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$199,267$115 / 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 81How 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 $200,000 on Jun 2, 2026

1249 FOREST AVE

COLUMBUS, GA 31906
3
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,736 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.
0.43 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1926
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$199K
$161K low$237K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$200,000 · Jun 2, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,130 (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.$28,864 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$9,504
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$19,360
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$43,596
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$72,160

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.French
CountyMUSCOGEE
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.1975
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.43
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.Asphalt
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 · 366 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.

E
Wynnton Arts AcademyC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.1 mi
M
Richards Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.6 mi
H
Hardaway High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi

District: Muscogee County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 31906These 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.144
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.74
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.32

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.86%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.25%
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.21,303
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,073 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$46,895
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$67,916
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.65°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.49 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.61%

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How this home compares

1249 Forest 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.

  • Worth more than 71% of homes in Columbus 31906
  • Costs more per square foot than 75% of homes in Columbus 31906
  • Has a bigger lot than 88% of homes in Columbus 31906
  • Older than 96% of homes in Muscogee County

What homes are worth in Columbus 31906

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

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$32K$687K

This home is worth more than 71% of homes in Columbus 31906.

How it measures up in Columbus 31906

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Columbus 31906.

Estimated value$199,267
CheaperTypical $127,292Pricier

Pricier than 71% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$115
CheaperTypical $84Pricier

Pricier than 75% of homes nearby

Living area1,736 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,492 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Lot size0.43 ac
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Year built1926
OlderTypical 1954Newer

Newer than 6% of homes nearby

How 1249 Forest Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWynnton VillageColumbus 31906Muscogee County
Estimated valuepricier than$199,26756% of homes71% of homes58% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11552% of homes75% of homes50% of homes
Living areabigger than1,736 ft²58% of homes64% of homes61% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.43 ac83% of homes88% of homes82% of homes
Year builtnewer than192625% of homes6% of homes4% of homes

About 1249 Forest Ave

How much is 1249 Forest Ave, Columbus, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1249 Forest Ave, Columbus, GA is $199,267 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $161,093 to $237,441. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1249 Forest Ave, Columbus, GA last sell?

1249 Forest Ave, Columbus, GA last sold on Jun 2, 2026 for $200,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1249 Forest Ave, Columbus, GA?

1249 Forest Ave, Columbus, GA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,736 square feet of living space and a 0.43-acre lot.

When was 1249 Forest Ave, Columbus, GA built?

1249 Forest Ave, Columbus, GA was built in 1926, making it 100 years old. It is a french home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1249 Forest Ave, Columbus, GA?

1249 Forest Ave, Columbus, GA is assigned to Wynnton Arts Academy (elementary), rated C-; Richards Middle School (middle), rated A-; Hardaway High School (high), rated D+. All sit in Muscogee County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1249 Forest Ave, Columbus, GA compare to other homes in Columbus 31906?

Among the 6,509 homes in Columbus 31906, it is worth more than 71% of them ($199,267 against a typical $127,292), its price per square foot is higher than 75% of them ($115 against a typical $84), it is bigger than 64% of them (1,736 ft² against a typical 1,492 ft²), its lot is bigger than 88% of them (0.43 ac against a typical 0.25 ac) and it is newer than 6% of them (1926 against a typical 1954). Measured against all of Muscogee County, it is worth more than 58% 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 1249 Forest Ave, Columbus, GA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 1249 Forest Ave, Columbus, GA was $1,130. The county assessed it at $28,864.

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