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$397,196$186 / 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 60How 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 $65,000 on Mar 19, 2012

4685 PRESERVATION FOREST LN

EFLAND, NC 27243
3
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
2,132 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.
4.37 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2012
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$397K
$237K low$558K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$65,000 · Mar 19, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,366 (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.$596,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$189,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$407,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$387,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$596,900

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.46 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

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.Conventional
CountyOrange
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.2017
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.4.37
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Masonry (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
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

Transaction History(3)

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
Gravelly Hill Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.9 mi
E
Grady A. Brown Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 3.9 mi
H
Cedar Ridge High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.0 mi

District: Orange County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27243These 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.88
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.104
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.45

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.4,853
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.123 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$82,858
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$118,440
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°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.60%

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How this home compares

4685 Preservation Forest Ln 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 66% of homes in Orange County
  • Costs less per square foot than 87% of homes in Orange County
  • Bigger than 73% of homes in Efland 27243
  • Has a bigger lot than 87% of homes in Orange County
  • Newer than 87% of homes in Efland 27243

What homes are worth in Efland 27243

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

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$80K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 56% of homes in Efland 27243.

How it measures up in Efland 27243

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Efland 27243.

Estimated value$397,196
CheaperTypical $366,082Pricier

Pricier than 56% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$186
CheaperTypical $237Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Living area2,132 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,680 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Lot size4.37 ac
SmallerTypical 2.26 acBigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Year built2012
OlderTypical 1997Newer

Newer than 87% of homes nearby

How 4685 Preservation Forest Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEfland 27243Orange County
Estimated valuepricier than$397,19656% of homes34% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18625% of homes13% of homes
Living areabigger than2,132 ft²73% of homes58% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4.37 ac67% of homes87% of homes
Year builtnewer than201287% of homes87% of homes

About 4685 Preservation Forest Ln

How much is 4685 Preservation Forest Ln, Efland, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4685 Preservation Forest Ln, Efland, NC is $397,196 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $236,736 to $557,656. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4685 Preservation Forest Ln, Efland, NC last sell?

4685 Preservation Forest Ln, Efland, NC last sold on Mar 19, 2012 for $65,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 4685 Preservation Forest Ln, Efland, NC?

4685 Preservation Forest Ln, Efland, NC has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,132 square feet of living space and a 4.37-acre lot.

When was 4685 Preservation Forest Ln, Efland, NC built?

4685 Preservation Forest Ln, Efland, NC was built in 2012, making it 14 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 4685 Preservation Forest Ln, Efland, NC?

4685 Preservation Forest Ln, Efland, NC is assigned to Gravelly Hill Middle School (middle), rated B+; Grady A. Brown Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Cedar Ridge High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Orange County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 4685 Preservation Forest Ln, Efland, NC compare to other homes in Efland 27243?

Among the 1,911 homes in Efland 27243, it is worth more than 56% of them ($397,196 against a typical $366,082), its price per square foot is higher than 25% of them ($186 against a typical $237), it is bigger than 73% of them (2,132 ft² against a typical 1,680 ft²), its lot is bigger than 67% of them (4.37 ac against a typical 2.26 ac) and it is newer than 87% of them (2012 against a typical 1997). Measured against all of Orange County, it is worth more than 34% 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 4685 Preservation Forest Ln, Efland, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 4685 Preservation Forest Ln, Efland, NC was $4,366. The county assessed it at $596,900.

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