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$347,490$257 / 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 Sep 24, 2026

248 RUTH ST

ATHENS, GA 30601
3
Baths
1,351 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.
3,109 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2004
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$347K
$307K low$388K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,736 (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.$120,328 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$16,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$104,328
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$116,436
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$300,819

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.13
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
12
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
54
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
CountyCLARKE
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.2007
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.07
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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.Porch · 40 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
Howard B. Stroud Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.9 mi
H
Cedar Shoals High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.2 mi
M
W. R. Coile Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.5 mi

District: Clarke County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 30601These 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.129
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 100.64

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.39%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.26,373
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,100 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$44,348
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$56,534
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

248 Ruth 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 79% of homes in Clarke County
  • Smaller than 69% of homes in Clarke County
  • Has a smaller lot than 90% of homes in Athens 30601
  • Newer than 84% of homes in Clarke County

What homes are worth in Athens 30601

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

This home
$116K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 57% of homes in Athens 30601.

How it measures up in Athens 30601

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Athens 30601.

Estimated value$347,490
CheaperTypical $318,976Pricier

Pricier than 57% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$257
CheaperTypical $234Pricier

Pricier than 61% of homes nearby

Living area1,351 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,352 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Lot size3,109 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Year built2004
OlderTypical 1983Newer

Newer than 80% of homes nearby

How 248 Ruth St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAthens 30601Clarke County
Estimated valuepricier than$347,49057% of homes54% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25761% of homes79% of homes
Living areabigger than1,351 ft²50% of homes31% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,109 ft²10% of homes11% of homes
Year builtnewer than200480% of homes84% of homes

About 248 Ruth St

How much is 248 Ruth St, Athens, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 248 Ruth St, Athens, GA is $347,490 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $306,537 to $388,443. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 248 Ruth St, Athens, GA last sell?

248 Ruth St, Athens, GA last sold on Dec 15, 2025, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 248 Ruth St, Athens, GA?

248 Ruth St, Athens, GA has 3 bathrooms, 1,351 square feet of living space and a 0.07-acre lot.

When was 248 Ruth St, Athens, GA built?

248 Ruth St, Athens, GA was built in 2004, making it 22 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 248 Ruth St, Athens, GA?

248 Ruth St, Athens, GA is assigned to Howard B. Stroud Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Cedar Shoals High School (high), rated D-; W. R. Coile Middle School (middle), rated D. All sit in Clarke County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 248 Ruth St, Athens, GA compare to other homes in Athens 30601?

Among the 5,938 homes in Athens 30601, it is worth more than 57% of them ($347,490 against a typical $318,976), its price per square foot is higher than 61% of them ($257 against a typical $234), it is bigger than 50% of them (1,351 ft² against a typical 1,352 ft²), its lot is bigger than 10% of them (3,109 ft² against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 80% of them (2004 against a typical 1983). Measured against all of Clarke County, it is worth more than 54% 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 248 Ruth St, Athens, GA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 248 Ruth St, Athens, GA was $3,736. The county assessed it at $120,328.

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