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$349,979$297 / 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 90How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $125,000 on Sep 24, 2004

497 PINE FOREST CT

VALE, NC 28168
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,180 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.
1.01 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2000
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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.

Valuation

$350K
$317K low$383K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$125,000 · Sep 24, 2004

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,646 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$253,485 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$33,075
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$220,410
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$253,485
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$253,485

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
CountyLINCOLN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.01
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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

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
North Brook Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.0 mi
H
West Lincoln High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.7 mi
M
West Lincoln Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.9 mi

District: Lincoln County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28168These 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.137
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.73

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.92%
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.10%
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.11,252
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.127 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$65,785
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$76,478
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.50 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.62%

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How this home compares

497 Pine Forest Ct 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 71% of homes in Vale 28168
  • Costs more per square foot than 91% of homes in Vale 28168
  • Smaller than 79% of homes in Lincoln County
  • Has a smaller lot than 70% of homes in Vale 28168
  • Newer than 74% of homes in Vale 28168

What homes are worth in Vale 28168

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

This home
$34K$745K

This home is worth more than 71% of homes in Vale 28168.

How it measures up in Vale 28168

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Vale 28168.

Estimated value$349,979
CheaperTypical $259,607Pricier

Pricier than 71% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$297
CheaperTypical $180Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Living area1,180 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,476 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Lot size1.01 ac
SmallerTypical 1.83 acBigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Year built2000
OlderTypical 1988Newer

Newer than 74% of homes nearby

How 497 Pine Forest Ct ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeVale 28168Lincoln County
Estimated valuepricier than$349,97971% of homes40% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$29791% of homes83% of homes
Living areabigger than1,180 ft²26% of homes21% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.01 ac30% of homes66% of homes
Year builtnewer than200074% of homes59% of homes

About 497 Pine Forest Ct

How much is 497 Pine Forest Ct, Vale, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 497 Pine Forest Ct, Vale, NC is $349,979 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $316,632 to $383,326. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 497 Pine Forest Ct, Vale, NC last sell?

497 Pine Forest Ct, Vale, NC last sold on Sep 24, 2004 for $125,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 497 Pine Forest Ct, Vale, NC?

497 Pine Forest Ct, Vale, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,180 square feet of living space and a 1.01-acre lot.

When was 497 Pine Forest Ct, Vale, NC built?

497 Pine Forest Ct, Vale, NC was built in 2000, making it 26 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 497 Pine Forest Ct, Vale, NC?

497 Pine Forest Ct, Vale, NC is assigned to North Brook Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; West Lincoln High School (high), rated B-; West Lincoln Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Lincoln County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 497 Pine Forest Ct, Vale, NC compare to other homes in Vale 28168?

Among the 4,661 homes in Vale 28168, it is worth more than 71% of them ($349,979 against a typical $259,607), its price per square foot is higher than 91% of them ($297 against a typical $180), it is bigger than 26% of them (1,180 ft² against a typical 1,476 ft²), its lot is bigger than 30% of them (1.01 ac against a typical 1.83 ac) and it is newer than 74% of them (2000 against a typical 1988). Measured against all of Lincoln County, it is worth more than 40% 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 497 Pine Forest Ct, Vale, NC?

The 2026 property tax bill for 497 Pine Forest Ct, Vale, NC was $1,646. The county assessed it at $253,485.

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