Single Family ResidenceResidential
Last sold for $7,662,990 on Dec 14, 2021
281 INDEPENDENCE DR
JONESBORO, GA 30238
3
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.
0.29 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1984
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
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$7,662,990 · Dec 14, 2021
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,344 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$104,880 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$7,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$97,680
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$86,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$262,200
Climate Risk
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.55 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.minimal
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
CountyCLAYTON
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.2005
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.29
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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 · 180 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.Foreclosure Filings(1)
Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.
MHE
Pointe South Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.2 mi
Mundy's Mill High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi
Kemp Primary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 4.4 mi
District: Clayton County School District
Neighborhood · ZIP 30238These 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.102
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.94%
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.20%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.40,044
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,325 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$66,253
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$79,425
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.62°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.50 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
281 Independence Dr 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.
- Smaller than 82% of homes in Jonesboro 30238
How it measures up in Jonesboro 30238
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Jonesboro 30238.
Living area1,296 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,626 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 18% of homes nearby
Lot size0.29 ac
SmallerTypical 0.27 acBigger
Bigger than 61% of homes nearby
Year built1984
OlderTypical 1988Newer
Newer than 38% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Jonesboro 30238 | Clayton County |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 1,296 ft² | 18% of homes | 19% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 0.29 ac | 61% of homes | 56% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1984 | 38% of homes | 44% of homes |
About 281 Independence Dr
When did 281 Independence Dr, Jonesboro, GA last sell?
281 Independence Dr, Jonesboro, GA last sold on Dec 14, 2021 for $7,662,990, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.
How big is 281 Independence Dr, Jonesboro, GA?
281 Independence Dr, Jonesboro, GA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,296 square feet of living space and a 0.29-acre lot.
When was 281 Independence Dr, Jonesboro, GA built?
281 Independence Dr, Jonesboro, GA was built in 1984, making it 42 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.
What schools serve 281 Independence Dr, Jonesboro, GA?
281 Independence Dr, Jonesboro, GA is assigned to Pointe South Middle School (middle), rated C; Mundy's Mill High School (high), rated D+; Kemp Primary School (elementary). All sit in Clayton County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 281 Independence Dr, Jonesboro, GA compare to other homes in Jonesboro 30238?
Among the 13,582 homes in Jonesboro 30238, it is bigger than 18% of them (1,296 ft² against a typical 1,626 ft²), its lot is bigger than 61% of them (0.29 ac against a typical 0.27 ac) and it is newer than 38% of them (1984 against a typical 1988). 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 Independence Dr, Jonesboro, GA?
The 2026 property tax bill for 281 Independence Dr, Jonesboro, GA was $3,344. The county assessed it at $104,880.
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