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$380,642$193 / 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 $239,000 on Sep 9, 2019

521 FOREST LN

BELMONT, NC 28012
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,974 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.
0.35 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1981
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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

$381K
$340K low$421K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$239,000 · Sep 9, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,971 (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.$416,120 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$30,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$386,120
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$416,120
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$244,600

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.Contemporary
CountyGASTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.35
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
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 · 64 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.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

H
South Point High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi
E
Page Primary School
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.3 mi
M
Belmont Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.9 mi

District: Gaston County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28012These 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.88
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.75

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.33%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.8%
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.28,280
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.906 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$89,550
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$121,168
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°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.63%

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How this home compares

521 Forest Ln 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 72% of homes in Gaston County
  • Costs less per square foot than 77% of homes in Belmont 28012
  • Bigger than 70% of homes in Gaston County
  • Older than 65% of homes in Belmont 28012

What homes are worth in Belmont 28012

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

This home
$144K$1.4M

This home is worth more than 43% of homes in Belmont 28012.

How it measures up in Belmont 28012

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Belmont 28012.

Estimated value$380,642
CheaperTypical $418,889Pricier

Pricier than 43% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$193
CheaperTypical $230Pricier

Pricier than 23% of homes nearby

Living area1,974 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,842 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Lot size0.35 ac
SmallerTypical 0.33 acBigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Year built1981
OlderTypical 1999Newer

Newer than 35% of homes nearby

How 521 Forest Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBelmont 28012Gaston County
Estimated valuepricier than$380,64243% of homes72% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19323% of homes60% of homes
Living areabigger than1,974 ft²55% of homes70% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.35 ac55% of homes48% of homes
Year builtnewer than198135% of homes48% of homes

About 521 Forest Ln

How much is 521 Forest Ln, Belmont, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 521 Forest Ln, Belmont, NC is $380,642 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $340,319 to $420,965. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 521 Forest Ln, Belmont, NC last sell?

521 Forest Ln, Belmont, NC last sold on Sep 9, 2019 for $239,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 521 Forest Ln, Belmont, NC?

521 Forest Ln, Belmont, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,974 square feet of living space and a 0.35-acre lot.

When was 521 Forest Ln, Belmont, NC built?

521 Forest Ln, Belmont, NC was built in 1981, making it 45 years old. It is a contemporary home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 521 Forest Ln, Belmont, NC?

521 Forest Ln, Belmont, NC is assigned to South Point High School (high), rated A-; Page Primary School (elementary); Belmont Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Gaston County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 521 Forest Ln, Belmont, NC compare to other homes in Belmont 28012?

Among the 11,310 homes in Belmont 28012, it is worth more than 43% of them ($380,642 against a typical $418,889), its price per square foot is higher than 23% of them ($193 against a typical $230), it is bigger than 55% of them (1,974 ft² against a typical 1,842 ft²), its lot is bigger than 55% of them (0.35 ac against a typical 0.33 ac) and it is newer than 35% of them (1981 against a typical 1999). Measured against all of Gaston County, it is worth more than 72% 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 521 Forest Ln, Belmont, NC?

The 2026 property tax bill for 521 Forest Ln, Belmont, NC was $2,971. The county assessed it at $416,120.

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