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$867,330$331 / 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 91How 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 $309,000 on Sep 21, 2011

7226 FOREST RIDGE RD

MATTHEWS, NC 28104
4
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
2,620 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.
3.5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1992
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$867K
$785K low$950K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$309,000 · Sep 21, 2011

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,804 (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.$761,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$226,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$535,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$761,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$761,400

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.62
78
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
14
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
86
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
88
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
48
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.54 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.34%
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.1 percent flood zone

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.Ranch
CountyUnion
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.3.50
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Raised (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 556 ft²Patio · 556 ft²Porch · 510 ft²

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

E
Antioch Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.0 mi
M
Weddington Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.0 mi
H
Weddington High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.4 mi

District: Union County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28104These 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.51
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.36%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.3%
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.37,710
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,296 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$132,106
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$155,375
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°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

7226 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 more than 87% of homes in Union County
  • Costs more per square foot than 92% of homes in Union County
  • Bigger than 66% of homes in Union County
  • Has a bigger lot than 98% of homes in Matthews 28104
  • Older than 74% of homes in Matthews 28104

What homes are worth in Matthews 28104

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

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$233K$1.9M

This home is worth more than 75% of homes in Matthews 28104.

How it measures up in Matthews 28104

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Matthews 28104.

Estimated value$867,330
CheaperTypical $607,227Pricier

Pricier than 75% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$331
CheaperTypical $248Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Living area2,620 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,613 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Lot size3.5 ac
SmallerTypical 0.43 acBigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Year built1992
OlderTypical 2002Newer

Newer than 26% of homes nearby

How 7226 Forest Ridge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMatthews 28104Union County
Estimated valuepricier than$867,33075% of homes87% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$33188% of homes92% of homes
Living areabigger than2,620 ft²50% of homes66% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3.5 ac98% of homes89% of homes
Year builtnewer than199226% of homes31% of homes

About 7226 Forest Ridge Rd

How much is 7226 Forest Ridge Rd, Matthews, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 7226 Forest Ridge Rd, Matthews, NC is $867,330 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $785,087 to $949,573. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 7226 Forest Ridge Rd, Matthews, NC last sell?

7226 Forest Ridge Rd, Matthews, NC last sold on Sep 21, 2011 for $309,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 7226 Forest Ridge Rd, Matthews, NC?

7226 Forest Ridge Rd, Matthews, NC has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,620 square feet of living space and a 3.50-acre lot.

When was 7226 Forest Ridge Rd, Matthews, NC built?

7226 Forest Ridge Rd, Matthews, NC was built in 1992, making it 34 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 7226 Forest Ridge Rd, Matthews, NC?

7226 Forest Ridge Rd, Matthews, NC is assigned to Antioch Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Weddington Middle School (middle), rated A+; Weddington High School (high), rated A. All sit in Union County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 7226 Forest Ridge Rd, Matthews, NC compare to other homes in Matthews 28104?

Among the 13,279 homes in Matthews 28104, it is worth more than 75% of them ($867,330 against a typical $607,227), its price per square foot is higher than 88% of them ($331 against a typical $248), it is bigger than 50% of them (2,620 ft² against a typical 2,613 ft²), its lot is bigger than 98% of them (3.5 ac against a typical 0.43 ac) and it is newer than 26% of them (1992 against a typical 2002). Measured against all of Union County, it is worth more than 87% 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 7226 Forest Ridge Rd, Matthews, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 7226 Forest Ridge Rd, Matthews, NC was $3,804. The county assessed it at $761,400.

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