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$302,354$105 / 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 89How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $298,000 on Jul 15, 2025

496 BENSON ST

HARTWELL, GA 30643
3
Beds
4 / 1
Baths
2,877 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.
1.48 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1890
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$302K
$268K low$337K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$298,000 · Jul 15, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,667 (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.$90,178 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$8,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$81,378
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$92,088
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$225,444

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyHart
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.1980
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.48
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.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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 3,344 ft²Porch · 514 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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.

H
Hart County High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.3 mi
E
Hartwell Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Hart County Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi

District: Hart County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 30643These 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.113
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.83

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.83%
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.8.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.17,310
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.129 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$62,195
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$79,545
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.61°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.52 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

496 Benson St 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 86% of homes in Hartwell 30643
  • Bigger than 88% of homes in Hart County
  • Has a bigger lot than 70% of homes in Hartwell 30643
  • Among the oldest homes in Hartwell 30643

What homes are worth in Hartwell 30643

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

This home
$67K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 51% of homes in Hartwell 30643.

How it measures up in Hartwell 30643

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Hartwell 30643.

Estimated value$302,354
CheaperTypical $300,243Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$105
CheaperTypical $182Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Living area2,877 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,584 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Lot size1.48 ac
SmallerTypical 0.94 acBigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Year built1890
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 496 Benson St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHartwell 30643Hart County
Estimated valuepricier than$302,35451% of homes51% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$10514% of homes15% of homes
Living areabigger than2,877 ft²87% of homes88% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.48 ac70% of homes62% of homes
Year builtnewer than1890almost no homesalmost no homes

About 496 Benson St

How much is 496 Benson St, Hartwell, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 496 Benson St, Hartwell, GA is $302,354 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $267,629 to $337,079. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 496 Benson St, Hartwell, GA last sell?

496 Benson St, Hartwell, GA last sold on Jul 15, 2025 for $298,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 496 Benson St, Hartwell, GA?

496 Benson St, Hartwell, GA has 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 2,877 square feet of living space and a 1.48-acre lot.

When was 496 Benson St, Hartwell, GA built?

496 Benson St, Hartwell, GA was built in 1890, making it 136 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 496 Benson St, Hartwell, GA?

496 Benson St, Hartwell, GA is assigned to Hart County High School (high), rated C+; Hartwell Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Hart County Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in Hart County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 496 Benson St, Hartwell, GA compare to other homes in Hartwell 30643?

Among the 8,316 homes in Hartwell 30643, it is worth more than 51% of them ($302,354 against a typical $300,243), its price per square foot is higher than 14% of them ($105 against a typical $182), it is bigger than 87% of them (2,877 ft² against a typical 1,584 ft²), its lot is bigger than 70% of them (1.48 ac against a typical 0.94 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1890 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of Hart County, it is worth more than 51% 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 496 Benson St, Hartwell, GA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 496 Benson St, Hartwell, GA was $1,667. The county assessed it at $90,178.

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