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$329,177$269 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $100,000 on Jun 21, 2016

159 FOREST WAY

DALTON, GA 30721
1
Baths
1,224 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.
2.48 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1980
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$329K
$312K low$347K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$100,000 · Jun 21, 2016
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.$219,177
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$175,342
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.35%
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.$100,000
VETERANS UNITED HM LNS · recorded Jun 22, 2016
2nd 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.$10,000
NAVY FCU

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,183 (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.$79,265 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$10,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$68,865
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$79,265
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$198,162

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.47
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
23
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
90
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
95
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
27
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

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
CountyWhitfield
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.1996
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.48
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Masonry (Unspecified)
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
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 · 216 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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.

M
Eastbrook Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi
H
Southeast High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi
E
Eastside Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.2 mi

District: Whitfield County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 30721These 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.106
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.107
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.136

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.7.6%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.54,127
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.426 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$56,800
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$70,019
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.56 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.61%

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

159 Forest Way 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 86% of homes in Dalton 30721
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Dalton 30721
  • Smaller than 72% of homes in Whitfield County
  • Has a bigger lot than 85% of homes in Dalton 30721

What homes are worth in Dalton 30721

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

This home
$82K$539K

This home is worth more than 86% of homes in Dalton 30721.

How it measures up in Dalton 30721

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dalton 30721.

Estimated value$329,177
CheaperTypical $223,274Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$269
CheaperTypical $154Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,224 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,420 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 32% of homes nearby

Lot size2.48 ac
SmallerTypical 0.57 acBigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

Year built1980
OlderTypical 1983Newer

Newer than 48% of homes nearby

How 159 Forest Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDalton 30721Whitfield County
Estimated valuepricier than$329,17786% of homes76% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$269almost all homes98% of homes
Living areabigger than1,224 ft²32% of homes28% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.48 ac85% of homes85% of homes
Year builtnewer than198048% of homes47% of homes

About 159 Forest Way

How much is 159 Forest Way, Dalton, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 159 Forest Way, Dalton, GA is $329,177 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $311,689 to $346,665. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 159 Forest Way, Dalton, GA last sell?

159 Forest Way, Dalton, GA last sold on Jun 21, 2016 for $100,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 159 Forest Way, Dalton, GA?

159 Forest Way, Dalton, GA has 1 bathrooms, 1,224 square feet of living space and a 2.48-acre lot.

When was 159 Forest Way, Dalton, GA built?

159 Forest Way, Dalton, GA was built in 1980, making it 46 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 159 Forest Way, Dalton, GA?

159 Forest Way, Dalton, GA is assigned to Eastbrook Middle School (middle), rated B; Southeast High School (high), rated C; Eastside Elementary School (elementary), rated C-. All sit in Whitfield County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 159 Forest Way, Dalton, GA compare to other homes in Dalton 30721?

Among the 14,912 homes in Dalton 30721, it is worth more than 86% of them ($329,177 against a typical $223,274), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($269 against a typical $154), it is bigger than 32% of them (1,224 ft² against a typical 1,420 ft²), its lot is bigger than 85% of them (2.48 ac against a typical 0.57 ac) and it is newer than 48% of them (1980 against a typical 1983). Measured against all of Whitfield County, it is worth more than 76% 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 159 Forest Way, Dalton, GA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 159 Forest Way, Dalton, GA was $2,183. The county assessed it at $79,265.

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