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$338,852$168 / 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 $512 on May 3, 2021

3520 AMHERST DR

GASTONIA, NC 28056
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,018 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.
0.57 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1976
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$339K
$304K low$374K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$512 · May 3, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,404 (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.$318,440 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$30,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$288,440
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$318,440
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$203,120

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.Ranch
CountyGASTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.57
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Mixed (Not Specified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
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.Porch · 224 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.

E
Robinson Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.8 mi
H
Forestview High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.4 mi
M
Cramerton Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.7 mi

District: Gaston County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28056These 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.83
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.97
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.72

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.39,962
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.821 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$85,891
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$105,808
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 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

3520 Amherst 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 67% of homes in Gastonia 28056
  • Bigger than 71% of homes in Gaston County
  • Has a bigger lot than 69% of homes in Gaston County
  • Older than 74% of homes in Gastonia 28056

What homes are worth in Gastonia 28056

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

This home
$116K$811K

This home is worth more than 46% of homes in Gastonia 28056.

How it measures up in Gastonia 28056

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Gastonia 28056.

Estimated value$338,852
CheaperTypical $356,669Pricier

Pricier than 46% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$168
CheaperTypical $186Pricier

Pricier than 33% of homes nearby

Living area2,018 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,815 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 59% of homes nearby

Lot size0.57 ac
SmallerTypical 0.4 acBigger

Bigger than 68% of homes nearby

Year built1976
OlderTypical 1990Newer

Newer than 26% of homes nearby

How 3520 Amherst Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGastonia 28056Gaston County
Estimated valuepricier than$338,85246% of homes63% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16833% of homes39% of homes
Living areabigger than2,018 ft²59% of homes71% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.57 ac68% of homes69% of homes
Year builtnewer than197626% of homes43% of homes

About 3520 Amherst Dr

How much is 3520 Amherst Dr, Gastonia, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3520 Amherst Dr, Gastonia, NC is $338,852 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $303,811 to $373,893. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3520 Amherst Dr, Gastonia, NC last sell?

3520 Amherst Dr, Gastonia, NC last sold on May 3, 2021 for $512, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 3520 Amherst Dr, Gastonia, NC?

3520 Amherst Dr, Gastonia, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,018 square feet of living space and a 0.57-acre lot.

When was 3520 Amherst Dr, Gastonia, NC built?

3520 Amherst Dr, Gastonia, NC was built in 1976, making it 50 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 3520 Amherst Dr, Gastonia, NC?

3520 Amherst Dr, Gastonia, NC is assigned to Robinson Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Forestview High School (high), rated B-; Cramerton Middle School (middle), rated A+. All sit in Gaston County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3520 Amherst Dr, Gastonia, NC compare to other homes in Gastonia 28056?

Among the 13,869 homes in Gastonia 28056, it is worth more than 46% of them ($338,852 against a typical $356,669), its price per square foot is higher than 33% of them ($168 against a typical $186), it is bigger than 59% of them (2,018 ft² against a typical 1,815 ft²), its lot is bigger than 68% of them (0.57 ac against a typical 0.4 ac) and it is newer than 26% of them (1976 against a typical 1990). Measured against all of Gaston County, it is worth more than 63% 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 3520 Amherst Dr, Gastonia, NC?

The 2026 property tax bill for 3520 Amherst Dr, Gastonia, NC was $3,404. The county assessed it at $318,440.

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