estimated value$434,250
CheaperTypical $505,649Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$199
CheaperTypical $236Pricier

Pricier than 19% of homes nearby

Living area2,183 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,169 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Lot size0.54 ac
SmallerTypical 0.33 acBigger

Bigger than 79% of homes nearby

Year built1995
OlderTypical 1994Newer

Newer than 53% of homes nearby

How 344 N Ames St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDowntown MatthewsMatthews 28105Mecklenburg County
Estimated valuepricier than$434,25074% of homes32% of homes52% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19914% of homes19% of homes30% of homes
Living areabigger than2,183 ft²80% of homes50% of homes62% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.54 ac80% of homes79% of homes81% of homes
Year builtnewer than199525% of homes53% of homes48% of homes

About 344 N Ames St

How much is 344 N Ames St, Matthews, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 344 N Ames St, Matthews, NC is $434,250 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $392,534 to $475,966. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 344 N Ames St, Matthews, NC last sell?

344 N Ames St, Matthews, NC last sold on May 26, 1995 for $11,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 344 N Ames St, Matthews, NC?

344 N Ames St, Matthews, NC has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,183 square feet of living space and a 0.54-acre lot.

When was 344 N Ames St, Matthews, NC built?

344 N Ames St, Matthews, NC was built in 1995, making it 31 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 344 N Ames St, Matthews, NC?

344 N Ames St, Matthews, NC is assigned to Matthews Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Crestdale Middle School (middle), rated A-; David W. Butler High School (high), rated B. All sit in Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 344 N Ames St, Matthews, NC compare to other homes in Matthews 28105?

Among the 14,204 homes in Matthews 28105, it is worth more than 32% of them ($434,250 against a typical $505,649), its price per square foot is higher than 19% of them ($199 against a typical $236), it is bigger than 50% of them (2,183 ft² against a typical 2,169 ft²), its lot is bigger than 79% of them (0.54 ac against a typical 0.33 ac) and it is newer than 53% of them (1995 against a typical 1994). Measured against all of Mecklenburg County, it is worth more than 52% 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 344 N Ames St, Matthews, NC?

The 2024 property tax bill for 344 N Ames St, Matthews, NC was $2,942. The county assessed it at $392,500.

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