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$230,732$158 / 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 89How 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

221 RAILROAD ST

MELDRIM, GA 31318
2
Baths
1,456 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.
0.46 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1984
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$231K
$206K low$255K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,337 (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.$78,971 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$11,960
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$67,011
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$82,061
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$197,427

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
54
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
30
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
93
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.
21
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.18 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.1991
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.46
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
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 · 475 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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.

M
South Effingham Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.0 mi
H
South Effingham High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.1 mi
E
Sand Hill Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 5.6 mi

District: Effingham County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 31318These 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.155
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.73
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.89

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.4.8%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.6%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.100
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.166 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$54,577
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$59,039
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%

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How this home compares

221 Railroad 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 83% of homes in Effingham County
  • Costs more per square foot than 74% of homes in Meldrim 31318
  • Smaller than 74% of homes in Effingham County
  • Older than 82% of homes in Effingham County

What homes are worth in Meldrim 31318

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

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$77K$498K

This home is worth more than 60% of homes in Meldrim 31318.

How it measures up in Meldrim 31318

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Meldrim 31318.

Estimated value$230,732
CheaperTypical $211,841Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$158
CheaperTypical $130Pricier

Pricier than 74% of homes nearby

Living area1,456 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,584 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 42% of homes nearby

Lot size0.46 ac
SmallerTypical 0.57 acBigger

Bigger than 47% of homes nearby

Year built1984
OlderTypical 1984Newer

Newer than 53% of homes nearby

How 221 Railroad St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMeldrim 31318Effingham County
Estimated valuepricier than$230,73260% of homes17% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15874% of homes31% of homes
Living areabigger than1,456 ft²42% of homes26% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.46 ac47% of homes36% of homes
Year builtnewer than198453% of homes18% of homes

About 221 Railroad St

How much is 221 Railroad St, Meldrim, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 221 Railroad St, Meldrim, GA is $230,732 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $206,068 to $255,396. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 221 Railroad St, Meldrim, GA last sell?

221 Railroad St, Meldrim, GA last sold on Apr 29, 2021, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 221 Railroad St, Meldrim, GA?

221 Railroad St, Meldrim, GA has 2 bathrooms, 1,456 square feet of living space and a 0.46-acre lot.

When was 221 Railroad St, Meldrim, GA built?

221 Railroad St, Meldrim, GA was built in 1984, making it 42 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 221 Railroad St, Meldrim, GA?

221 Railroad St, Meldrim, GA is assigned to South Effingham Middle School (middle), rated A; South Effingham High School (high), rated B+; Sand Hill Elementary School (elementary), rated B-. All sit in Effingham County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 221 Railroad St, Meldrim, GA compare to other homes in Meldrim 31318?

Among the 213 homes in Meldrim 31318, it is worth more than 60% of them ($230,732 against a typical $211,841), its price per square foot is higher than 74% of them ($158 against a typical $130), it is bigger than 42% of them (1,456 ft² against a typical 1,584 ft²), its lot is bigger than 47% of them (0.46 ac against a typical 0.57 ac) and it is newer than 53% of them (1984 against a typical 1984). Measured against all of Effingham County, it is worth more than 17% 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 221 Railroad St, Meldrim, GA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 221 Railroad St, Meldrim, GA was $2,337. The county assessed it at $78,971.

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