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$559,167
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 95How 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 $875,000 on Apr 24, 2025

852 LAKEFOREST DR

BELMONT, NC 28012
0
Baths
0.88 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.

Valuation

$559K
$530K low$589K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$875,000 · Apr 24, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,140 (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.$392,800 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$392,800

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.47
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
8
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.
81
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.10 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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
CountyGASTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.88
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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.

E
New Hope Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 4.6 mi
H
South Point High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.0 mi
M
Cramerton Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.5 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

852 Lakeforest Dr 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 90% of homes in Gaston County
  • Has a bigger lot than 88% 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
$148K$1.4M

This home is worth more than 69% 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$559,167
CheaperTypical $444,321Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Lot size0.88 ac
SmallerTypical 0.33 acBigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

How 852 Lakeforest Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBelmont 28012Gaston County
Estimated valuepricier than$559,16769% of homes90% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.88 ac88% of homes81% of homes

About 852 Lakeforest Dr

How much is 852 Lakeforest Dr, Belmont, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 852 Lakeforest Dr, Belmont, NC is $559,167 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $529,683 to $588,651. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 852 Lakeforest Dr, Belmont, NC last sell?

852 Lakeforest Dr, Belmont, NC last sold on Apr 24, 2025 for $875,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

What schools serve 852 Lakeforest Dr, Belmont, NC?

852 Lakeforest Dr, Belmont, NC is assigned to New Hope Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; South Point High School (high), rated A-; Cramerton Middle School (middle), rated A+. All sit in Gaston County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 852 Lakeforest Dr, Belmont, NC compare to other homes in Belmont 28012?

Among the 11,310 homes in Belmont 28012, it is worth more than 69% of them ($559,167 against a typical $444,321) and its lot is bigger than 88% of them (0.88 ac against a typical 0.33 ac). Measured against all of Gaston County, it is worth more than 90% 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 852 Lakeforest Dr, Belmont, NC?

The 2026 property tax bill for 852 Lakeforest Dr, Belmont, NC was $4,140. The county assessed it at $392,800.

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