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$397,937$175 / 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 96How 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 $325,000 on Apr 8, 2022

509 DEFOREST LN

GUYTON, GA 31312
3 / 1
Baths
2,268 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.
0.62 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2020
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$398K
$384K low$412K high
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 8, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,225 (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.$170,762 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$22,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$147,962
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$170,762
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$426,905

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.
34
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.
86
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
11
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
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.62
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.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 270 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
Effingham County High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi
M
Effingham County Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.2 mi
E
Guyton Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.6 mi

District: Effingham County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 31312These 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.82
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.71
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.86

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.20%
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.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.27,540
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.177 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$94,934
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$110,670
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.66°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.62%

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How this home compares

509 Deforest Ln 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 more than 74% of homes in Effingham County
  • Bigger than 71% of homes in Effingham County
  • Newer than 88% of homes in Effingham County

What homes are worth in Guyton 31312

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

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$105K$658K

This home is worth more than 68% of homes in Guyton 31312.

How it measures up in Guyton 31312

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Guyton 31312.

Estimated value$397,937
CheaperTypical $344,025Pricier

Pricier than 68% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$175
CheaperTypical $180Pricier

Pricier than 46% of homes nearby

Living area2,268 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,924 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Lot size0.62 ac
SmallerTypical 0.6 acBigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Year built2020
OlderTypical 2006Newer

Newer than 87% of homes nearby

How 509 Deforest Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGuyton 31312Effingham County
Estimated valuepricier than$397,93768% of homes74% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17546% of homes46% of homes
Living areabigger than2,268 ft²66% of homes71% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.62 ac51% of homes48% of homes
Year builtnewer than202087% of homes88% of homes

About 509 Deforest Ln

How much is 509 Deforest Ln, Guyton, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 509 Deforest Ln, Guyton, GA is $397,937 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $383,537 to $412,337. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 509 Deforest Ln, Guyton, GA last sell?

509 Deforest Ln, Guyton, GA last sold on Apr 8, 2022 for $325,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 509 Deforest Ln, Guyton, GA?

509 Deforest Ln, Guyton, GA has 3 bathrooms, 2,268 square feet of living space and a 0.62-acre lot.

When was 509 Deforest Ln, Guyton, GA built?

509 Deforest Ln, Guyton, GA was built in 2020, making it 6 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 509 Deforest Ln, Guyton, GA?

509 Deforest Ln, Guyton, GA is assigned to Effingham County High School (high), rated B-; Effingham County Middle School (middle), rated B; Guyton Elementary School (elementary), rated B. All sit in Effingham County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 509 Deforest Ln, Guyton, GA compare to other homes in Guyton 31312?

Among the 10,060 homes in Guyton 31312, it is worth more than 68% of them ($397,937 against a typical $344,025), its price per square foot is higher than 46% of them ($175 against a typical $180), it is bigger than 66% of them (2,268 ft² against a typical 1,924 ft²), its lot is bigger than 51% of them (0.62 ac against a typical 0.6 ac) and it is newer than 87% of them (2020 against a typical 2006). Measured against all of Effingham County, it is worth more than 74% 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 509 Deforest Ln, Guyton, GA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 509 Deforest Ln, Guyton, GA was $4,225. The county assessed it at $170,762.

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