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$396,323$372 / 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 86How 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 $54,000 on Dec 7, 1998

159 RICHARDSON ST SE

ATLANTA, GA 30312
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,066 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.
0.29 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1998
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$396K
$341K low$452K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$54,000 · Dec 7, 1998

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,277 (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.$140,120 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$80,160
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$59,960
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$138,080
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$350,300

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.54
66
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
86
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
80
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
38
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.34 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.0.2 percent flood zone

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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyFULTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.29
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Neighborhood / Spot
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 84 ft²

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

M
Martin Luther King Jr. Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.2 mi
E
Parkside Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.1 mi
H
Maynard Holbrook Jackson High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi

District: Atlanta City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 30312These 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.147
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.53

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.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.19%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.25,116
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.7,796 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$81,085
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$108,283
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.61°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.52 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

159 Richardson St Se 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 less than 71% of homes in Summerhill
  • Costs more per square foot than 85% of homes in Fulton County
  • Smaller than 88% of homes in Fulton County
  • Among the largest lots in Summerhill

What homes are worth in Atlanta 30312

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

This home
$134K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 41% of homes in Atlanta 30312.

How it measures up in Atlanta 30312

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Atlanta 30312.

Estimated value$396,323
CheaperTypical $447,407Pricier

Pricier than 41% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$372
CheaperTypical $322Pricier

Pricier than 72% of homes nearby

Living area1,066 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,458 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Lot size0.29 ac
SmallerTypical 2,309 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Year built1998
OlderTypical 1995Newer

Newer than 53% of homes nearby

How 159 Richardson St Se ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSummerhillAtlanta 30312Fulton County
Estimated valuepricier than$396,32329% of homes41% of homes48% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$37284% of homes72% of homes85% of homes
Living areabigger than1,066 ft²15% of homes27% of homes12% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.29 acalmost all homes97% of homes60% of homes
Year builtnewer than199836% of homes53% of homes61% of homes

About 159 Richardson St Se

How much is 159 Richardson St Se, Atlanta, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 159 Richardson St Se, Atlanta, GA is $396,323 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $341,131 to $451,515. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 159 Richardson St Se, Atlanta, GA last sell?

159 Richardson St Se, Atlanta, GA last sold on Dec 7, 1998 for $54,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 159 Richardson St Se, Atlanta, GA?

159 Richardson St Se, Atlanta, GA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,066 square feet of living space and a 0.29-acre lot.

When was 159 Richardson St Se, Atlanta, GA built?

159 Richardson St Se, Atlanta, GA was built in 1998, making it 28 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 159 Richardson St Se, Atlanta, GA?

159 Richardson St Se, Atlanta, GA is assigned to Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School (middle), rated C-; Parkside Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Maynard Holbrook Jackson High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Atlanta City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 159 Richardson St Se, Atlanta, GA compare to other homes in Atlanta 30312?

Among the 6,564 homes in Atlanta 30312, it is worth more than 41% of them ($396,323 against a typical $447,407), its price per square foot is higher than 72% of them ($372 against a typical $322), it is bigger than 27% of them (1,066 ft² against a typical 1,458 ft²), its lot is bigger than 97% of them (0.29 ac against a typical 2,309 ft²) and it is newer than 53% of them (1998 against a typical 1995). Measured against all of Fulton County, it is worth more than 48% 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 Richardson St Se, Atlanta, GA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 159 Richardson St Se, Atlanta, GA was $1,277. The county assessed it at $140,120.

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