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$367,636$212 / 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 88How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026

281 BUFORD RIDLEY RD SE

DALTON, GA 30721
2
Baths
1,736 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.
4.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2019
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$368K
$325K low$411K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$327,636
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$262,109
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.11%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$40,000
SYNOVUS BANK · recorded May 28, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$381 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$126,272 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$12,160
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$114,112
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$126,272
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$315,680

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.30
96
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
28
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
27
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.124 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

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
CountyMurray
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.4.16
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.Metal
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.Carport (Unspecified)
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.Deck · 16 ft²Porch · 240 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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
Spring Place Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 4.5 mi
H
Murray County High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.6 mi
M
Gladden Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 6.9 mi

District: Murray County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 30721These 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.106
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.107
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.136

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.94%
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.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.54,127
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.426 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$56,800
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$70,019
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.56 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.61%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

281 Buford Ridley Rd Se 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 more than 92% of homes in Dalton 30721
  • Costs more per square foot than 93% of homes in Dalton 30721
  • Bigger than 74% of homes in Dalton 30721
  • Has a bigger lot than 90% of homes in Dalton 30721
  • Newer than 96% of homes in Dalton 30721

What homes are worth in Dalton 30721

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

This home
$81K$510K

This home is worth more than 92% of homes in Dalton 30721.

How it measures up in Dalton 30721

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dalton 30721.

Estimated value$367,636
CheaperTypical $223,113Pricier

Pricier than 92% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$212
CheaperTypical $154Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Living area1,736 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,421 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Lot size4.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.57 acBigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Year built2019
OlderTypical 1983Newer

Newer than 96% of homes nearby

How 281 Buford Ridley Rd Se ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDalton 30721
Estimated valuepricier than$367,63692% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21293% of homes
Living areabigger than1,736 ft²74% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4.16 ac90% of homes
Year builtnewer than201996% of homes

About 281 Buford Ridley Rd Se

How much is 281 Buford Ridley Rd Se, Dalton, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 281 Buford Ridley Rd Se, Dalton, GA is $367,636 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $324,699 to $410,573. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 281 Buford Ridley Rd Se, Dalton, GA last sell?

281 Buford Ridley Rd Se, Dalton, GA last sold on Apr 23, 2021, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 281 Buford Ridley Rd Se, Dalton, GA?

281 Buford Ridley Rd Se, Dalton, GA has 2 bathrooms, 1,736 square feet of living space and a 4.16-acre lot.

When was 281 Buford Ridley Rd Se, Dalton, GA built?

281 Buford Ridley Rd Se, Dalton, GA was built in 2019, making it 7 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 281 Buford Ridley Rd Se, Dalton, GA?

281 Buford Ridley Rd Se, Dalton, GA is assigned to Spring Place Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Murray County High School (high), rated C+; Gladden Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Murray County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 281 Buford Ridley Rd Se, Dalton, GA compare to other homes in Dalton 30721?

Among the 14,912 homes in Dalton 30721, it is worth more than 92% of them ($367,636 against a typical $223,113), its price per square foot is higher than 93% of them ($212 against a typical $154), it is bigger than 74% of them (1,736 ft² against a typical 1,421 ft²), its lot is bigger than 90% of them (4.16 ac against a typical 0.57 ac) and it is newer than 96% of them (2019 against a typical 1983). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 281 Buford Ridley Rd Se, Dalton, GA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 281 Buford Ridley Rd Se, Dalton, GA was $381. The county assessed it at $126,272.

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