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$951,669$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 97How 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

1979 RIVER FOREST DR

MARIETTA, GA 30068
4
Beds
5 / 2
Baths
3,540 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.
0.48 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.
10
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$952K
$918K low$985K high
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.$736,669
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$589,335
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.21%
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.$215,000
WACHOVIA BANK NA · E · recorded Mar 3, 2005

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,836 (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.$314,028 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$76,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$238,028
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$614,410
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$785,070

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.55
38
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
14
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
85
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.
45
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.7 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.Split Level
CountyCobb
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
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.Deck · 24 ft²Patio · 644 ft²Porch · 228 ft²

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

E
Timber Ridge Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.7 mi
M
Dickerson Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.4 mi
H
Walton High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.7 mi

District: Cobb County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 30068These 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.50
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.55

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.46%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.5%
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.35,346
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,397 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$142,876
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$170,844
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.54 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

1979 River Forest 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 Cobb County
  • Costs more per square foot than 83% of homes in Cobb County
  • Bigger than 90% of homes in Cobb County
  • Has a bigger lot than 82% of homes in Cobb County
  • Newer than 71% of homes in Marietta 30068

What homes are worth in Marietta 30068

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

This home
$265K$2M

This home is worth more than 80% of homes in Marietta 30068.

How it measures up in Marietta 30068

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Marietta 30068.

Estimated value$951,669
CheaperTypical $688,735Pricier

Pricier than 80% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$269
CheaperTypical $264Pricier

Pricier than 54% of homes nearby

Living area3,540 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,587 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Lot size0.48 ac
SmallerTypical 0.29 acBigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Year built1987
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than 71% of homes nearby

How 1979 River Forest Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMarietta 30068Cobb County
Estimated valuepricier than$951,66980% of homes95% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$26954% of homes83% of homes
Living areabigger than3,540 ft²80% of homes90% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.48 ac81% of homes82% of homes
Year builtnewer than198771% of homes46% of homes

About 1979 River Forest Dr

How much is 1979 River Forest Dr, Marietta, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1979 River Forest Dr, Marietta, GA is $951,669 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $918,438 to $984,900. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 1979 River Forest Dr, Marietta, GA?

1979 River Forest Dr, Marietta, GA has 4 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms and 3,540 square feet of living space.

When was 1979 River Forest Dr, Marietta, GA built?

1979 River Forest Dr, Marietta, GA was built in 1987, making it 39 years old. It is a split level home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1979 River Forest Dr, Marietta, GA?

1979 River Forest Dr, Marietta, GA is assigned to Timber Ridge Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Dickerson Middle School (middle), rated A; Walton High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Cobb County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1979 River Forest Dr, Marietta, GA compare to other homes in Marietta 30068?

Among the 11,881 homes in Marietta 30068, it is worth more than 80% of them ($951,669 against a typical $688,735), its price per square foot is higher than 54% of them ($269 against a typical $264), it is bigger than 80% of them (3,540 ft² against a typical 2,587 ft²), its lot is bigger than 81% of them (0.48 ac against a typical 0.29 ac) and it is newer than 71% of them (1987 against a typical 1980). Measured against all of Cobb County, it is worth more than 95% 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 1979 River Forest Dr, Marietta, GA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1979 River Forest Dr, Marietta, GA was $1,836. The county assessed it at $314,028.

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