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$309,916$117 / 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 91How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $225,000 on May 24, 2005

242 5TH ST

MELDRIM, GA 31318
2 / 1
Baths
2,656 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.
0.71 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1897
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$310K
$283K low$336K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$225,000 · May 24, 2005

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,416 (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.$103,015 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$18,460
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$84,555
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$119,298
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$257,537

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.49
20
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
34
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.3 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.2002
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.71
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.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
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 · 64 ft²Patio · 64 ft²Porch · 416 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 · 3.9 mi
H
South Effingham High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.0 mi
E
Sand Hill Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 5.5 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

242 5th 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 87% of homes in Meldrim 31318
  • Costs less per square foot than 94% of homes in Effingham County
  • Bigger than 96% of homes in Meldrim 31318
  • Among the oldest 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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$82K$478K

This home is worth more than 87% 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$309,916
CheaperTypical $209,465Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$117
CheaperTypical $132Pricier

Pricier than 33% of homes nearby

Living area2,656 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,568 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 96% of homes nearby

Lot size0.71 ac
SmallerTypical 0.57 acBigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

Year built1897
OlderTypical 1984Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 242 5th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMeldrim 31318Effingham County
Estimated valuepricier than$309,91687% of homes46% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11733% of homes6% of homes
Living areabigger than2,656 ft²96% of homes83% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.71 ac62% of homes54% of homes
Year builtnewer than1897almost no homesalmost no homes

About 242 5th St

How much is 242 5th St, Meldrim, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 242 5th St, Meldrim, GA is $309,916 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $283,468 to $336,364. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 242 5th St, Meldrim, GA last sell?

242 5th St, Meldrim, GA last sold on May 24, 2005 for $225,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 242 5th St, Meldrim, GA?

242 5th St, Meldrim, GA has 2 bathrooms, 2,656 square feet of living space and a 0.71-acre lot.

When was 242 5th St, Meldrim, GA built?

242 5th St, Meldrim, GA was built in 1897, making it 129 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 242 5th St, Meldrim, GA?

242 5th 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 A-. All sit in Effingham County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 242 5th St, Meldrim, GA compare to other homes in Meldrim 31318?

Among the 213 homes in Meldrim 31318, it is worth more than 87% of them ($309,916 against a typical $209,465), its price per square foot is higher than 33% of them ($117 against a typical $132), it is bigger than 96% of them (2,656 ft² against a typical 1,568 ft²), its lot is bigger than 62% of them (0.71 ac against a typical 0.57 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1897 against a typical 1984). Measured against all of Effingham County, it is worth more than 46% 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 242 5th St, Meldrim, GA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 242 5th St, Meldrim, GA was $2,416. The county assessed it at $103,015.

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