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$8,074,100$918 / 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 82How 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
Last sold for $20,000,000 on Apr 8, 2024

494 FOREST RD

SEA ISLAND, GA 31561
6
Beds
5.5
Baths
8,793 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.
0.68 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2010
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
14
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$8.1M
$6.6M low$9.5M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$20,000,000 · Apr 8, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$124,568 (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.$4,935,520 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$600,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$4,335,520
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$4,216,960
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$12,338,800

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.62
97
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
54
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
89
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
66
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
7
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.48 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.71%
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Mansion
CountyGLYNN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.68
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Raised (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Tile
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.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 357 ft²Porch · 1,123 ft²

Transaction History(10)

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
Oglethorpe Point Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 3.7 mi
M
Glynn Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 11.1 mi
H
Glynn AcademyA
High · Grades 9–12 · 11.3 mi

District: Glynn County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 31561These 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.155
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.71
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.44

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.45%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,474
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.78 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$94,345
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$168,879
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.68°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.66%

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How this home compares

494 Forest Rd 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 most valuable homes in Glynn County
  • Costs more per square foot than 97% of homes in Glynn County
  • Among the largest homes in Glynn County
  • Has a bigger lot than 80% of homes in Glynn County
  • Newer than 87% of homes in Sea Island 31561

What homes are worth in Sea Island 31561

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

This home
$637K$10M

This home is worth more than 88% of homes in Sea Island 31561.

How it measures up in Sea Island 31561

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Sea Island 31561.

Estimated value$8,074,100
CheaperTypical $4,685,627Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$918
CheaperTypical $1130Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Living area8,793 ft²
SmallerTypical 4,549 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 96% of homes nearby

Lot size0.68 ac
SmallerTypical 0.55 acBigger

Bigger than 79% of homes nearby

Year built2010
OlderTypical 2001Newer

Newer than 87% of homes nearby

How 494 Forest Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSea Island 31561Glynn County
Estimated valuepricier than$8,074,10088% of homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$91816% of homes97% of homes
Living areabigger than8,793 ft²96% of homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than0.68 ac79% of homes80% of homes
Year builtnewer than201087% of homes84% of homes

About 494 Forest Rd

How much is 494 Forest Rd, Sea Island, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 494 Forest Rd, Sea Island, GA is $8,074,100 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $6,615,144 to $9,533,056. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 494 Forest Rd, Sea Island, GA last sell?

494 Forest Rd, Sea Island, GA last sold on Apr 8, 2024 for $20,000,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 494 Forest Rd, Sea Island, GA?

494 Forest Rd, Sea Island, GA has 6 bedrooms, 5.5 bathrooms, 8,793 square feet of living space and a 0.68-acre lot.

When was 494 Forest Rd, Sea Island, GA built?

494 Forest Rd, Sea Island, GA was built in 2010, making it 16 years old. It is a mansion home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 494 Forest Rd, Sea Island, GA?

494 Forest Rd, Sea Island, GA is assigned to Oglethorpe Point Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Glynn Middle School (middle), rated A-; Glynn Academy (high), rated A. All sit in Glynn County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 494 Forest Rd, Sea Island, GA compare to other homes in Sea Island 31561?

Among the 908 homes in Sea Island 31561, it is worth more than 88% of them ($8,074,100 against a typical $4,685,627), its price per square foot is higher than 16% of them ($918 against a typical $1130), it is bigger than 96% of them (8,793 ft² against a typical 4,549 ft²), its lot is bigger than 79% of them (0.68 ac against a typical 0.55 ac) and it is newer than 87% of them (2010 against a typical 2001). Measured against all of Glynn County, it is worth more than almost all 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 494 Forest Rd, Sea Island, GA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 494 Forest Rd, Sea Island, GA was $124,568. The county assessed it at $4,935,520.

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