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$517,062$129 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $221,500 on Oct 15, 2004

476 ESSEN PL

KERNERSVILLE, NC 27284
8
Beds
5 / 2
Baths
4,012 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.
0.79 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1983
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
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

$517K
$458K low$576K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$221,500 · Oct 15, 2004

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,573 (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.$429,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$80,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$349,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$275,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$429,500

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.42
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
12
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
88
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
77
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
35
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
CountyFORSYTH
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.79
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
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.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 400 ft²Patio · 168 ft²Porch · 162 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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 Forsyth Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.0 mi
E
Cash Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.2 mi
H
East Forsyth High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi

District: Forsyth County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27284These 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.92
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.52

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.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.4%
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.60,021
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.762 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$80,171
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$96,308
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.58°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.60%

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How this home compares

476 Essen Pl 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 90% of homes in Forsyth County
  • Costs less per square foot than 87% of homes in Kernersville 27284
  • Bigger than 97% of homes in Kernersville 27284
  • Has a bigger lot than 80% of homes in Forsyth County

What homes are worth in Kernersville 27284

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

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$111K$778K

This home is worth more than 89% of homes in Kernersville 27284.

How it measures up in Kernersville 27284

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Kernersville 27284.

Estimated value$517,062
CheaperTypical $319,707Pricier

Pricier than 89% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$129
CheaperTypical $175Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Living area4,012 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,854 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Lot size0.79 ac
SmallerTypical 0.47 acBigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Year built1983
OlderTypical 1994Newer

Newer than 36% of homes nearby

How 476 Essen Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeKernersville 27284Forsyth County
Estimated valuepricier than$517,06289% of homes90% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12913% of homes23% of homes
Living areabigger than4,012 ft²97% of homes97% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.79 ac72% of homes80% of homes
Year builtnewer than198336% of homes52% of homes

About 476 Essen Pl

How much is 476 Essen Pl, Kernersville, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 476 Essen Pl, Kernersville, NC is $517,062 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $457,812 to $576,312. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 476 Essen Pl, Kernersville, NC last sell?

476 Essen Pl, Kernersville, NC last sold on Oct 15, 2004 for $221,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 476 Essen Pl, Kernersville, NC?

476 Essen Pl, Kernersville, NC has 8 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 4,012 square feet of living space and a 0.79-acre lot.

When was 476 Essen Pl, Kernersville, NC built?

476 Essen Pl, Kernersville, NC was built in 1983, making it 43 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 476 Essen Pl, Kernersville, NC?

476 Essen Pl, Kernersville, NC is assigned to East Forsyth Middle School (middle), rated F; Cash Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; East Forsyth High School (high), rated D+. All sit in Forsyth County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 476 Essen Pl, Kernersville, NC compare to other homes in Kernersville 27284?

Among the 22,011 homes in Kernersville 27284, it is worth more than 89% of them ($517,062 against a typical $319,707), its price per square foot is higher than 13% of them ($129 against a typical $175), it is bigger than 97% of them (4,012 ft² against a typical 1,854 ft²), its lot is bigger than 72% of them (0.79 ac against a typical 0.47 ac) and it is newer than 36% of them (1983 against a typical 1994). Measured against all of Forsyth County, it is worth more than 90% 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 476 Essen Pl, Kernersville, NC?

The 2024 property tax bill for 476 Essen Pl, Kernersville, NC was $3,573. The county assessed it at $429,500.

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