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Last sold for $325,000 on Apr 30, 2025

505 WATKINS ST

AUGUSTA, GA 30901
1
Beds
1
Baths
412 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.
2,178 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1906
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$325,000 · Apr 30, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,145 (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.$9,701 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,596
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$8,105
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$8,894
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$24,253

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.38
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
5
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
94
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
69
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
24
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
CountyRICHMOND
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.1983
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.05
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
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 · 78 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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
Lucy Laney High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi
M
W. S. Hornsby Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.5 mi
E
W. S. Hornsby Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.5 mi

District: Richmond County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 30901These 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.168
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.72
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.94

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.82%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.7.6%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.35%
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.15,154
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,017 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$28,240
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$41,088
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.64°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 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 Watkins 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.

  • Among the smallest homes in Old City
  • Has a smaller lot than 97% of homes in Old City
  • Among the oldest homes in Richmond County

How it measures up in Augusta 30901

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Augusta 30901.

Living area412 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,250 ft²Bigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Lot size2,178 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 7% of homes nearby

Year built1906
OlderTypical 1953Newer

Newer than 8% of homes nearby

How 505 Watkins St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOld CityAugusta 30901Richmond County
Living areabigger than412 ft²almost no homesalmost no homesalmost no homes
Lot sizebigger than2,178 ft²3% of homes7% of homes3% of homes
Year builtnewer than19066% of homes8% of homesalmost no homes

About 505 Watkins St

When did 505 Watkins St, Augusta, GA last sell?

505 Watkins St, Augusta, GA last sold on Apr 30, 2025 for $325,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 505 Watkins St, Augusta, GA?

505 Watkins St, Augusta, GA has 1 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 412 square feet of living space and a 0.05-acre lot.

When was 505 Watkins St, Augusta, GA built?

505 Watkins St, Augusta, GA was built in 1906, making it 120 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 505 Watkins St, Augusta, GA?

505 Watkins St, Augusta, GA is assigned to Lucy Laney High School (high), rated D-; W. S. Hornsby Middle School (middle), rated C-; W. S. Hornsby Elementary School (elementary), rated D+. All sit in Richmond County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 505 Watkins St, Augusta, GA compare to other homes in Augusta 30901?

Among the 4,088 homes in Augusta 30901, it is bigger than almost none of them (412 ft² against a typical 1,250 ft²), its lot is bigger than 7% of them (2,178 ft² against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 8% of them (1906 against a typical 1953). 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 Watkins St, Augusta, GA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 505 Watkins St, Augusta, GA was $1,145. The county assessed it at $9,701.

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