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$206,111$131 / 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

229 BELL ST

AMERICUS, GA 31709
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,568 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.
1929
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$206K
$184K low$228K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,649 (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.$41,720 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,440
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$38,280
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$104,300

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.
15
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
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.22
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
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.Mixed
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.Patio · 80 ft²Porch · 424 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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 · 3.5 mi
M
Sumter County Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 3.7 mi
H
Sumter County High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.9 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

229 Bell 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 more than 73% of homes in Sumter County
  • Costs more per square foot than 88% of homes in Americus 31709
  • Has a smaller lot than 88% of homes in Sumter County
  • Older than 91% 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.

This home
$27K$530K

This home is worth more than 72% 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$206,111
CheaperTypical $129,672Pricier

Pricier than 72% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$131
CheaperTypical $87Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Living area1,568 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,566 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Lot size0.22 ac
SmallerTypical 0.42 acBigger

Bigger than 15% of homes nearby

Year built1929
OlderTypical 1968Newer

Newer than 12% of homes nearby

How 229 Bell St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAmericus 31709Sumter County
Estimated valuepricier than$206,11172% of homes73% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13188% of homes84% of homes
Living areabigger than1,568 ft²51% of homes56% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.22 ac15% of homes12% of homes
Year builtnewer than192912% of homes9% of homes

About 229 Bell St

How much is 229 Bell St, Americus, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 229 Bell St, Americus, GA is $206,111 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $184,298 to $227,924. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 229 Bell St, Americus, GA last sell?

229 Bell St, Americus, GA last sold on Jan 30, 2026, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 229 Bell St, Americus, GA?

229 Bell St, Americus, GA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,568 square feet of living space and a 0.22-acre lot.

When was 229 Bell St, Americus, GA built?

229 Bell St, Americus, GA was built in 1929, making it 97 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 229 Bell St, Americus, GA?

229 Bell 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 229 Bell St, Americus, GA compare to other homes in Americus 31709?

Among the 4,723 homes in Americus 31709, it is worth more than 72% of them ($206,111 against a typical $129,672), its price per square foot is higher than 88% of them ($131 against a typical $87), it is bigger than 51% of them (1,568 ft² against a typical 1,566 ft²), its lot is bigger than 15% of them (0.22 ac against a typical 0.42 ac) and it is newer than 12% of them (1929 against a typical 1968). Measured against all of Sumter County, it is worth more than 73% 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 229 Bell St, Americus, GA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 229 Bell St, Americus, GA was $1,649. The county assessed it at $41,720.

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