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$456,145$234 / 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 92How 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 $350,000 on May 31, 2023

9052 FOREST DR SW

SUNSET BEACH, NC 28468
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,946 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.
0.48 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1997
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$456K
$419K low$494K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$350,000 · May 31, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,927 (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.$344,010 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$55,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$289,010
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$344,010
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$344,010

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.50
13
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
45
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
78
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.
36
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.12 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.45%

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
CountyBRUNSWICK
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.2005
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.48
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.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
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

Transaction History(3)

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
Jessie Mae Monroe Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 4.8 mi
H
West Brunswick High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 10.6 mi
M
Shallotte Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 11.0 mi

District: Brunswick County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28468These 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.133
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 100.101

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.54%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.4%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.6,008
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.333 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$81,493
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$99,198
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.63°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.56 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

9052 Forest Dr Sw 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 67% of homes in Sunset Beach 28468
  • Has a bigger lot than 90% of homes in Sunset Beach 28468
  • Older than 70% of homes in Brunswick County

What homes are worth in Sunset Beach 28468

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

This home
$210K$2M

This home is worth more than 43% of homes in Sunset Beach 28468.

How it measures up in Sunset Beach 28468

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Sunset Beach 28468.

Estimated value$456,145
CheaperTypical $514,267Pricier

Pricier than 43% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$234
CheaperTypical $265Pricier

Pricier than 33% of homes nearby

Living area1,946 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,713 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Lot size0.48 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Year built1997
OlderTypical 2000Newer

Newer than 40% of homes nearby

How 9052 Forest Dr Sw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSunset Beach 28468Brunswick County
Estimated valuepricier than$456,14543% of homes49% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23433% of homes41% of homes
Living areabigger than1,946 ft²63% of homes61% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.48 ac90% of homes80% of homes
Year builtnewer than199740% of homes30% of homes

About 9052 Forest Dr Sw

How much is 9052 Forest Dr Sw, Sunset Beach, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 9052 Forest Dr Sw, Sunset Beach, NC is $456,145 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $418,752 to $493,538. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 9052 Forest Dr Sw, Sunset Beach, NC last sell?

9052 Forest Dr Sw, Sunset Beach, NC last sold on May 31, 2023 for $350,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 9052 Forest Dr Sw, Sunset Beach, NC?

9052 Forest Dr Sw, Sunset Beach, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,946 square feet of living space and a 0.48-acre lot.

When was 9052 Forest Dr Sw, Sunset Beach, NC built?

9052 Forest Dr Sw, Sunset Beach, NC was built in 1997, making it 29 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 9052 Forest Dr Sw, Sunset Beach, NC?

9052 Forest Dr Sw, Sunset Beach, NC is assigned to Jessie Mae Monroe Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; West Brunswick High School (high), rated C+; Shallotte Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in Brunswick County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 9052 Forest Dr Sw, Sunset Beach, NC compare to other homes in Sunset Beach 28468?

Among the 6,933 homes in Sunset Beach 28468, it is worth more than 43% of them ($456,145 against a typical $514,267), its price per square foot is higher than 33% of them ($234 against a typical $265), it is bigger than 63% of them (1,946 ft² against a typical 1,713 ft²), its lot is bigger than 90% of them (0.48 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 40% of them (1997 against a typical 2000). Measured against all of Brunswick County, it is worth more than 49% 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 9052 Forest Dr Sw, Sunset Beach, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 9052 Forest Dr Sw, Sunset Beach, NC was $1,927. The county assessed it at $344,010.

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