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$482,074$189 / 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 $260,000 on Oct 31, 2019

198 PALMETTO DR

RINCON, GA 31326
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,555 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.
1.45 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1986
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$482K
$457K low$508K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$260,000 · Oct 31, 2019
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.$186,074
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$148,859
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.61%
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.$296,000
BANK OF AMERICA · recorded Nov 30, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,037 (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.$147,484 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$31,560
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$115,924
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$145,072
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$368,711

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
60
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
33
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
92
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
78
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
11
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.25 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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
CountyEffingham
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.1.45
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Pier/Post & Beam
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
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.Porch · 330 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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.

E
Blandford Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.1 mi
M
Ebenezer Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.5 mi
H
South Effingham High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 9.2 mi

District: Effingham County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 31326These 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.107
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.65
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.92

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.4%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.26,696
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.303 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$90,635
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$109,202
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.66°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.50 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.62%

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

198 Palmetto 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 87% of homes in Rincon 31326
  • Bigger than 81% of homes in Rincon 31326
  • Has a bigger lot than 80% of homes in Rincon 31326
  • Older than 83% of homes in Rincon 31326

What homes are worth in Rincon 31326

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

This home
$162K$640K

This home is worth more than 87% of homes in Rincon 31326.

How it measures up in Rincon 31326

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rincon 31326.

Estimated value$482,074
CheaperTypical $326,371Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$189
CheaperTypical $181Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Living area2,555 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,822 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Lot size1.45 ac
SmallerTypical 0.51 acBigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Year built1986
OlderTypical 2002Newer

Newer than 17% of homes nearby

How 198 Palmetto Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRincon 31326Effingham County
Estimated valuepricier than$482,07487% of homes87% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18959% of homes59% of homes
Living areabigger than2,555 ft²81% of homes81% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.45 ac80% of homes71% of homes
Year builtnewer than198617% of homes20% of homes

About 198 Palmetto Dr

How much is 198 Palmetto Dr, Rincon, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 198 Palmetto Dr, Rincon, GA is $482,074 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $456,502 to $507,646. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 198 Palmetto Dr, Rincon, GA last sell?

198 Palmetto Dr, Rincon, GA last sold on Oct 31, 2019 for $260,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 198 Palmetto Dr, Rincon, GA?

198 Palmetto Dr, Rincon, GA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,555 square feet of living space and a 1.45-acre lot.

When was 198 Palmetto Dr, Rincon, GA built?

198 Palmetto Dr, Rincon, GA was built in 1986, making it 40 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 198 Palmetto Dr, Rincon, GA?

198 Palmetto Dr, Rincon, GA is assigned to Blandford Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Ebenezer Middle School (middle), rated B-; South Effingham High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Effingham County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 198 Palmetto Dr, Rincon, GA compare to other homes in Rincon 31326?

Among the 8,517 homes in Rincon 31326, it is worth more than 87% of them ($482,074 against a typical $326,371), its price per square foot is higher than 59% of them ($189 against a typical $181), it is bigger than 81% of them (2,555 ft² against a typical 1,822 ft²), its lot is bigger than 80% of them (1.45 ac against a typical 0.51 ac) and it is newer than 17% of them (1986 against a typical 2002). Measured against all of Effingham County, it is worth more than 87% 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 198 Palmetto Dr, Rincon, GA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 198 Palmetto Dr, Rincon, GA was $4,037. The county assessed it at $147,484.

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