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$488,984$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 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 $289,900 on May 31, 2019

1540 JAMES RD

FORTSON, GA 31808
4
Beds
4 / 1
Baths
2,799 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.
5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1987
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

$489K
$452K low$526K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$289,900 · May 31, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,837 (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.$128,823 (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.$108,823
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$121,211
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$322,057

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyHarris
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.5.00
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Concrete
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
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.Patio · 435 ft²Porch · 232 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.

Foreclosure Filings(2)

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 · 5.3 mi
H
Harris County High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 8.3 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

1540 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 75% of homes in Harris County
  • Bigger than 77% of homes in Harris County
  • Has a bigger lot than 89% of homes in Fortson 31808
  • Older than 76% of 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
$167K$878K

This home is worth more than 74% 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$488,984
CheaperTypical $406,855Pricier

Pricier than 74% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$175
CheaperTypical $169Pricier

Pricier than 63% of homes nearby

Living area2,799 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,314 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Lot size5 ac
SmallerTypical 1.52 acBigger

Bigger than 89% of homes nearby

Year built1987
OlderTypical 1999Newer

Newer than 24% of homes nearby

How 1540 James Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFortson 31808Harris County
Estimated valuepricier than$488,98474% of homes75% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17563% of homes60% of homes
Living areabigger than2,799 ft²70% of homes77% of homes
Lot sizebigger than5 ac89% of homes81% of homes
Year builtnewer than198724% of homes36% of homes

About 1540 James Rd

How much is 1540 James Rd, Fortson, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1540 James Rd, Fortson, GA is $488,984 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $452,251 to $525,717. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1540 James Rd, Fortson, GA last sell?

1540 James Rd, Fortson, GA last sold on May 31, 2019 for $289,900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1540 James Rd, Fortson, GA?

1540 James Rd, Fortson, GA has 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 2,799 square feet of living space and a 5.00-acre lot.

When was 1540 James Rd, Fortson, GA built?

1540 James Rd, Fortson, GA was built in 1987, making it 39 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1540 James Rd, Fortson, GA?

1540 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 1540 James Rd, Fortson, GA compare to other homes in Fortson 31808?

Among the 3,529 homes in Fortson 31808, it is worth more than 74% of them ($488,984 against a typical $406,855), its price per square foot is higher than 63% of them ($175 against a typical $169), it is bigger than 70% of them (2,799 ft² against a typical 2,314 ft²), its lot is bigger than 89% of them (5 ac against a typical 1.52 ac) and it is newer than 24% of them (1987 against a typical 1999). Measured against all of Harris County, it is worth more than 75% 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 1540 James Rd, Fortson, GA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1540 James Rd, Fortson, GA was $3,837. The county assessed it at $128,823.

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