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$289,735$235 / 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 93How 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 $216,000 on Jun 29, 2020

502 FOREST RIDGE RD

GARNER, NC 27529
2
Baths
1,232 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.
0.28 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1970
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

$290K
$268K low$311K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$216,000 · Jun 29, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,262 (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.$312,602 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$120,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$192,602
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$312,602
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$312,602

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.12
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
15
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
45
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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.minimal

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
CountyWake
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.2020
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.28
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Raised (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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.

H
Garner Magnet High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.3 mi
E
Vandora Springs Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.7 mi
M
North Garner Magnet Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi

District: Wake County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27529These 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.84
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.78
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.42

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.61,385
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,053 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$85,388
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$103,255
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°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.58%

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How this home compares

502 Forest Ridge Rd 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 87% of homes in Wake County
  • Costs more per square foot than 82% of homes in Garner 27529
  • Smaller than 90% of homes in Wake County
  • Older than 89% of homes in Wake County

What homes are worth in Garner 27529

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

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$185K$721K

This home is worth more than 18% of homes in Garner 27529.

How it measures up in Garner 27529

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Garner 27529.

Estimated value$289,735
CheaperTypical $384,945Pricier

Pricier than 18% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$235
CheaperTypical $195Pricier

Pricier than 82% of homes nearby

Living area1,232 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,949 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Lot size0.28 ac
SmallerTypical 0.35 acBigger

Bigger than 37% of homes nearby

Year built1970
OlderTypical 2001Newer

Newer than 13% of homes nearby

How 502 Forest Ridge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGarner 27529Wake County
Estimated valuepricier than$289,73518% of homes13% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23582% of homes54% of homes
Living areabigger than1,232 ft²11% of homes10% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.28 ac37% of homes59% of homes
Year builtnewer than197013% of homes11% of homes

About 502 Forest Ridge Rd

How much is 502 Forest Ridge Rd, Garner, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 502 Forest Ridge Rd, Garner, NC is $289,735 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $268,409 to $311,061. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 502 Forest Ridge Rd, Garner, NC last sell?

502 Forest Ridge Rd, Garner, NC last sold on Jun 29, 2020 for $216,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 502 Forest Ridge Rd, Garner, NC?

502 Forest Ridge Rd, Garner, NC has 2 bathrooms, 1,232 square feet of living space and a 0.28-acre lot.

When was 502 Forest Ridge Rd, Garner, NC built?

502 Forest Ridge Rd, Garner, NC was built in 1970, making it 56 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 502 Forest Ridge Rd, Garner, NC?

502 Forest Ridge Rd, Garner, NC is assigned to Garner Magnet High School (high), rated C+; Vandora Springs Elementary School (elementary), rated A; North Garner Magnet Middle School (middle), rated D+. All sit in Wake County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 502 Forest Ridge Rd, Garner, NC compare to other homes in Garner 27529?

Among the 20,239 homes in Garner 27529, it is worth more than 18% of them ($289,735 against a typical $384,945), its price per square foot is higher than 82% of them ($235 against a typical $195), it is bigger than 11% of them (1,232 ft² against a typical 1,949 ft²), its lot is bigger than 37% of them (0.28 ac against a typical 0.35 ac) and it is newer than 13% of them (1970 against a typical 2001). Measured against all of Wake County, it is worth more than 13% 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 502 Forest Ridge Rd, Garner, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 502 Forest Ridge Rd, Garner, NC was $3,262. The county assessed it at $312,602.

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