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$160,908$184 / 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 76How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $5,000 on Apr 4, 1975

540 FORREST ST

HIGH POINT, NC 27262
3
Beds
1
Baths
875 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.
1957
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$161K
$123K low$199K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$5,000 · Apr 4, 1975

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$677 (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.$49,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$10,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$39,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$71,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$49,100

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.39
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
4
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
89
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
79
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
25
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
CountyGuilford
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.1984
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.18
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Concrete
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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

M
Ferndale Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.0 mi
H
High Point Central High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi
E
Northwood Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.9 mi

District: Guilford County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27262These 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.112
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.54

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.91%
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.16%
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.28,120
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,118 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$63,149
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$84,365
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°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.60%

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How this home compares

540 Forrest 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 82% of homes in Guilford County
  • Costs more per square foot than 85% of homes in High Point 27262
  • Smaller than 94% of homes in Guilford County
  • Has a smaller lot than 76% of homes in Guilford County
  • Older than 79% of homes in Guilford County

What homes are worth in High Point 27262

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

This home
$70K$836K

This home is worth more than 38% of homes in High Point 27262.

How it measures up in High Point 27262

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in High Point 27262.

Estimated value$160,908
CheaperTypical $209,110Pricier

Pricier than 38% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$184
CheaperTypical $135Pricier

Pricier than 85% of homes nearby

Living area875 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,505 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Year built1957
OlderTypical 1956Newer

Newer than 52% of homes nearby

How 540 Forrest St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHigh Point 27262Guilford County
Estimated valuepricier than$160,90838% of homes18% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18485% of homes67% of homes
Living areabigger than875 ft²11% of homes6% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac31% of homes24% of homes
Year builtnewer than195752% of homes21% of homes

About 540 Forrest St

How much is 540 Forrest St, High Point, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 540 Forrest St, High Point, NC is $160,908 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $122,543 to $199,273. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 540 Forrest St, High Point, NC last sell?

540 Forrest St, High Point, NC last sold on Apr 4, 1975 for $5,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 540 Forrest St, High Point, NC?

540 Forrest St, High Point, NC has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 875 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 540 Forrest St, High Point, NC built?

540 Forrest St, High Point, NC was built in 1957, making it 69 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 540 Forrest St, High Point, NC?

540 Forrest St, High Point, NC is assigned to Ferndale Middle School (middle), rated B+; High Point Central High School (high), rated C; Northwood Elementary School (elementary), rated B-. All sit in Guilford County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 540 Forrest St, High Point, NC compare to other homes in High Point 27262?

Among the 9,083 homes in High Point 27262, it is worth more than 38% of them ($160,908 against a typical $209,110), its price per square foot is higher than 85% of them ($184 against a typical $135), it is bigger than 11% of them (875 ft² against a typical 1,505 ft²), its lot is bigger than 31% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 52% of them (1957 against a typical 1956). Measured against all of Guilford County, it is worth more than 18% 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 540 Forrest St, High Point, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 540 Forrest St, High Point, NC was $677. The county assessed it at $49,100.

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