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$296,432$91 / 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 93How 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 $115,000 on Apr 17, 2024

2924 RUFUS RATCHFORD RD

GASTONIA, NC 28056
4
Beds
4
Baths
3,260 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.
2.44 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2024
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$296K
$275K low$318K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$115,000 · Apr 17, 2024
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.$296,432
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$237,146

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,663 (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.$232,940 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$41,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$191,440
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$41,500

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.Custom Design
CountyGaston
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.44
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
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.

H
Forestview High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.6 mi
E
W. A. Bess Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.7 mi
M
Cramerton Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.7 mi

District: Gaston County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28056These 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.83
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.97
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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.3%
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.39,962
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.821 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$85,891
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$105,808
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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
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

2924 Rufus Ratchford 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 less than 65% of homes in Gastonia 28056
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Gastonia 28056
  • Bigger than 95% of homes in Gaston County
  • Has a bigger lot than 95% of homes in Gastonia 28056
  • Among the newest homes in Gastonia 28056

What homes are worth in Gastonia 28056

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

This home
$121K$771K

This home is worth more than 35% of homes in Gastonia 28056.

How it measures up in Gastonia 28056

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Gastonia 28056.

Estimated value$296,432
CheaperTypical $353,500Pricier

Pricier than 35% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$91
CheaperTypical $187Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area3,260 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,786 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Lot size2.44 ac
SmallerTypical 0.4 acBigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Year built2024
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than almost all homes nearby

How 2924 Rufus Ratchford Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGastonia 28056Gaston County
Estimated valuepricier than$296,43235% of homes51% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$91almost no homes3% of homes
Living areabigger than3,260 ft²92% of homes95% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.44 ac95% of homes93% of homes
Year builtnewer than2024almost all homesalmost all homes

About 2924 Rufus Ratchford Rd

How much is 2924 Rufus Ratchford Rd, Gastonia, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2924 Rufus Ratchford Rd, Gastonia, NC is $296,432 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $275,139 to $317,725. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2924 Rufus Ratchford Rd, Gastonia, NC last sell?

2924 Rufus Ratchford Rd, Gastonia, NC last sold on Apr 17, 2024 for $115,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 2924 Rufus Ratchford Rd, Gastonia, NC?

2924 Rufus Ratchford Rd, Gastonia, NC has 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 3,260 square feet of living space and a 2.44-acre lot.

When was 2924 Rufus Ratchford Rd, Gastonia, NC built?

2924 Rufus Ratchford Rd, Gastonia, NC was built in 2024, making it 2 years old. It is a custom design home.

What schools serve 2924 Rufus Ratchford Rd, Gastonia, NC?

2924 Rufus Ratchford Rd, Gastonia, NC is assigned to Forestview High School (high), rated C-; W. A. Bess Elementary School (elementary), rated C; 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 2924 Rufus Ratchford Rd, Gastonia, NC compare to other homes in Gastonia 28056?

Among the 13,480 homes in Gastonia 28056, it is worth more than 35% of them ($296,432 against a typical $353,500), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($91 against a typical $187), it is bigger than 92% of them (3,260 ft² against a typical 1,786 ft²), its lot is bigger than 95% of them (2.44 ac against a typical 0.4 ac) and it is newer than almost all of them (2024 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of Gaston County, it is worth more than 51% 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 2924 Rufus Ratchford Rd, Gastonia, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 2924 Rufus Ratchford Rd, Gastonia, NC was $1,663. The county assessed it at $232,940.

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