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$135,896$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 73How 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 $85,000 on Nov 4, 2021

502 S 12TH ST

BESSEMER CITY, NC 28016
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,050 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.
0.34 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1940
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$136K
$100K low$172K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$85,000 · Nov 4, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,017 (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.$88,500 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$13,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$75,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$88,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$50,440

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.Bungalow
CountyGASTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.34
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 204 ft²

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.

M
Bessemer City Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.0 mi
H
Bessemer City High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi
E
Bessemer City Primary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 1.5 mi

District: Gaston County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28016These 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.116
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.93
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.74

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.9.8%
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.14,586
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.343 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$54,966
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$69,176
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.63%

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How this home compares

502 S 12th St 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 91% of homes in Gaston County
  • Costs less per square foot than 85% of homes in Gaston County
  • Smaller than 84% of homes in Gaston County
  • Has a smaller lot than 72% of homes in Bessemer City 28016
  • Older than 88% of homes in Bessemer City 28016

What homes are worth in Bessemer City 28016

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

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$88K$614K

This home is worth more than 12% of homes in Bessemer City 28016.

How it measures up in Bessemer City 28016

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bessemer City 28016.

Estimated value$135,896
CheaperTypical $237,594Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$129
CheaperTypical $172Pricier

Pricier than 19% of homes nearby

Living area1,050 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,377 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Lot size0.34 ac
SmallerTypical 0.57 acBigger

Bigger than 28% of homes nearby

Year built1940
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 12% of homes nearby

How 502 S 12th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBessemer City 28016Gaston County
Estimated valuepricier than$135,89612% of homes9% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12919% of homes15% of homes
Living areabigger than1,050 ft²20% of homes16% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.34 ac28% of homes43% of homes
Year builtnewer than194012% of homes13% of homes

About 502 S 12th St

How much is 502 S 12th St, Bessemer City, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 502 S 12th St, Bessemer City, NC is $135,896 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $99,827 to $171,965. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 502 S 12th St, Bessemer City, NC last sell?

502 S 12th St, Bessemer City, NC last sold on Nov 4, 2021 for $85,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 502 S 12th St, Bessemer City, NC?

502 S 12th St, Bessemer City, NC has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,050 square feet of living space and a 0.34-acre lot.

When was 502 S 12th St, Bessemer City, NC built?

502 S 12th St, Bessemer City, NC was built in 1940, making it 86 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 502 S 12th St, Bessemer City, NC?

502 S 12th St, Bessemer City, NC is assigned to Bessemer City Middle School (middle), rated D+; Bessemer City High School (high), rated D; Bessemer City Primary School (elementary). All sit in Gaston County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 502 S 12th St, Bessemer City, NC compare to other homes in Bessemer City 28016?

Among the 5,140 homes in Bessemer City 28016, it is worth more than 12% of them ($135,896 against a typical $237,594), its price per square foot is higher than 19% of them ($129 against a typical $172), it is bigger than 20% of them (1,050 ft² against a typical 1,377 ft²), its lot is bigger than 28% of them (0.34 ac against a typical 0.57 ac) and it is newer than 12% of them (1940 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Gaston County, it is worth more than 9% 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 S 12th St, Bessemer City, NC?

The 2026 property tax bill for 502 S 12th St, Bessemer City, NC was $1,017. The county assessed it at $88,500.

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