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$212,478$170 / 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 84How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $78,877 on Jan 20, 2010

53 BUFORD RIDLEY RD SE

DALTON, GA 30721
3
Baths
1,248 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.
0.82 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1993
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$212K
$179K low$246K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$78,877 · Jan 20, 2010
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$132,079
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$105,663
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.39%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$80,399
SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS MORTGAGE LLC · recorded Jan 26, 2010

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$346 (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.$72,240 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$69,040
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$74,812
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$180,600

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.11
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
28
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
CountyMurray
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.1994
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.82
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Masonry (Unspecified)
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
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.Deck · 36 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.

Foreclosure Filings(2)

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

E
Spring Place Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 4.2 mi
H
Murray County High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.3 mi
M
Gladden Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 6.6 mi

District: Murray County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 30721These 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.106
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.107
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.136

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.7.6%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
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.54,127
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.426 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$56,800
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$70,019
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.56 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.61%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

53 Buford Ridley Rd Se 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 68% of homes in Dalton 30721
  • Smaller than 65% of homes in Dalton 30721
  • Newer than 65% of homes in Dalton 30721

What homes are worth in Dalton 30721

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

This home
$82K$539K

This home is worth more than 44% of homes in Dalton 30721.

How it measures up in Dalton 30721

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dalton 30721.

Estimated value$212,478
CheaperTypical $223,274Pricier

Pricier than 44% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$170
CheaperTypical $154Pricier

Pricier than 68% of homes nearby

Living area1,248 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,420 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Lot size0.82 ac
SmallerTypical 0.57 acBigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Year built1993
OlderTypical 1983Newer

Newer than 65% of homes nearby

How 53 Buford Ridley Rd Se ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDalton 30721
Estimated valuepricier than$212,47844% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17068% of homes
Living areabigger than1,248 ft²35% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.82 ac63% of homes
Year builtnewer than199365% of homes

About 53 Buford Ridley Rd Se

How much is 53 Buford Ridley Rd Se, Dalton, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 53 Buford Ridley Rd Se, Dalton, GA is $212,478 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $179,080 to $245,876. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 53 Buford Ridley Rd Se, Dalton, GA last sell?

53 Buford Ridley Rd Se, Dalton, GA last sold on Jan 20, 2010 for $78,877, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 53 Buford Ridley Rd Se, Dalton, GA?

53 Buford Ridley Rd Se, Dalton, GA has 3 bathrooms, 1,248 square feet of living space and a 0.82-acre lot.

When was 53 Buford Ridley Rd Se, Dalton, GA built?

53 Buford Ridley Rd Se, Dalton, GA was built in 1993, making it 33 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 53 Buford Ridley Rd Se, Dalton, GA?

53 Buford Ridley Rd Se, Dalton, GA is assigned to Spring Place Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Murray County High School (high), rated C+; Gladden Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Murray County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 53 Buford Ridley Rd Se, Dalton, GA compare to other homes in Dalton 30721?

Among the 14,912 homes in Dalton 30721, it is worth more than 44% of them ($212,478 against a typical $223,274), its price per square foot is higher than 68% of them ($170 against a typical $154), it is bigger than 35% of them (1,248 ft² against a typical 1,420 ft²), its lot is bigger than 63% of them (0.82 ac against a typical 0.57 ac) and it is newer than 65% of them (1993 against a typical 1983). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 53 Buford Ridley Rd Se, Dalton, GA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 53 Buford Ridley Rd Se, Dalton, GA was $346. The county assessed it at $72,240.

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