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$127,628$146 / 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 79How 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

278 THORNTON ST SW

ATLANTA, GA 30315
2
Beds
1
Baths
874 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.
3,998 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
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

$128K
$101K low$154K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,373 (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.$58,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$16,720
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$41,280
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$52,840
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$145,000

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.42
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
12
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.0.09
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
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
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 · 133 ft²

Transaction History(8)

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(4)

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

E
Slater Elementary SchoolF
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.6 mi
M
Luther J. Price Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.6 mi
H
G. W. Carver High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 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

278 Thornton 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Fulton County
  • Costs less per square foot than 80% of homes in Fulton County
  • Smaller than 95% of homes in Fulton County
  • Has a smaller lot than 98% of homes in Joyland
  • Among the oldest homes in Joyland

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 6% 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$127,628
CheaperTypical $229,006Pricier

Pricier than 6% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$146
CheaperTypical $181Pricier

Pricier than 24% of homes nearby

Living area874 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,262 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 7% of homes nearby

Lot size3,998 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 17% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1960Newer

Newer than 9% of homes nearby

How 278 Thornton St Sw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeJoylandAtlanta 30315Fulton County
Estimated valuepricier than$127,62818% of homes6% of homesalmost no homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14634% of homes24% of homes20% of homes
Living areabigger than874 ft²27% of homes7% of homes5% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,998 ft²2% of homes17% of homes28% of homes
Year builtnewer than1920almost no homes9% of homes4% of homes

About 278 Thornton St Sw

How much is 278 Thornton St Sw, Atlanta, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 278 Thornton St Sw, Atlanta, GA is $127,628 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $100,962 to $154,294. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 278 Thornton St Sw, Atlanta, GA last sell?

278 Thornton St Sw, Atlanta, GA last sold on Oct 7, 2008, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 6 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 278 Thornton St Sw, Atlanta, GA?

278 Thornton St Sw, Atlanta, GA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 874 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 278 Thornton St Sw, Atlanta, GA built?

278 Thornton St Sw, Atlanta, GA was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 278 Thornton St Sw, Atlanta, GA?

278 Thornton St Sw, Atlanta, GA is assigned to Slater Elementary School (elementary), rated F; Luther J. Price Middle School (middle), 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 278 Thornton St Sw, Atlanta, GA compare to other homes in Atlanta 30315?

Among the 9,858 homes in Atlanta 30315, it is worth more than 6% of them ($127,628 against a typical $229,006), its price per square foot is higher than 24% of them ($146 against a typical $181), it is bigger than 7% of them (874 ft² against a typical 1,262 ft²), its lot is bigger than 17% of them (3,998 ft² against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 9% of them (1920 against a typical 1960). Measured against all of Fulton County, it is worth more than almost no 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 Thornton St Sw, Atlanta, GA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 278 Thornton St Sw, Atlanta, GA was $2,373. The county assessed it at $58,000.

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