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$148,678$127 / 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 84How 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

261 TAFT ST SW

ATLANTA, GA 30315
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,170 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.
0.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1951
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$149K
$125K low$173K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$22 (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.$65,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$17,520
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$47,480
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$64,120
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$162,500

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.40
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
86
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
74
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
38
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyFULTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.13
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Neighborhood / Spot
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 91 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.

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
Luther J. Price Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.6 mi
E
Slater Elementary SchoolF
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.6 mi
H
G. W. Carver High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi

District: Atlanta City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 30315These 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.147
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.48

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.88%
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.29%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.35,599
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,074 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$51,289
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$72,301
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.61°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.51 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 Taft St Sw 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 Fulton County
  • Costs less per square foot than 91% of homes in Joyland
  • Smaller than 83% of homes in Fulton County
  • Has a smaller lot than 73% of homes in Atlanta 30315
  • Older than 85% of homes in Fulton County

What homes are worth in Atlanta 30315

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

This home
$110K$734K

This home is worth more than 13% of homes in Atlanta 30315.

How it measures up in Atlanta 30315

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Atlanta 30315.

Estimated value$148,678
CheaperTypical $229,006Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$127
CheaperTypical $181Pricier

Pricier than 11% of homes nearby

Living area1,170 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,262 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Year built1951
OlderTypical 1960Newer

Newer than 32% of homes nearby

How 261 Taft St Sw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeJoylandAtlanta 30315Fulton County
Estimated valuepricier than$148,67843% of homes13% of homes4% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1279% of homes11% of homes11% of homes
Living areabigger than1,170 ft²78% of homes41% of homes17% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac50% of homes27% of homes32% of homes
Year builtnewer than195128% of homes32% of homes15% of homes

About 261 Taft St Sw

How much is 261 Taft St Sw, Atlanta, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 261 Taft St Sw, Atlanta, GA is $148,678 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $124,657 to $172,699. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 261 Taft St Sw, Atlanta, GA last sell?

261 Taft St Sw, Atlanta, GA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 261 Taft St Sw, Atlanta, GA?

261 Taft St Sw, Atlanta, GA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,170 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 261 Taft St Sw, Atlanta, GA built?

261 Taft St Sw, Atlanta, GA was built in 1951, making it 75 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 261 Taft St Sw, Atlanta, GA?

261 Taft St Sw, Atlanta, GA is assigned to Luther J. Price Middle School (middle), rated F; Slater Elementary School (elementary), rated F; G. W. Carver High School (high), rated F. All sit in Atlanta City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 261 Taft St Sw, Atlanta, GA compare to other homes in Atlanta 30315?

Among the 9,858 homes in Atlanta 30315, it is worth more than 13% of them ($148,678 against a typical $229,006), its price per square foot is higher than 11% of them ($127 against a typical $181), it is bigger than 41% of them (1,170 ft² against a typical 1,262 ft²), its lot is bigger than 27% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 32% of them (1951 against a typical 1960). Measured against all of Fulton County, it is worth more than 4% 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 Taft St Sw, Atlanta, GA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 261 Taft St Sw, Atlanta, GA was $22. The county assessed it at $65,000.

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