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$852,517$208 / 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 89How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $376,500 on Aug 1, 2005

438 RANELAGH DR

WAXHAW, NC 28173
4
Beds
4 / 1
Baths
4,100 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.
0.91 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2005
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$853K
$763K low$942K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$376,500 · Aug 1, 2005

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,020 (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.$825,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$156,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$668,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$825,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$825,200

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.36 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.34%
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.Rural Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyUnion
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.91
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
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.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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.Garage, Attached
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 168 ft²Patio · 168 ft²Porch · 124 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
Wesley Chapel Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.1 mi
H
Weddington High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.4 mi
M
Weddington Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.4 mi

District: Union County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28173These 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.52
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.91
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.86

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.97%
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.3.1%
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.72,370
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.662 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$146,876
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$179,252
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.61°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 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

438 Ranelagh 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 86% of homes in Union County
  • Costs less per square foot than 81% of homes in Waxhaw 28173
  • Bigger than 93% of homes in Union County
  • Has a bigger lot than 70% of homes in Waxhaw 28173
  • Newer than 65% of homes in Union County

What homes are worth in Waxhaw 28173

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

This home
$217K$2.1M

This home is worth more than 66% of homes in Waxhaw 28173.

How it measures up in Waxhaw 28173

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Waxhaw 28173.

Estimated value$852,517
CheaperTypical $724,708Pricier

Pricier than 66% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$208
CheaperTypical $250Pricier

Pricier than 19% of homes nearby

Living area4,100 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,006 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Lot size0.91 ac
SmallerTypical 0.48 acBigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Year built2005
OlderTypical 2005Newer

Newer than 53% of homes nearby

How 438 Ranelagh Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWaxhaw 28173Union County
Estimated valuepricier than$852,51766% of homes86% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20819% of homes38% of homes
Living areabigger than4,100 ft²81% of homes93% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.91 ac70% of homes65% of homes
Year builtnewer than200553% of homes65% of homes

About 438 Ranelagh Dr

How much is 438 Ranelagh Dr, Waxhaw, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 438 Ranelagh Dr, Waxhaw, NC is $852,517 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $762,910 to $942,124. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 438 Ranelagh Dr, Waxhaw, NC last sell?

438 Ranelagh Dr, Waxhaw, NC last sold on Aug 1, 2005 for $376,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 438 Ranelagh Dr, Waxhaw, NC?

438 Ranelagh Dr, Waxhaw, NC has 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 4,100 square feet of living space and a 0.91-acre lot.

When was 438 Ranelagh Dr, Waxhaw, NC built?

438 Ranelagh Dr, Waxhaw, NC was built in 2005, making it 21 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 438 Ranelagh Dr, Waxhaw, NC?

438 Ranelagh Dr, Waxhaw, NC is assigned to Wesley Chapel Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Weddington High School (high), rated A; Weddington Middle School (middle), rated A+. All sit in Union County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 438 Ranelagh Dr, Waxhaw, NC compare to other homes in Waxhaw 28173?

Among the 22,353 homes in Waxhaw 28173, it is worth more than 66% of them ($852,517 against a typical $724,708), its price per square foot is higher than 19% of them ($208 against a typical $250), it is bigger than 81% of them (4,100 ft² against a typical 3,006 ft²), its lot is bigger than 70% of them (0.91 ac against a typical 0.48 ac) and it is newer than 53% of them (2005 against a typical 2005). Measured against all of Union 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 438 Ranelagh Dr, Waxhaw, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 438 Ranelagh Dr, Waxhaw, NC was $4,020. The county assessed it at $825,200.

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