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$297,844$187 / 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 93How 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 $158,400 on May 26, 2005

261 MCCOWAN RD

FORSYTH, GA 31029
2
Baths
1,596 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.
3.1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2005
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$298K
$278K low$318K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$158,400 · May 26, 2005

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,529 (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.$86,320 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$9,960
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$76,360
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$85,280
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$215,800

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyMonroe
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.2011
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.3.10
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Mixed
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 187 ft²Porch · 263 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.

E
T. G. Scott Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.0 mi
M
Monroe County Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.2 mi
H
Mary Persons High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.4 mi

District: Monroe County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 31029These 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.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.45

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
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.19,983
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.79 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$70,707
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$93,356
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

261 Mccowan 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 72% of homes in Forsyth 31029
  • Has a bigger lot than 66% of homes in Forsyth 31029
  • Newer than 73% of homes in Monroe County

What homes are worth in Forsyth 31029

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

This home
$66K$973K

This home is worth more than 48% of homes in Forsyth 31029.

How it measures up in Forsyth 31029

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Forsyth 31029.

Estimated value$297,844
CheaperTypical $306,567Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$187
CheaperTypical $156Pricier

Pricier than 72% of homes nearby

Living area1,596 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,800 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Lot size3.1 ac
SmallerTypical 1.64 acBigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Year built2005
OlderTypical 1997Newer

Newer than 68% of homes nearby

How 261 Mccowan Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForsyth 31029Monroe County
Estimated valuepricier than$297,84448% of homes43% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18772% of homes70% of homes
Living areabigger than1,596 ft²39% of homes37% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3.1 ac66% of homes63% of homes
Year builtnewer than200568% of homes73% of homes

About 261 Mccowan Rd

How much is 261 Mccowan Rd, Forsyth, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 261 Mccowan Rd, Forsyth, GA is $297,844 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $278,033 to $317,655. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 261 Mccowan Rd, Forsyth, GA last sell?

261 Mccowan Rd, Forsyth, GA last sold on May 26, 2005 for $158,400, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 261 Mccowan Rd, Forsyth, GA?

261 Mccowan Rd, Forsyth, GA has 2 bathrooms, 1,596 square feet of living space and a 3.10-acre lot.

When was 261 Mccowan Rd, Forsyth, GA built?

261 Mccowan Rd, Forsyth, GA was built in 2005, making it 21 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 261 Mccowan Rd, Forsyth, GA?

261 Mccowan Rd, Forsyth, GA is assigned to T. G. Scott Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Monroe County Middle School (middle), rated A; Mary Persons High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Monroe County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 261 Mccowan Rd, Forsyth, GA compare to other homes in Forsyth 31029?

Among the 7,113 homes in Forsyth 31029, it is worth more than 48% of them ($297,844 against a typical $306,567), its price per square foot is higher than 72% of them ($187 against a typical $156), it is bigger than 39% of them (1,596 ft² against a typical 1,800 ft²), its lot is bigger than 66% of them (3.1 ac against a typical 1.64 ac) and it is newer than 68% of them (2005 against a typical 1997). Measured against all of Monroe County, it is worth more than 43% 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 261 Mccowan Rd, Forsyth, GA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 261 Mccowan Rd, Forsyth, GA was $1,529. The county assessed it at $86,320.

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