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$41,557$39 / 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 81How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $26,800 on May 29, 1997

505 BELL ST

AMERICUS, GA 31709
4
Beds
1
Baths
1,068 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.
0.2 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

$42K
$34K low$50K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$26,800 · May 29, 1997

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$332 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$12,520 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,520
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$11,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$12,520
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$31,300

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.8
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
15
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
27
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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
CountySumter
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.20
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
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.None
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.Porch · 108 ft²

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

E
Sumter County Primary School
Elementary · Grades PK–1 · 3.6 mi
M
Sumter County Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 3.8 mi
H
Sumter County High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.0 mi

District: Sumter County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 31709These 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.107
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.74
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.26

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.87%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.23%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.16,024
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.134 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$43,225
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$61,813
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.65°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.49 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

505 Bell 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.

  • Worth less than 94% of homes in Americus 31709
  • Costs less per square foot than 95% of homes in Americus 31709
  • Smaller than 83% of homes in Americus 31709
  • Has a smaller lot than 89% of homes in Sumter County
  • Newer than 75% of homes in Americus 31709

What homes are worth in Americus 31709

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

This home
$27K$484K

This home is worth more than 6% of homes in Americus 31709.

How it measures up in Americus 31709

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Americus 31709.

Estimated value$41,557
CheaperTypical $129,672Pricier

Pricier than 6% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$39
CheaperTypical $87Pricier

Pricier than 5% of homes nearby

Living area1,068 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,557 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 17% of homes nearby

Lot size0.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.43 acBigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Year built1988
OlderTypical 1968Newer

Newer than 75% of homes nearby

How 505 Bell St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAmericus 31709Sumter County
Estimated valuepricier than$41,5576% of homes9% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$395% of homes8% of homes
Living areabigger than1,068 ft²17% of homes20% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.2 ac13% of homes11% of homes
Year builtnewer than198875% of homes69% of homes

About 505 Bell St

How much is 505 Bell St, Americus, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 505 Bell St, Americus, GA is $41,557 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $33,504 to $49,610. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 505 Bell St, Americus, GA last sell?

505 Bell St, Americus, GA last sold on May 29, 1997 for $26,800, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 505 Bell St, Americus, GA?

505 Bell St, Americus, GA has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,068 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.

When was 505 Bell St, Americus, GA built?

505 Bell St, Americus, GA was built in 1988, making it 38 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 505 Bell St, Americus, GA?

505 Bell St, Americus, GA is assigned to Sumter County Primary School (elementary); Sumter County Middle School (middle), rated D+; Sumter County High School (high), rated D+. All sit in Sumter County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 505 Bell St, Americus, GA compare to other homes in Americus 31709?

Among the 4,723 homes in Americus 31709, it is worth more than 6% of them ($41,557 against a typical $129,672), its price per square foot is higher than 5% of them ($39 against a typical $87), it is bigger than 17% of them (1,068 ft² against a typical 1,557 ft²), its lot is bigger than 13% of them (0.2 ac against a typical 0.43 ac) and it is newer than 75% of them (1988 against a typical 1968). Measured against all of Sumter County, it is worth more than 9% 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 505 Bell St, Americus, GA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 505 Bell St, Americus, GA was $332. The county assessed it at $12,520.

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