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$65,114$52 / 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 90How 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 $65,000 on Aug 17, 2026

228 ACADEMY ST

AMERICUS, GA 31709
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,252 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.
0.22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1930
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

$65K
$59K low$71K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$65,000 · Aug 17, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$785 (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.$17,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,040
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$16,360
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$43,500

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.8
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
16
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
27
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
CountySUMTER
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.1990
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.22
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
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 · 120 ft²Porch · 508 ft²

Transaction History(8)

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
Sumter County Primary School
Elementary · Grades PK–1 · 2.5 mi
M
Sumter County Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.7 mi
H
Sumter County High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.9 mi

District: Sumter County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 31709These 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.74
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.26

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.87%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.23%
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.16,024
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.134 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$43,225
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$61,813
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.65°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.49 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

228 Academy 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 Americus 31709
  • Costs less per square foot than 88% of homes in Americus 31709
  • Smaller than 70% of homes in Americus 31709
  • Has a smaller lot than 87% of homes in Sumter County
  • Older than 88% of homes in Sumter County

What homes are worth in Americus 31709

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

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$27K$503K

This home is worth more than 17% of homes in Americus 31709.

How it measures up in Americus 31709

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Americus 31709.

Estimated value$65,114
CheaperTypical $130,344Pricier

Pricier than 17% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$52
CheaperTypical $88Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Living area1,252 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,560 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Lot size0.22 ac
SmallerTypical 0.43 acBigger

Bigger than 15% of homes nearby

Year built1930
OlderTypical 1968Newer

Newer than 16% of homes nearby

How 228 Academy St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAmericus 31709Sumter County
Estimated valuepricier than$65,11417% of homes23% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$5212% of homes19% of homes
Living areabigger than1,252 ft²30% of homes36% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.22 ac15% of homes13% of homes
Year builtnewer than193016% of homes12% of homes

About 228 Academy St

How much is 228 Academy St, Americus, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 228 Academy St, Americus, GA is $65,114 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $58,847 to $71,381. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 228 Academy St, Americus, GA last sell?

228 Academy St, Americus, GA last sold on Aug 17, 2026 for $65,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 228 Academy St, Americus, GA?

228 Academy St, Americus, GA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,252 square feet of living space and a 0.22-acre lot.

When was 228 Academy St, Americus, GA built?

228 Academy St, Americus, GA was built in 1930, making it 96 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 228 Academy St, Americus, GA?

228 Academy St, Americus, GA is assigned to Sumter County Primary School (elementary); Sumter County Middle School (middle), rated D-; Sumter County High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Sumter County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 228 Academy St, Americus, GA compare to other homes in Americus 31709?

Among the 4,726 homes in Americus 31709, it is worth more than 17% of them ($65,114 against a typical $130,344), its price per square foot is higher than 12% of them ($52 against a typical $88), it is bigger than 30% of them (1,252 ft² against a typical 1,560 ft²), its lot is bigger than 15% of them (0.22 ac against a typical 0.43 ac) and it is newer than 16% of them (1930 against a typical 1968). Measured against all of Sumter County, it is worth more than 23% 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 228 Academy St, Americus, GA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 228 Academy St, Americus, GA was $785. The county assessed it at $17,400.

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