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$304,525$207 / 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 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $183,900 on Jun 7, 2006

539 LANTERN WOOD DR

SCOTTDALE, GA 30079
3
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
1,470 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.
871 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2002
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$305K
$281K low$328K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$183,900 · Jun 7, 2006

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,825 (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.$119,880 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$20,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$99,880
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$112,480
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$299,700

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.14 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.Townhouse
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Townhouse
CountyDeKalb
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.02
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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, Basement
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.Patio · 320 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.

E
Avondale Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.4 mi
M
Druid Hills Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.4 mi
H
Druid Hills High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.9 mi

District: Dekalb County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 30079These 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.171
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.54

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.17%
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.4,187
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,930 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$75,820
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$91,732
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

539 Lantern Wood 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.

  • Smaller than 72% of homes in DeKalb County
  • Among the smallest lots in Scottdale 30079
  • Newer than 83% of homes in DeKalb County

What homes are worth in Scottdale 30079

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

This home
$155K$713K

This home is worth more than 48% of homes in Scottdale 30079.

How it measures up in Scottdale 30079

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Scottdale 30079.

Estimated value$304,525
CheaperTypical $310,402Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$207
CheaperTypical $210Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Living area1,470 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,540 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 47% of homes nearby

Lot size871 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built2002
OlderTypical 1968Newer

Newer than 72% of homes nearby

How 539 Lantern Wood Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeScottdale 30079DeKalb County
Estimated valuepricier than$304,52548% of homes48% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20748% of homes58% of homes
Living areabigger than1,470 ft²47% of homes28% of homes
Lot sizebigger than871 ft²almost no homes2% of homes
Year builtnewer than200272% of homes83% of homes

About 539 Lantern Wood Dr

How much is 539 Lantern Wood Dr, Scottdale, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 539 Lantern Wood Dr, Scottdale, GA is $304,525 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $281,103 to $327,947. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 539 Lantern Wood Dr, Scottdale, GA last sell?

539 Lantern Wood Dr, Scottdale, GA last sold on Jun 7, 2006 for $183,900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 539 Lantern Wood Dr, Scottdale, GA?

539 Lantern Wood Dr, Scottdale, GA has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,470 square feet of living space and a 0.02-acre lot.

When was 539 Lantern Wood Dr, Scottdale, GA built?

539 Lantern Wood Dr, Scottdale, GA was built in 2002, making it 24 years old. It is a townhouse home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 539 Lantern Wood Dr, Scottdale, GA?

539 Lantern Wood Dr, Scottdale, GA is assigned to Avondale Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Druid Hills Middle School (middle), rated B-; Druid Hills High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Dekalb County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 539 Lantern Wood Dr, Scottdale, GA compare to other homes in Scottdale 30079?

Among the 1,311 homes in Scottdale 30079, it is worth more than 48% of them ($304,525 against a typical $310,402), its price per square foot is higher than 48% of them ($207 against a typical $210), it is bigger than 47% of them (1,470 ft² against a typical 1,540 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (871 ft² against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 72% of them (2002 against a typical 1968). Measured against all of DeKalb County, it is worth more than 48% 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 539 Lantern Wood Dr, Scottdale, GA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 539 Lantern Wood Dr, Scottdale, GA was $3,825. The county assessed it at $119,880.

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