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$132,774$111 / 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 79How 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 $69,000 on Jan 11, 1995

173 FIFTH ST

FOLKSTON, GA 31537
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,194 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.
0.81 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1970
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$133K
$104K low$161K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$69,000 · Jan 11, 1995

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,855 (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.$57,760 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$6,480
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$51,280
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$50,520
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$144,400

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.41
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
31
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
99
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
66
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
8
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
CountyCharlton
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.1987
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.81
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.Carport (Unspecified)
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 · 134 ft²

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

M
Bethune Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 4–8 · 0.9 mi
E
Folkston Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–3 · 0.9 mi
H
Charlton County High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi

District: Charlton County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 31537These 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.92
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
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.83%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.6.1%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.9,909
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.23 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$47,595
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$64,807
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.67°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.51 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

173 Fifth St 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 66% of homes in Folkston 31537
  • Costs less per square foot than 68% of homes in Charlton County
  • Smaller than 72% of homes in Folkston 31537
  • Has a smaller lot than 65% of homes in Charlton County
  • Older than 74% of homes in Charlton County

What homes are worth in Folkston 31537

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

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$36K$604K

This home is worth more than 34% of homes in Folkston 31537.

How it measures up in Folkston 31537

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Folkston 31537.

Estimated value$132,774
CheaperTypical $190,738Pricier

Pricier than 34% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$111
CheaperTypical $132Pricier

Pricier than 33% of homes nearby

Living area1,194 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,488 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 28% of homes nearby

Lot size0.81 ac
SmallerTypical 1.01 acBigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Year built1970
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than 29% of homes nearby

How 173 Fifth St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFolkston 31537Charlton County
Estimated valuepricier than$132,77434% of homes36% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11133% of homes32% of homes
Living areabigger than1,194 ft²28% of homes29% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.81 ac39% of homes35% of homes
Year builtnewer than197029% of homes26% of homes

About 173 Fifth St

How much is 173 Fifth St, Folkston, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 173 Fifth St, Folkston, GA is $132,774 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $104,442 to $161,106. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 173 Fifth St, Folkston, GA last sell?

173 Fifth St, Folkston, GA last sold on Jan 11, 1995 for $69,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 173 Fifth St, Folkston, GA?

173 Fifth St, Folkston, GA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,194 square feet of living space and a 0.81-acre lot.

When was 173 Fifth St, Folkston, GA built?

173 Fifth St, Folkston, GA was built in 1970, making it 56 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 173 Fifth St, Folkston, GA?

173 Fifth St, Folkston, GA is assigned to Bethune Middle School (middle), rated B; Folkston Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Charlton County High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Charlton County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 173 Fifth St, Folkston, GA compare to other homes in Folkston 31537?

Among the 3,332 homes in Folkston 31537, it is worth more than 34% of them ($132,774 against a typical $190,738), its price per square foot is higher than 33% of them ($111 against a typical $132), it is bigger than 28% of them (1,194 ft² against a typical 1,488 ft²), its lot is bigger than 39% of them (0.81 ac against a typical 1.01 ac) and it is newer than 29% of them (1970 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of Charlton County, it is worth more than 36% 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 173 Fifth St, Folkston, GA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 173 Fifth St, Folkston, GA was $1,855. The county assessed it at $57,760.

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