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$241,375$207 / 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 87How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $270,000 on Jun 30, 2023

1840 RATCHFORD DR

DALLAS, NC 28034
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,166 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.
0.7 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1960
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$241K
$209K low$273K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$270,000 · Jun 30, 2023
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$0
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$0
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.110%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$270,000
STATE EMPLOYEES CREDIT UNION · 5.65% 1 · recorded May 13, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,557 (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.$218,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$20,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$198,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$100,900

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
CountyGASTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.70
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.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 · 280 ft²

Transaction History(4)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(10)

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

M
W. C. Friday Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.0 mi
H
North Gaston High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi
E
Carr Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.0 mi

District: Gaston County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28034These 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.93
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.72

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.9%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.20,405
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.442 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$64,374
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$74,768
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.63%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

1840 Ratchford 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 less than 66% of homes in Gaston County
  • Costs more per square foot than 76% of homes in Dallas 28034
  • Smaller than 76% of homes in Dallas 28034
  • Has a bigger lot than 75% of homes in Gaston County
  • Older than 79% of homes in Dallas 28034

What homes are worth in Dallas 28034

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

This home
$77K$581K

This home is worth more than 36% of homes in Dallas 28034.

How it measures up in Dallas 28034

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dallas 28034.

Estimated value$241,375
CheaperTypical $283,000Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$207
CheaperTypical $169Pricier

Pricier than 76% of homes nearby

Living area1,166 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,535 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Lot size0.7 ac
SmallerTypical 0.47 acBigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

Year built1960
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than 21% of homes nearby

How 1840 Ratchford Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDallas 28034Gaston County
Estimated valuepricier than$241,37536% of homes34% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20776% of homes69% of homes
Living areabigger than1,166 ft²24% of homes24% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.7 ac62% of homes75% of homes
Year builtnewer than196021% of homes28% of homes

About 1840 Ratchford Dr

How much is 1840 Ratchford Dr, Dallas, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1840 Ratchford Dr, Dallas, NC is $241,375 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $209,415 to $273,335. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1840 Ratchford Dr, Dallas, NC last sell?

1840 Ratchford Dr, Dallas, NC last sold on Jun 30, 2023 for $270,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1840 Ratchford Dr, Dallas, NC?

1840 Ratchford Dr, Dallas, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,166 square feet of living space and a 0.70-acre lot.

When was 1840 Ratchford Dr, Dallas, NC built?

1840 Ratchford Dr, Dallas, NC was built in 1960, making it 66 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1840 Ratchford Dr, Dallas, NC?

1840 Ratchford Dr, Dallas, NC is assigned to W. C. Friday Middle School (middle), rated D; North Gaston High School (high), rated D+; Carr Elementary School (elementary), rated B-. All sit in Gaston County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1840 Ratchford Dr, Dallas, NC compare to other homes in Dallas 28034?

Among the 7,163 homes in Dallas 28034, it is worth more than 36% of them ($241,375 against a typical $283,000), its price per square foot is higher than 76% of them ($207 against a typical $169), it is bigger than 24% of them (1,166 ft² against a typical 1,535 ft²), its lot is bigger than 62% of them (0.7 ac against a typical 0.47 ac) and it is newer than 21% of them (1960 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of Gaston County, it is worth more than 34% 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 1840 Ratchford Dr, Dallas, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1840 Ratchford Dr, Dallas, NC was $1,557. The county assessed it at $218,000.

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