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$395,642$122 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $3,500 on Mar 1, 1989

159 MELODY DR

JESUP, GA 31545
3
Baths
3,243 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.
2.83 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1989
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$396K
$363K low$428K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$3,500 · Mar 1, 1989

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,673 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$141,893 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$14,048
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$127,845
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$126,478
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$354,733

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.46
27
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
35
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
94
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
70
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
7
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.4 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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
CountyWayne
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.1995
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.83
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Mixed
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 · 228 ft²

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

E
Martha Rawls Smith Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.0 mi
H
Wayne County High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.5 mi
M
Arthur Williams Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.7 mi

District: Wayne County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 31545These 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.126
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.82
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.46

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.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.7%
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.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.16,410
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.157 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$51,587
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$71,733
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.67°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.66%

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How this home compares

159 Melody Dr 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 95% of homes in Jesup 31545
  • Bigger than 98% of homes in Jesup 31545
  • Has a bigger lot than 78% of homes in Jesup 31545

What homes are worth in Jesup 31545

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

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$57K$500K

This home is worth more than 95% of homes in Jesup 31545.

How it measures up in Jesup 31545

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Jesup 31545.

Estimated value$395,642
CheaperTypical $200,169Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$122
CheaperTypical $127Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Living area3,243 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,446 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Lot size2.83 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Year built1989
OlderTypical 1988Newer

Newer than 51% of homes nearby

How 159 Melody Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeJesup 31545Wayne County
Estimated valuepricier than$395,64295% of homes92% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12245% of homes46% of homes
Living areabigger than3,243 ft²98% of homes97% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.83 ac78% of homes72% of homes
Year builtnewer than198951% of homes53% of homes

About 159 Melody Dr

How much is 159 Melody Dr, Jesup, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 159 Melody Dr, Jesup, GA is $395,642 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $363,027 to $428,257. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 159 Melody Dr, Jesup, GA last sell?

159 Melody Dr, Jesup, GA last sold on Mar 1, 1989 for $3,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 159 Melody Dr, Jesup, GA?

159 Melody Dr, Jesup, GA has 3 bathrooms, 3,243 square feet of living space and a 2.83-acre lot.

When was 159 Melody Dr, Jesup, GA built?

159 Melody Dr, Jesup, GA was built in 1989, making it 37 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 159 Melody Dr, Jesup, GA?

159 Melody Dr, Jesup, GA is assigned to Martha Rawls Smith Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Wayne County High School (high), rated B-; Arthur Williams Middle School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Wayne County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 159 Melody Dr, Jesup, GA compare to other homes in Jesup 31545?

Among the 6,159 homes in Jesup 31545, it is worth more than 95% of them ($395,642 against a typical $200,169), its price per square foot is higher than 45% of them ($122 against a typical $127), it is bigger than 98% of them (3,243 ft² against a typical 1,446 ft²), its lot is bigger than 78% of them (2.83 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 51% of them (1989 against a typical 1988). Measured against all of Wayne County, it is worth more than 92% 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 Melody Dr, Jesup, GA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 159 Melody Dr, Jesup, GA was $1,673. The county assessed it at $141,893.

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