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$157,252$98 / 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 88How 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
Last sold for $62,000 on Sep 1, 1996

228 LAKE FOREST DR

ELBERTON, GA 30635
1
Baths
1,604 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.
0.32 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$157K
$139K low$176K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$62,000 · Sep 1, 1996

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,400 (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.$62,933 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$7,007
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$55,926
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$57,876
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$157,331

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.Modular
CountyElbert
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.1976
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.32
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Masonry (Unspecified)
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 418 ft²

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

H
Elbert County High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi
M
Elbert County Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 1.0 mi
E
Elbert County Primary School
Elementary · Grades KG–1 · 2.7 mi

District: Elbert County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 30635These 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.114
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 100.85

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.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.10%
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.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.15,722
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.52 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$53,517
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$66,521
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.61°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 Lake 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 65% of homes in Elbert County
  • Has a smaller lot than 88% of homes in Elbert County
  • Older than 74% of homes in Elbert County

What homes are worth in Elberton 30635

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

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$25K$689K

This home is worth more than 50% of homes in Elberton 30635.

How it measures up in Elberton 30635

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Elberton 30635.

Estimated value$157,252
CheaperTypical $157,861Pricier

Pricier than 50% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$98
CheaperTypical $115Pricier

Pricier than 38% of homes nearby

Living area1,604 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,482 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 58% of homes nearby

Lot size0.32 ac
SmallerTypical 1.24 acBigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1971Newer

Newer than 27% of homes nearby

How 228 Lake Forest Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeElberton 30635Elbert County
Estimated valuepricier than$157,25250% of homes47% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$9838% of homes35% of homes
Living areabigger than1,604 ft²58% of homes58% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.32 ac14% of homes12% of homes
Year builtnewer than195027% of homes26% of homes

About 228 Lake Forest Dr

How much is 228 Lake Forest Dr, Elberton, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 228 Lake Forest Dr, Elberton, GA is $157,252 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $139,000 to $175,504. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 228 Lake Forest Dr, Elberton, GA last sell?

228 Lake Forest Dr, Elberton, GA last sold on Sep 1, 1996 for $62,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 228 Lake Forest Dr, Elberton, GA?

228 Lake Forest Dr, Elberton, GA has 1 bathrooms, 1,604 square feet of living space and a 0.32-acre lot.

When was 228 Lake Forest Dr, Elberton, GA built?

228 Lake Forest Dr, Elberton, GA was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. It is a modular home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 228 Lake Forest Dr, Elberton, GA?

228 Lake Forest Dr, Elberton, GA is assigned to Elbert County High School (high), rated C-; Elbert County Middle School (middle), rated C-; Elbert County Primary School (elementary). All sit in Elbert County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 228 Lake Forest Dr, Elberton, GA compare to other homes in Elberton 30635?

Among the 6,832 homes in Elberton 30635, it is worth more than 50% of them ($157,252 against a typical $157,861), its price per square foot is higher than 38% of them ($98 against a typical $115), it is bigger than 58% of them (1,604 ft² against a typical 1,482 ft²), its lot is bigger than 14% of them (0.32 ac against a typical 1.24 ac) and it is newer than 27% of them (1950 against a typical 1971). Measured against all of Elbert County, it is worth more than 47% 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 Lake Forest Dr, Elberton, GA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 228 Lake Forest Dr, Elberton, GA was $1,400. The county assessed it at $62,933.

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