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$72,188$74 / 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 73How 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 $69,900 on Aug 4, 2025

257 WATKINS ST

AUGUSTA, GA 30901
2
Beds
1
Baths
973 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.
0.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1965
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$72K
$52K low$92K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$69,900 · Aug 4, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,627 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$21,696 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$741
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$20,955
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$17,180
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$54,241

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.38
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
5
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
94
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
69
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
24
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
CountyRICHMOND
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.1980
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.11
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
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 · 152 ft²

Transaction History(5)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
W. S. Hornsby Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
E
W. S. Hornsby Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.1 mi
H
Lucy Laney High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi

District: Richmond County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 30901These 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.168
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 100.94

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.82%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.7.6%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.35%
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.15,154
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,017 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$28,240
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$41,088
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.64°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 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

257 Watkins 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 90% of homes in Richmond County
  • Costs less per square foot than 82% of homes in Richmond County
  • Smaller than 93% of homes in Richmond County
  • Has a smaller lot than 91% of homes in East Augusta
  • Newer than 70% of homes in Augusta 30901

What homes are worth in Augusta 30901

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

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$18K$377K

This home is worth more than 56% of homes in Augusta 30901.

How it measures up in Augusta 30901

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Augusta 30901.

Estimated value$72,188
CheaperTypical $65,798Pricier

Pricier than 56% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$74
CheaperTypical $55Pricier

Pricier than 71% of homes nearby

Living area973 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,250 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Year built1965
OlderTypical 1953Newer

Newer than 70% of homes nearby

How 257 Watkins St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEast AugustaAugusta 30901Richmond County
Estimated valuepricier than$72,18838% of homes56% of homes10% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$7464% of homes71% of homes18% of homes
Living areabigger than973 ft²20% of homes24% of homes7% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac9% of homes27% of homes10% of homes
Year builtnewer than196558% of homes70% of homes34% of homes

About 257 Watkins St

How much is 257 Watkins St, Augusta, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 257 Watkins St, Augusta, GA is $72,188 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $52,455 to $91,921. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 257 Watkins St, Augusta, GA last sell?

257 Watkins St, Augusta, GA last sold on Aug 4, 2025 for $69,900, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 257 Watkins St, Augusta, GA?

257 Watkins St, Augusta, GA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 973 square feet of living space and a 0.11-acre lot.

When was 257 Watkins St, Augusta, GA built?

257 Watkins St, Augusta, GA was built in 1965, making it 61 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 257 Watkins St, Augusta, GA?

257 Watkins St, Augusta, GA is assigned to W. S. Hornsby Middle School (middle), rated C-; W. S. Hornsby Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Lucy Laney High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Richmond County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 257 Watkins St, Augusta, GA compare to other homes in Augusta 30901?

Among the 4,088 homes in Augusta 30901, it is worth more than 56% of them ($72,188 against a typical $65,798), its price per square foot is higher than 71% of them ($74 against a typical $55), it is bigger than 24% of them (973 ft² against a typical 1,250 ft²), its lot is bigger than 27% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 70% of them (1965 against a typical 1953). Measured against all of Richmond County, it is worth more than 10% 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 257 Watkins St, Augusta, GA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 257 Watkins St, Augusta, GA was $1,627. The county assessed it at $21,696.

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