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$2,286,643$322 / 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 90How 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 $700,000 on Oct 25, 1995

5251 LAKE FORREST DR

SANDY SPRINGS, GA 30342
7
Beds
6 / 2
Baths
7,104 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.
4 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1940
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
17
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$2.3M
$2M low$2.5M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$700,000 · Oct 25, 1995

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$21,798 (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.$830,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$339,960
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$490,040
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$821,760
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$2,075,000

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.48
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
9
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
86
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
94
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
45
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.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyFULTON
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.1970
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Neighborhood / Spot
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 900 ft²Porch · 970 ft²

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

M
Ridgeview Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.5 mi
H
Riverwood International Charter SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.2 mi
E
Heards Ferry Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.5 mi

District: Fulton County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 30342These 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.67
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.58

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.46%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.32,779
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,762 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$136,944
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$207,046
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

5251 Lake Forrest 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 more than 98% of homes in Fulton County
  • Costs more per square foot than 76% of homes in Fulton County
  • Among the largest homes in Fulton County
  • Among the largest lots in Atlanta 30342
  • Older than 98% of homes in Atlanta 30342

What homes are worth in Atlanta 30342

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

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$159K$3.9M

This home is worth more than 90% of homes in Atlanta 30342.

How it measures up in Atlanta 30342

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Atlanta 30342.

Estimated value$2,286,643
CheaperTypical $896,483Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$322
CheaperTypical $357Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Living area7,104 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,412 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Lot size4 ac
SmallerTypical 0.41 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built1940
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than 2% of homes nearby

How 5251 Lake Forrest Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAtlanta 30342Fulton County
Estimated valuepricier than$2,286,64390% of homes98% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$32239% of homes76% of homes
Living areabigger than7,104 ft²98% of homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than4 acalmost all homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than19402% of homes10% of homes

About 5251 Lake Forrest Dr

How much is 5251 Lake Forrest Dr, Sandy Springs, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5251 Lake Forrest Dr, Sandy Springs, GA is $2,286,643 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $2,048,182 to $2,525,104. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5251 Lake Forrest Dr, Sandy Springs, GA last sell?

5251 Lake Forrest Dr, Sandy Springs, GA last sold on Oct 25, 1995 for $700,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5251 Lake Forrest Dr, Sandy Springs, GA?

5251 Lake Forrest Dr, Sandy Springs, GA has 7 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms and 7,104 square feet of living space.

When was 5251 Lake Forrest Dr, Sandy Springs, GA built?

5251 Lake Forrest Dr, Sandy Springs, GA was built in 1940, making it 86 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5251 Lake Forrest Dr, Sandy Springs, GA?

5251 Lake Forrest Dr, Sandy Springs, GA is assigned to Ridgeview Middle School (middle), rated A; Riverwood International Charter School (high), rated A; Heards Ferry Elementary School (elementary), rated A-. All sit in Fulton County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5251 Lake Forrest Dr, Sandy Springs, GA compare to other homes in Atlanta 30342?

Among the 8,261 homes in Atlanta 30342, it is worth more than 90% of them ($2,286,643 against a typical $896,483), its price per square foot is higher than 39% of them ($322 against a typical $357), it is bigger than 98% of them (7,104 ft² against a typical 2,412 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (4 ac against a typical 0.41 ac) and it is newer than 2% of them (1940 against a typical 1980). Measured against all of Fulton County, it is worth more than 98% 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 5251 Lake Forrest Dr, Sandy Springs, GA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5251 Lake Forrest Dr, Sandy Springs, GA was $21,798. The county assessed it at $830,000.

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