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$299,537$172 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $300,000 on Jul 2, 2026

512 S 12TH ST

BESSEMER CITY, NC 28016
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,740 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.
0.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1910
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$300K
$266K low$333K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$300,000 · Jul 2, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,918 (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.$253,970 (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.$240,470
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$248,980

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.49
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
10
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
87
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
87
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
63
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
CountyGASTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.18
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(3)

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 SchoolC-
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

512 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 more than 75% of homes in Bessemer City 28016
  • Bigger than 73% of homes in Bessemer City 28016
  • Has a smaller lot than 89% of homes in Bessemer City 28016
  • Older than 97% 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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$83K$600K

This home is worth more than 75% 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$299,537
CheaperTypical $230,196Pricier

Pricier than 75% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$172
CheaperTypical $170Pricier

Pricier than 52% of homes nearby

Living area1,740 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,376 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.58 acBigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Year built1910
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 3% of homes nearby

How 512 S 12th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBessemer City 28016Gaston County
Estimated valuepricier than$299,53775% of homes53% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17252% of homes45% of homes
Living areabigger than1,740 ft²73% of homes60% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac11% of homes17% of homes
Year builtnewer than19103% of homes3% of homes

About 512 S 12th St

How much is 512 S 12th St, Bessemer City, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 512 S 12th St, Bessemer City, NC is $299,537 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $266,292 to $332,782. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 512 S 12th St, Bessemer City, NC last sell?

512 S 12th St, Bessemer City, NC last sold on Jul 2, 2026 for $300,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 512 S 12th St, Bessemer City, NC?

512 S 12th St, Bessemer City, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,740 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 512 S 12th St, Bessemer City, NC built?

512 S 12th St, Bessemer City, NC was built in 1910, making it 116 years old. It is a conventional home.

What schools serve 512 S 12th St, Bessemer City, NC?

512 S 12th St, Bessemer City, NC is assigned to Bessemer City Middle School (middle), rated C-; 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 512 S 12th St, Bessemer City, NC compare to other homes in Bessemer City 28016?

Among the 5,137 homes in Bessemer City 28016, it is worth more than 75% of them ($299,537 against a typical $230,196), its price per square foot is higher than 52% of them ($172 against a typical $170), it is bigger than 73% of them (1,740 ft² against a typical 1,376 ft²), its lot is bigger than 11% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 0.58 ac) and it is newer than 3% of them (1910 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Gaston County, it is worth more than 53% 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 512 S 12th St, Bessemer City, NC?

The 2026 property tax bill for 512 S 12th St, Bessemer City, NC was $2,918. The county assessed it at $253,970.

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