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$170,411$123 / 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 78How 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 $160,000 on Nov 18, 2024

242 PHILOMATH RD

RAYLE, GA 30660
2
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,380 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.
0.82 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1966
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$170K
$133K low$207K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$160,000 · Nov 18, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$797 (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.$27,726 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,103
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$25,623
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$27,726
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$69,315

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyWilkes
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.1975
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.82
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
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
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 · 576 ft²Porch · 458 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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.

H
Washington Wilkes Comprehensive High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 9.8 mi
M
Washington Wilkes Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 9.8 mi
E
Washington Wilkes Primary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–3 · 11.2 mi

District: Wilkes County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 30660These 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.123
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.72
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.73

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.80%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.17%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,242
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.12 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$69,332
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$82,553
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.62°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

242 Philomath Rd 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 more per square foot than 70% of homes in Wilkes County
  • Has a smaller lot than 93% of homes in Rayle 30660

What homes are worth in Rayle 30660

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

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$24K$833K

This home is worth more than 56% of homes in Rayle 30660.

How it measures up in Rayle 30660

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rayle 30660.

Estimated value$170,411
CheaperTypical $151,920Pricier

Pricier than 56% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$123
CheaperTypical $105Pricier

Pricier than 56% of homes nearby

Living area1,380 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,456 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Lot size0.82 ac
SmallerTypical 3 acBigger

Bigger than 7% of homes nearby

Year built1966
OlderTypical 1973Newer

Newer than 42% of homes nearby

How 242 Philomath Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRayle 30660Wilkes County
Estimated valuepricier than$170,41156% of homes60% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12356% of homes70% of homes
Living areabigger than1,380 ft²44% of homes43% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.82 ac7% of homes38% of homes
Year builtnewer than196642% of homes42% of homes

About 242 Philomath Rd

How much is 242 Philomath Rd, Rayle, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 242 Philomath Rd, Rayle, GA is $170,411 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $133,442 to $207,380. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 242 Philomath Rd, Rayle, GA last sell?

242 Philomath Rd, Rayle, GA last sold on Nov 18, 2024 for $160,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 242 Philomath Rd, Rayle, GA?

242 Philomath Rd, Rayle, GA has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,380 square feet of living space and a 0.82-acre lot.

When was 242 Philomath Rd, Rayle, GA built?

242 Philomath Rd, Rayle, GA was built in 1966, making it 60 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 242 Philomath Rd, Rayle, GA?

242 Philomath Rd, Rayle, GA is assigned to Washington Wilkes Comprehensive High School (high), rated C; Washington Wilkes Middle School (middle), rated C-; Washington Wilkes Primary School (elementary), rated C+. All sit in Wilkes County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 242 Philomath Rd, Rayle, GA compare to other homes in Rayle 30660?

Among the 460 homes in Rayle 30660, it is worth more than 56% of them ($170,411 against a typical $151,920), its price per square foot is higher than 56% of them ($123 against a typical $105), it is bigger than 44% of them (1,380 ft² against a typical 1,456 ft²), its lot is bigger than 7% of them (0.82 ac against a typical 3 ac) and it is newer than 42% of them (1966 against a typical 1973). Measured against all of Wilkes County, it is worth more than 60% 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 Philomath Rd, Rayle, GA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 242 Philomath Rd, Rayle, GA was $797. The county assessed it at $27,726.

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