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$156,414$121 / 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 89How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $128,000 on Mar 28, 2014

278 HOWELL TER SW

ATLANTA, GA 30331
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,296 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.
0.23 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2012
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$156K
$138K low$174K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$128,000 · Mar 28, 2014

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$388 (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.$65,680 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$19,960
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$45,720
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$72,680
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$164,200

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.44
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
17
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.
87
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
31
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.Ranch
CountyFULTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.23
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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.DeckPatio · 250 ft²Porch · 162 ft²

Transaction History(7)

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
Benjamin E. Mays High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi
E
Miles Elementary SchoolF
Elementary · Grades EE–5 · 1.3 mi
M
Young Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.5 mi

District: Atlanta City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 30331These 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.94
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 100.51

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.59,108
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,547 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$73,762
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$93,469
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.61°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.52 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

278 Howell Ter 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 95% of homes in Fulton County
  • Costs less per square foot than 92% of homes in Fulton County
  • Smaller than 76% of homes in Atlanta 30331
  • Has a smaller lot than 78% of homes in Adamsville
  • Newer than 98% of homes in Adamsville

What homes are worth in Atlanta 30331

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

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$114K$613K

This home is worth more than 11% of homes in Atlanta 30331.

How it measures up in Atlanta 30331

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Atlanta 30331.

Estimated value$156,414
CheaperTypical $264,926Pricier

Pricier than 11% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$121
CheaperTypical $141Pricier

Pricier than 21% of homes nearby

Living area1,296 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,755 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 0.29 acBigger

Bigger than 33% of homes nearby

Year built2012
OlderTypical 1997Newer

Newer than 85% of homes nearby

How 278 Howell Ter Sw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAdamsvilleAtlanta 30331Fulton County
Estimated valuepricier than$156,41449% of homes11% of homes5% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12145% of homes21% of homes8% of homes
Living areabigger than1,296 ft²61% of homes24% of homes24% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac22% of homes33% of homes51% of homes
Year builtnewer than201298% of homes85% of homes87% of homes

About 278 Howell Ter Sw

How much is 278 Howell Ter Sw, Atlanta, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 278 Howell Ter Sw, Atlanta, GA is $156,414 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $138,447 to $174,381. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 278 Howell Ter Sw, Atlanta, GA last sell?

278 Howell Ter Sw, Atlanta, GA last sold on Mar 28, 2014 for $128,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 6 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 278 Howell Ter Sw, Atlanta, GA?

278 Howell Ter Sw, Atlanta, GA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,296 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 278 Howell Ter Sw, Atlanta, GA built?

278 Howell Ter Sw, Atlanta, GA was built in 2012, making it 14 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 278 Howell Ter Sw, Atlanta, GA?

278 Howell Ter Sw, Atlanta, GA is assigned to Benjamin E. Mays High School (high), rated D; Miles Elementary School (elementary), rated F; Young Middle School (middle), rated D-. All sit in Atlanta City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 278 Howell Ter Sw, Atlanta, GA compare to other homes in Atlanta 30331?

Among the 19,462 homes in Atlanta 30331, it is worth more than 11% of them ($156,414 against a typical $264,926), its price per square foot is higher than 21% of them ($121 against a typical $141), it is bigger than 24% of them (1,296 ft² against a typical 1,755 ft²), its lot is bigger than 33% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 0.29 ac) and it is newer than 85% of them (2012 against a typical 1997). Measured against all of Fulton County, it is worth more than 5% 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 278 Howell Ter Sw, Atlanta, GA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 278 Howell Ter Sw, Atlanta, GA was $388. The county assessed it at $65,680.

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