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$200,659$142 / 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 91How 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 $93,000 on Sep 30, 2009

497 CENTRAL AVE

MELDRIM, GA 31318
1
Baths
1,410 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.
0.76 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1942
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$201K
$183K low$218K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$93,000 · Sep 30, 2009

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,610 (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.$64,003 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$19,760
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$44,243
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$66,658
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$160,007

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.45
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
32
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
93
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
80
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
21
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
CountyEffingham
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.1977
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.76
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Pier/Post & Beam
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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.Shed · 320 ft²Porch · 565 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.

M
South Effingham Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.0 mi
H
South Effingham High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.0 mi
E
Sand Hill Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 5.5 mi

District: Effingham County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 31318These 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.73
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.89

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.4.8%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.6%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.100
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.166 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$54,577
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$59,039
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.66°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.62%

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How this home compares

497 Central Ave 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 89% of homes in Effingham County
  • Costs less per square foot than 81% of homes in Effingham County
  • Smaller than 77% of homes in Effingham County
  • Older than 97% of homes in Effingham County

What homes are worth in Meldrim 31318

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

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$82K$478K

This home is worth more than 49% of homes in Meldrim 31318.

How it measures up in Meldrim 31318

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Meldrim 31318.

Estimated value$200,659
CheaperTypical $209,465Pricier

Pricier than 49% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$142
CheaperTypical $132Pricier

Pricier than 64% of homes nearby

Living area1,410 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,568 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 40% of homes nearby

Lot size0.76 ac
SmallerTypical 0.57 acBigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Year built1942
OlderTypical 1984Newer

Newer than 14% of homes nearby

How 497 Central Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMeldrim 31318Effingham County
Estimated valuepricier than$200,65949% of homes11% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14264% of homes19% of homes
Living areabigger than1,410 ft²40% of homes23% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.76 ac63% of homes56% of homes
Year builtnewer than194214% of homes3% of homes

About 497 Central Ave

How much is 497 Central Ave, Meldrim, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 497 Central Ave, Meldrim, GA is $200,659 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $183,372 to $217,946. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 497 Central Ave, Meldrim, GA last sell?

497 Central Ave, Meldrim, GA last sold on Sep 30, 2009 for $93,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 497 Central Ave, Meldrim, GA?

497 Central Ave, Meldrim, GA has 1 bathrooms, 1,410 square feet of living space and a 0.76-acre lot.

When was 497 Central Ave, Meldrim, GA built?

497 Central Ave, Meldrim, GA was built in 1942, making it 84 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 497 Central Ave, Meldrim, GA?

497 Central Ave, Meldrim, GA is assigned to South Effingham Middle School (middle), rated A; South Effingham High School (high), rated B+; Sand Hill Elementary School (elementary), rated A-. All sit in Effingham County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 497 Central Ave, Meldrim, GA compare to other homes in Meldrim 31318?

Among the 213 homes in Meldrim 31318, it is worth more than 49% of them ($200,659 against a typical $209,465), its price per square foot is higher than 64% of them ($142 against a typical $132), it is bigger than 40% of them (1,410 ft² against a typical 1,568 ft²), its lot is bigger than 63% of them (0.76 ac against a typical 0.57 ac) and it is newer than 14% of them (1942 against a typical 1984). Measured against all of Effingham County, it is worth more than 11% 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 497 Central Ave, Meldrim, GA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 497 Central Ave, Meldrim, GA was $1,610. The county assessed it at $64,003.

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