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$244,640$450 / 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 85How 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

496 KNOTTYWOOD DR

LAVONIA, GA 30553
1
Beds
1 / 1
Baths
544 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.
0.56 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.
3
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$245K
$207K low$282K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,766 (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.$162,971 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$86,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$76,571
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$137,539
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$407,428

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.64
77
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.
95
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.63 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.2000
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.56
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
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 · 160 ft²Porch · 688 ft²Boat access

Transaction History(1)

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 · 4.7 mi
M
Franklin County Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 9.3 mi
H
Franklin County High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 11.6 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

496 Knottywood 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 less than 68% of homes in Lavonia 30553
  • Costs more per square foot than 98% of homes in Franklin County
  • Among the smallest homes in Lavonia 30553
  • Has a smaller lot than 85% 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
$66K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 32% 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$244,640
CheaperTypical $323,064Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$450
CheaperTypical $195Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Living area544 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,568 ft²Bigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.56 ac
SmallerTypical 0.92 acBigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Year built1984
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 44% of homes nearby

How 496 Knottywood Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLavonia 30553Franklin County
Estimated valuepricier than$244,64032% of homes42% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$45095% of homes98% of homes
Living areabigger than544 ft²almost no homesalmost no homes
Lot sizebigger than0.56 ac35% of homes15% of homes
Year builtnewer than198444% of homes45% of homes

About 496 Knottywood Dr

How much is 496 Knottywood Dr, Lavonia, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 496 Knottywood Dr, Lavonia, GA is $244,640 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $207,397 to $281,883. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 496 Knottywood Dr, Lavonia, GA last sell?

496 Knottywood Dr, Lavonia, GA last sold on Oct 24, 2025, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 496 Knottywood Dr, Lavonia, GA?

496 Knottywood Dr, Lavonia, GA has 1 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 544 square feet of living space and a 0.56-acre lot.

When was 496 Knottywood Dr, Lavonia, GA built?

496 Knottywood Dr, Lavonia, GA was built in 1984, making it 42 years old.

What schools serve 496 Knottywood Dr, Lavonia, GA?

496 Knottywood 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 496 Knottywood Dr, Lavonia, GA compare to other homes in Lavonia 30553?

Among the 4,059 homes in Lavonia 30553, it is worth more than 32% of them ($244,640 against a typical $323,064), its price per square foot is higher than 95% of them ($450 against a typical $195), it is bigger than almost none of them (544 ft² against a typical 1,568 ft²), its lot is bigger than 35% of them (0.56 ac against a typical 0.92 ac) and it is newer than 44% of them (1984 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of Franklin County, it is worth more than 42% 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 Knottywood Dr, Lavonia, GA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 496 Knottywood Dr, Lavonia, GA was $3,766. The county assessed it at $162,971.

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