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$1,037,291$509 / 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 94How 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

4856 MERLENDALE DR

SANDY SPRINGS, GA 30327
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,038 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.
0.74 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1958
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

$1M
$977K low$1.1M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,104 (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.$474,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$387,880
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$86,320
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$233,440
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,185,500

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.58
56
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.
94
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
45
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.20 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.0.2 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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyFULTON
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.1970
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.74
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
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
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.Patio · 408 ft²

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

M
Ridgeview Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.1 mi
E
Heards Ferry Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.4 mi
H
Riverwood International Charter SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.5 mi

District: Fulton County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 30327These 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.44
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.57

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.49%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.1%
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.25,327
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,480 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$181,945
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$273,742
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.61°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.53 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

4856 Merlendale 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.

  • Worth more than 86% of homes in Fulton County
  • Costs more per square foot than 95% of homes in Fulton County
  • Smaller than 85% of homes in Chastain Park
  • Has a bigger lot than 88% of homes in Fulton County
  • Older than 85% of homes in Atlanta 30327

What homes are worth in Atlanta 30327

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

This home
$167K$5.3M

This home is worth more than 28% of homes in Atlanta 30327.

How it measures up in Atlanta 30327

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Atlanta 30327.

Estimated value$1,037,291
CheaperTypical $1,574,027Pricier

Pricier than 28% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$509
CheaperTypical $417Pricier

Pricier than 75% of homes nearby

Living area2,038 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,613 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Lot size0.74 ac
SmallerTypical 0.69 acBigger

Bigger than 53% of homes nearby

Year built1958
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 15% of homes nearby

How 4856 Merlendale Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeChastain ParkAtlanta 30327Fulton County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,037,29117% of homes28% of homes86% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$50952% of homes75% of homes95% of homes
Living areabigger than2,038 ft²15% of homes22% of homes55% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.74 ac67% of homes53% of homes88% of homes
Year builtnewer than195822% of homes15% of homes20% of homes

About 4856 Merlendale Dr

How much is 4856 Merlendale Dr, Sandy Springs, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4856 Merlendale Dr, Sandy Springs, GA is $1,037,291 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $977,295 to $1,097,287. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4856 Merlendale Dr, Sandy Springs, GA last sell?

4856 Merlendale Dr, Sandy Springs, GA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 4856 Merlendale Dr, Sandy Springs, GA?

4856 Merlendale Dr, Sandy Springs, GA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,038 square feet of living space and a 0.74-acre lot.

When was 4856 Merlendale Dr, Sandy Springs, GA built?

4856 Merlendale Dr, Sandy Springs, GA was built in 1958, making it 68 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 4856 Merlendale Dr, Sandy Springs, GA?

4856 Merlendale Dr, Sandy Springs, GA is assigned to Ridgeview Middle School (middle), rated A-; Heards Ferry Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Riverwood International Charter School (high), rated B+. All sit in Fulton County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 4856 Merlendale Dr, Sandy Springs, GA compare to other homes in Atlanta 30327?

Among the 8,424 homes in Atlanta 30327, it is worth more than 28% of them ($1,037,291 against a typical $1,574,027), its price per square foot is higher than 75% of them ($509 against a typical $417), it is bigger than 22% of them (2,038 ft² against a typical 3,613 ft²), its lot is bigger than 53% of them (0.74 ac against a typical 0.69 ac) and it is newer than 15% of them (1958 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Fulton County, it is worth more than 86% 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 4856 Merlendale Dr, Sandy Springs, GA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 4856 Merlendale Dr, Sandy Springs, GA was $2,104. The county assessed it at $474,200.

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