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$1,047,499$256 / 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 94How 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 $638,570 on Dec 6, 2019

5261 MERLOT DR

ACWORTH, GA 30101
5
Beds
4.5
Baths
4,085 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.
0.9 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2019
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1M
$983K low$1.1M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$638,570 · Dec 6, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,577 (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.$333,660 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$50,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$283,660
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$394,460
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$834,150

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.49
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
24
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
85
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
91
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.
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.Bi-Level
CountyCOBB
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.90
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.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 · 573 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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
Durham Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi
E
Frey Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
H
Allatoona High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi

District: Cobb County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 30101These 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.65
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.70

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.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.0%
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.65,552
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,429 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$112,789
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$131,112
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.54 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

5261 Merlot 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 Acworth 30101
  • Costs more per square foot than 94% of homes in Acworth 30101
  • Bigger than 89% of homes in Cobb County
  • Has a bigger lot than 93% of homes in Cobb County
  • Newer than 96% of homes in Cobb County

What homes are worth in Acworth 30101

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

This home
$225K$1M

This home is worth more than 98% of homes in Acworth 30101.

How it measures up in Acworth 30101

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Acworth 30101.

Estimated value$1,047,499
CheaperTypical $436,396Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$256
CheaperTypical $187Pricier

Pricier than 94% of homes nearby

Living area4,085 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,392 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Lot size0.9 ac
SmallerTypical 0.34 acBigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Year built2019
OlderTypical 1999Newer

Newer than 93% of homes nearby

How 5261 Merlot Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAcworth 30101Cobb County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,047,49998% of homes96% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25694% of homes89% of homes
Living areabigger than4,085 ft²88% of homes89% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.9 ac87% of homes93% of homes
Year builtnewer than201993% of homes96% of homes

About 5261 Merlot Dr

How much is 5261 Merlot Dr, Acworth, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5261 Merlot Dr, Acworth, GA is $1,047,499 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $982,532 to $1,112,466. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5261 Merlot Dr, Acworth, GA last sell?

5261 Merlot Dr, Acworth, GA last sold on Dec 6, 2019 for $638,570, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5261 Merlot Dr, Acworth, GA?

5261 Merlot Dr, Acworth, GA has 5 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, 4,085 square feet of living space and a 0.90-acre lot.

When was 5261 Merlot Dr, Acworth, GA built?

5261 Merlot Dr, Acworth, GA was built in 2019, making it 7 years old. It is a bi-level home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5261 Merlot Dr, Acworth, GA?

5261 Merlot Dr, Acworth, GA is assigned to Durham Middle School (middle), rated B; Frey Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Allatoona High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Cobb County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5261 Merlot Dr, Acworth, GA compare to other homes in Acworth 30101?

Among the 21,580 homes in Acworth 30101, it is worth more than 98% of them ($1,047,499 against a typical $436,396), its price per square foot is higher than 94% of them ($256 against a typical $187), it is bigger than 88% of them (4,085 ft² against a typical 2,392 ft²), its lot is bigger than 87% of them (0.9 ac against a typical 0.34 ac) and it is newer than 93% of them (2019 against a typical 1999). Measured against all of Cobb County, it is worth more than 96% 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 5261 Merlot Dr, Acworth, GA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 5261 Merlot Dr, Acworth, GA was $8,577. The county assessed it at $333,660.

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