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$472,253$170 / 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 $325,000 on Feb 16, 2021

488 ESSEN PL

KERNERSVILLE, NC 27284
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,780 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.
0.77 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1982
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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

$472K
$418K low$526K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$325,000 · Feb 16, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,758 (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.$445,900 (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.$365,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$445,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$445,900

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.0.77
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
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.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.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 240 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.

M
East Forsyth Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi
E
Cash Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.1 mi
H
East Forsyth High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 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

488 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 87% of homes in Forsyth County
  • Bigger than 87% of homes in Forsyth County
  • Has a bigger lot than 80% of homes in Forsyth County
  • Older than 65% of homes in Kernersville 27284

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 84% 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$472,253
CheaperTypical $319,707Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$170
CheaperTypical $175Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Living area2,780 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,854 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 84% of homes nearby

Lot size0.77 ac
SmallerTypical 0.47 acBigger

Bigger than 71% of homes nearby

Year built1982
OlderTypical 1994Newer

Newer than 35% of homes nearby

How 488 Essen Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeKernersville 27284Forsyth County
Estimated valuepricier than$472,25384% of homes87% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17045% of homes52% of homes
Living areabigger than2,780 ft²84% of homes87% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.77 ac71% of homes80% of homes
Year builtnewer than198235% of homes50% of homes

About 488 Essen Pl

How much is 488 Essen Pl, Kernersville, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 488 Essen Pl, Kernersville, NC is $472,253 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $418,211 to $526,295. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 488 Essen Pl, Kernersville, NC last sell?

488 Essen Pl, Kernersville, NC last sold on Feb 16, 2021 for $325,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 488 Essen Pl, Kernersville, NC?

488 Essen Pl, Kernersville, NC has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,780 square feet of living space and a 0.77-acre lot.

When was 488 Essen Pl, Kernersville, NC built?

488 Essen Pl, Kernersville, NC was built in 1982, making it 44 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 488 Essen Pl, Kernersville, NC?

488 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 488 Essen Pl, Kernersville, NC compare to other homes in Kernersville 27284?

Among the 22,011 homes in Kernersville 27284, it is worth more than 84% of them ($472,253 against a typical $319,707), its price per square foot is higher than 45% of them ($170 against a typical $175), it is bigger than 84% of them (2,780 ft² against a typical 1,854 ft²), its lot is bigger than 71% of them (0.77 ac against a typical 0.47 ac) and it is newer than 35% of them (1982 against a typical 1994). Measured against all of Forsyth County, it is worth more than 87% 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 488 Essen Pl, Kernersville, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 488 Essen Pl, Kernersville, NC was $4,758. The county assessed it at $445,900.

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