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$277,476$267 / 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 95How 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 $98,500 on Apr 6, 2006

249 COLE ST

BUFORD, GA 30518
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,040 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.
0.3 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1990
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

$277K
$263K low$292K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$98,500 · Apr 6, 2006

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,422 (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.$99,120 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$40,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$59,120
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$99,120
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$247,800

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.Ranch
CountyGwinnett
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.30
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Raised (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Fan Cooling
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 100 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.

H
Buford High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi
E
Buford Academy
Elementary · Grades 1–3 · 1.3 mi
M
Buford Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.7 mi

District: Buford City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 30518These 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.89
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.81
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.61

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.25%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.3%
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.60,951
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,297 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$99,275
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$118,931
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.55 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

249 Cole 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 less than 96% of homes in Buford 30518
  • Costs more per square foot than 97% of homes in Gwinnett County
  • Among the smallest homes in Gwinnett County
  • Older than 76% of homes in Buford 30518

What homes are worth in Buford 30518

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

This home
$249K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 4% of homes in Buford 30518.

How it measures up in Buford 30518

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Buford 30518.

Estimated value$277,476
CheaperTypical $466,922Pricier

Pricier than 4% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$267
CheaperTypical $204Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Living area1,040 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,350 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 3% of homes nearby

Lot size0.3 ac
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Year built1990
OlderTypical 2001Newer

Newer than 24% of homes nearby

How 249 Cole St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBuford 30518Gwinnett County
Estimated valuepricier than$277,4764% of homes6% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$26791% of homes97% of homes
Living areabigger than1,040 ft²3% of homesalmost no homes
Lot sizebigger than0.3 ac55% of homes50% of homes
Year builtnewer than199024% of homes35% of homes

About 249 Cole St

How much is 249 Cole St, Buford, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 249 Cole St, Buford, GA is $277,476 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $262,515 to $292,437. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 249 Cole St, Buford, GA last sell?

249 Cole St, Buford, GA last sold on Apr 6, 2006 for $98,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 249 Cole St, Buford, GA?

249 Cole St, Buford, GA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,040 square feet of living space and a 0.30-acre lot.

When was 249 Cole St, Buford, GA built?

249 Cole St, Buford, GA was built in 1990, making it 36 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 249 Cole St, Buford, GA?

249 Cole St, Buford, GA is assigned to Buford High School (high), rated A; Buford Academy (elementary); Buford Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Buford City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 249 Cole St, Buford, GA compare to other homes in Buford 30518?

Among the 18,519 homes in Buford 30518, it is worth more than 4% of them ($277,476 against a typical $466,922), its price per square foot is higher than 91% of them ($267 against a typical $204), it is bigger than 3% of them (1,040 ft² against a typical 2,350 ft²), its lot is bigger than 55% of them (0.3 ac against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 24% of them (1990 against a typical 2001). Measured against all of Gwinnett County, it is worth more than 6% 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 249 Cole St, Buford, GA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 249 Cole St, Buford, GA was $1,422. The county assessed it at $99,120.

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