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$536,597$247 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $240,100 on Apr 30, 2018

459 FOREST HEIGHTS DR

MARION, NC 28752
3
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
2,176 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.
1.91 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1967
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$537K
$441K low$633K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$240,100 · Apr 30, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,406 (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.$235,180 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$40,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$195,180
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$235,180
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$235,180

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
CountyMcDowell
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.1975
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.91
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(10)

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
East Mcdowell Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 mi
E
Marion Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.3 mi
H
McDowell High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.3 mi

District: McDowell County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28752These 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.107
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.96

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.86%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
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.29,388
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.113 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$54,300
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$69,432
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.51 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

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How this home compares

459 Forest Heights 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 94% of homes in Marion 28752
  • Costs more per square foot than 85% of homes in Marion 28752
  • Bigger than 89% of homes in Marion 28752
  • Has a bigger lot than 67% of homes in Marion 28752

What homes are worth in Marion 28752

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

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$28K$708K

This home is worth more than 94% of homes in Marion 28752.

How it measures up in Marion 28752

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Marion 28752.

Estimated value$536,597
CheaperTypical $190,103Pricier

Pricier than 94% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$247
CheaperTypical $153Pricier

Pricier than 85% of homes nearby

Living area2,176 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,360 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 89% of homes nearby

Lot size1.91 ac
SmallerTypical 1.01 acBigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Year built1967
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 44% of homes nearby

How 459 Forest Heights Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMarion 28752McDowell County
Estimated valuepricier than$536,59794% of homes89% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24785% of homes76% of homes
Living areabigger than2,176 ft²89% of homes88% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.91 ac67% of homes61% of homes
Year builtnewer than196744% of homes37% of homes

About 459 Forest Heights Dr

How much is 459 Forest Heights Dr, Marion, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 459 Forest Heights Dr, Marion, NC is $536,597 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $440,670 to $632,524. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 459 Forest Heights Dr, Marion, NC last sell?

459 Forest Heights Dr, Marion, NC last sold on Apr 30, 2018 for $240,100, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 459 Forest Heights Dr, Marion, NC?

459 Forest Heights Dr, Marion, NC has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,176 square feet of living space and a 1.91-acre lot.

When was 459 Forest Heights Dr, Marion, NC built?

459 Forest Heights Dr, Marion, NC was built in 1967, making it 59 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 459 Forest Heights Dr, Marion, NC?

459 Forest Heights Dr, Marion, NC is assigned to East Mcdowell Middle School (middle), rated B-; Marion Elementary School (elementary), rated C; McDowell High School (high), rated D. All sit in McDowell County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 459 Forest Heights Dr, Marion, NC compare to other homes in Marion 28752?

Among the 12,218 homes in Marion 28752, it is worth more than 94% of them ($536,597 against a typical $190,103), its price per square foot is higher than 85% of them ($247 against a typical $153), it is bigger than 89% of them (2,176 ft² against a typical 1,360 ft²), its lot is bigger than 67% of them (1.91 ac against a typical 1.01 ac) and it is newer than 44% of them (1967 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of McDowell County, it is worth more than 89% 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 459 Forest Heights Dr, Marion, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 459 Forest Heights Dr, Marion, NC was $1,406. The county assessed it at $235,180.

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