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$772,908$239 / 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 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

545 FOREST ST

BUFORD, GA 30518
5
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,230 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.
0.3 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2023
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
11
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$773K
$721K low$825K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,308 (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.$322,480 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$40,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$282,480
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$310,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$806,200

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
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
18
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.
97
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
41
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyGWINNETT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.30
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.No Foundation
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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.No
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Primary
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 56 ft²Porch · 224 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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
Buford Academy
Elementary · Grades 1–3 · 0.4 mi
H
Buford High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi
M
Buford Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi

District: Buford City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 30518These 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.89
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.81
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.61

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.25%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.60,951
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,297 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$99,275
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$118,931
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.55 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

545 Forest St 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 95% of homes in Gwinnett County
  • Costs more per square foot than 93% of homes in Gwinnett County
  • Bigger than 81% of homes in Buford 30518
  • Newer than 98% of homes in Buford 30518

What homes are worth in Buford 30518

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

This home
$243K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 91% of homes in Buford 30518.

How it measures up in Buford 30518

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Buford 30518.

Estimated value$772,908
CheaperTypical $464,201Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$239
CheaperTypical $203Pricier

Pricier than 82% of homes nearby

Living area3,230 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,348 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Lot size0.3 ac
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 54% of homes nearby

Year built2023
OlderTypical 2001Newer

Newer than 98% of homes nearby

How 545 Forest St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBuford 30518Gwinnett County
Estimated valuepricier than$772,90891% of homes95% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23982% of homes93% of homes
Living areabigger than3,230 ft²81% of homes81% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.3 ac54% of homes50% of homes
Year builtnewer than202398% of homes98% of homes

About 545 Forest St

How much is 545 Forest St, Buford, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 545 Forest St, Buford, GA is $772,908 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $720,843 to $824,973. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 545 Forest St, Buford, GA last sell?

545 Forest St, Buford, GA last sold on Jun 24, 2026, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 545 Forest St, Buford, GA?

545 Forest St, Buford, GA has 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 3,230 square feet of living space and a 0.30-acre lot.

When was 545 Forest St, Buford, GA built?

545 Forest St, Buford, GA was built in 2023, making it 3 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 545 Forest St, Buford, GA?

545 Forest St, Buford, GA is assigned to Buford Academy (elementary); Buford High School (high), rated A; Buford Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Buford City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 545 Forest St, Buford, GA compare to other homes in Buford 30518?

Among the 18,519 homes in Buford 30518, it is worth more than 91% of them ($772,908 against a typical $464,201), its price per square foot is higher than 82% of them ($239 against a typical $203), it is bigger than 81% of them (3,230 ft² against a typical 2,348 ft²), its lot is bigger than 54% of them (0.3 ac against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 98% of them (2023 against a typical 2001). Measured against all of Gwinnett County, it is worth more than 95% 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 545 Forest St, Buford, GA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 545 Forest St, Buford, GA was $4,308. The county assessed it at $322,480.

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