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$829,160$259 / 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 95How 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

488 LAKE PLACE DR

LAVONIA, GA 30553
3
Beds
3
Baths
3,204 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.
0.51 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1988
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

$829K
$787K low$871K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,954 (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.$257,662 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$90,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$167,662
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$200,564
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$644,154

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.50
10
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.
87
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
93
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
50
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.1 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
CountyFRANKLIN
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.2015
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.51
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
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
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 · 224 ft²Patio · 192 ft²Porch · 354 ft²Boat access

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.

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

E
Lavonia Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 5.6 mi
M
Franklin County Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 9.9 mi
H
Franklin County High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 12.3 mi

District: Franklin County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 30553These 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.127
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.80

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.80%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
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.8,765
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.132 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$54,039
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$75,434
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

488 Lake Place 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 97% of homes in Franklin County
  • Costs more per square foot than 84% of homes in Franklin County
  • Bigger than 95% of homes in Franklin County
  • Has a smaller lot than 87% of homes in Franklin County

What homes are worth in Lavonia 30553

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

This home
$60K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 93% of homes in Lavonia 30553.

How it measures up in Lavonia 30553

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lavonia 30553.

Estimated value$829,160
CheaperTypical $321,284Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$259
CheaperTypical $195Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Living area3,204 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,576 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Lot size0.51 ac
SmallerTypical 0.92 acBigger

Bigger than 32% of homes nearby

Year built1988
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 52% of homes nearby

How 488 Lake Place Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLavonia 30553Franklin County
Estimated valuepricier than$829,16093% of homes97% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25970% of homes84% of homes
Living areabigger than3,204 ft²92% of homes95% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.51 ac32% of homes13% of homes
Year builtnewer than198852% of homes51% of homes

About 488 Lake Place Dr

How much is 488 Lake Place Dr, Lavonia, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 488 Lake Place Dr, Lavonia, GA is $829,160 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $787,080 to $871,240. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 488 Lake Place Dr, Lavonia, GA last sell?

488 Lake Place Dr, Lavonia, GA last sold on Feb 12, 2024, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 488 Lake Place Dr, Lavonia, GA?

488 Lake Place Dr, Lavonia, GA has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3,204 square feet of living space and a 0.51-acre lot.

When was 488 Lake Place Dr, Lavonia, GA built?

488 Lake Place Dr, Lavonia, GA was built in 1988, making it 38 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 488 Lake Place Dr, Lavonia, GA?

488 Lake Place Dr, Lavonia, GA is assigned to Lavonia Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Franklin County Middle School (middle), rated C+; Franklin County High School (high), rated C+. All sit in Franklin County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 488 Lake Place Dr, Lavonia, GA compare to other homes in Lavonia 30553?

Among the 4,059 homes in Lavonia 30553, it is worth more than 93% of them ($829,160 against a typical $321,284), its price per square foot is higher than 70% of them ($259 against a typical $195), it is bigger than 92% of them (3,204 ft² against a typical 1,576 ft²), its lot is bigger than 32% of them (0.51 ac against a typical 0.92 ac) and it is newer than 52% of them (1988 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of Franklin County, it is worth more than 97% 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 488 Lake Place Dr, Lavonia, GA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 488 Lake Place Dr, Lavonia, GA was $5,954. The county assessed it at $257,662.

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