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$535,195$175 / 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 95How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $483,000 on Oct 27, 2023

1279 JAMES RD

FORTSON, GA 31808
4
Beds
4 / 1
Baths
3,061 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.
3 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2023
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$535K
$510K low$560K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$483,000 · Oct 27, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,540 (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.$192,164 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$22,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$170,164
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$193,596
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$480,410

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.45
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
24
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
96
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
75
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
31
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
CountyHarris
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.3.00
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes

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

E
New Mountain Hill Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 5.0 mi
H
Harris County High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 8.4 mi
M
Harris County Carver Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 8.5 mi

District: Harris County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 31808These 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.60
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.73
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.33

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.3%
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.9,619
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.181 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$97,232
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$129,722
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.64°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.50 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

1279 James 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 more than 87% of homes in Fortson 31808
  • Costs more per square foot than 74% of homes in Fortson 31808
  • Bigger than 83% of homes in Harris County
  • Has a bigger lot than 80% of homes in Fortson 31808
  • Among the newest homes in Fortson 31808

What homes are worth in Fortson 31808

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

This home
$152K$865K

This home is worth more than 87% of homes in Fortson 31808.

How it measures up in Fortson 31808

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Fortson 31808.

Estimated value$535,195
CheaperTypical $387,458Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$175
CheaperTypical $160Pricier

Pricier than 74% of homes nearby

Living area3,061 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,318 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Lot size3 ac
SmallerTypical 1.52 acBigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Year built2023
OlderTypical 1999Newer

Newer than almost all homes nearby

How 1279 James Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFortson 31808Harris County
Estimated valuepricier than$535,19587% of homes82% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17574% of homes62% of homes
Living areabigger than3,061 ft²80% of homes83% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3 ac80% of homes70% of homes
Year builtnewer than2023almost all homesalmost all homes

About 1279 James Rd

How much is 1279 James Rd, Fortson, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1279 James Rd, Fortson, GA is $535,195 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $510,154 to $560,236. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1279 James Rd, Fortson, GA last sell?

1279 James Rd, Fortson, GA last sold on Oct 27, 2023 for $483,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1279 James Rd, Fortson, GA?

1279 James Rd, Fortson, GA has 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 3,061 square feet of living space and a 3.00-acre lot.

When was 1279 James Rd, Fortson, GA built?

1279 James Rd, Fortson, GA was built in 2023, making it 3 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1279 James Rd, Fortson, GA?

1279 James Rd, Fortson, GA is assigned to New Mountain Hill Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Harris County High School (high), rated B+; Harris County Carver Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Harris County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1279 James Rd, Fortson, GA compare to other homes in Fortson 31808?

Among the 3,529 homes in Fortson 31808, it is worth more than 87% of them ($535,195 against a typical $387,458), its price per square foot is higher than 74% of them ($175 against a typical $160), it is bigger than 80% of them (3,061 ft² against a typical 2,318 ft²), its lot is bigger than 80% of them (3 ac against a typical 1.52 ac) and it is newer than almost all of them (2023 against a typical 1999). Measured against all of Harris County, it is worth more than 82% 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 1279 James Rd, Fortson, GA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1279 James Rd, Fortson, GA was $5,540. The county assessed it at $192,164.

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