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$49,334$60 / 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 66How 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 $42,000 on Mar 18, 2024

856 RICH AVE

WINSTON SALEM, NC 27101
2
Beds
1
Baths
822 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.
0.12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1938
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$49K
$33K low$66K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$42,000 · Mar 18, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$379 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$66,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$12,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$54,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$27,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$66,500

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.42
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.
87
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
85
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
35
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
CountyForsyth
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.12
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Masonry (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
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
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 · 140 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.

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

M
Winston-Salem Preparatory AcademyF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.3 mi
E
Petree Elementary SchoolF
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.8 mi
H
Carver High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.2 mi

District: Forsyth County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 27101These 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.153
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.56

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.20%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.23,737
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,840 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$48,212
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$68,518
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.58°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

856 Rich Ave 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Winston Salem 27101
  • Costs less per square foot than 98% of homes in Forsyth County
  • Smaller than 97% of homes in Forsyth County
  • Has a smaller lot than 94% of homes in Reynoldstown
  • Older than 92% of homes in Forsyth County

What homes are worth in Winston Salem 27101

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

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$57K$749K

This home is worth less than almost all homes in Winston Salem 27101.

How it measures up in Winston Salem 27101

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Winston Salem 27101.

Estimated value$49,334
CheaperTypical $208,697Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$60
CheaperTypical $143Pricier

Pricier than 5% of homes nearby

Living area822 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,378 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 6% of homes nearby

Lot size0.12 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Year built1938
OlderTypical 1956Newer

Newer than 29% of homes nearby

How 856 Rich Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeReynoldstownWinston Salem 27101Forsyth County
Estimated valuepricier than$49,3344% of homesalmost no homesalmost no homes
Price per ft²pricier than$6014% of homes5% of homes2% of homes
Living areabigger than822 ft²16% of homes6% of homes3% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.12 ac6% of homes11% of homes10% of homes
Year builtnewer than193830% of homes29% of homes8% of homes

About 856 Rich Ave

How much is 856 Rich Ave, Winston Salem, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 856 Rich Ave, Winston Salem, NC is $49,334 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $32,603 to $66,065. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 856 Rich Ave, Winston Salem, NC last sell?

856 Rich Ave, Winston Salem, NC last sold on Mar 18, 2024 for $42,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 856 Rich Ave, Winston Salem, NC?

856 Rich Ave, Winston Salem, NC has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 822 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 856 Rich Ave, Winston Salem, NC built?

856 Rich Ave, Winston Salem, NC was built in 1938, making it 88 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 856 Rich Ave, Winston Salem, NC?

856 Rich Ave, Winston Salem, NC is assigned to Winston-Salem Preparatory Academy (middle), rated F; Petree Elementary School (elementary), rated F; Carver High School (high), rated F. All sit in Forsyth County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 856 Rich Ave, Winston Salem, NC compare to other homes in Winston Salem 27101?

Among the 6,097 homes in Winston Salem 27101, it is worth more than almost none of them ($49,334 against a typical $208,697), its price per square foot is higher than 5% of them ($60 against a typical $143), it is bigger than 6% of them (822 ft² against a typical 1,378 ft²), its lot is bigger than 11% of them (0.12 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 29% of them (1938 against a typical 1956). Measured against all of Forsyth County, it is worth more than almost no 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 856 Rich Ave, Winston Salem, NC?

The 2024 property tax bill for 856 Rich Ave, Winston Salem, NC was $379. The county assessed it at $66,500.

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