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$676,566$334 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $494,900 on Sep 30, 2020

5540 WINDY RIDGE DR

SANDY SPRINGS, GA 30342
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,028 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.
0.49 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1968
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$677K
$638K low$715K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$494,900 · Sep 30, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,418 (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.$208,040 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$70,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$137,440
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$194,680
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$520,100

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.
15
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.
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.
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.Colonial
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.1990
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.49
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.Porch · 234 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.

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

E
High Point Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.6 mi
M
Ridgeview Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.0 mi
H
Riverwood International Charter SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.6 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

5540 Windy Ridge 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 less than 71% of homes in High Point
  • Costs more per square foot than 78% of homes in Fulton County
  • Smaller than 67% of homes in High Point
  • Has a bigger lot than 80% of homes in Fulton County
  • Older than 72% of homes in Fulton County

What homes are worth in Atlanta 30342

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

This home
$148K$4.1M

This home is worth more than 34% 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$676,566
CheaperTypical $914,846Pricier

Pricier than 34% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$334
CheaperTypical $362Pricier

Pricier than 42% of homes nearby

Living area2,028 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,412 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 38% of homes nearby

Lot size0.49 ac
SmallerTypical 0.41 acBigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Year built1968
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than 36% of homes nearby

How 5540 Windy Ridge Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHigh PointAtlanta 30342Fulton County
Estimated valuepricier than$676,56629% of homes34% of homes71% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$33450% of homes42% of homes78% of homes
Living areabigger than2,028 ft²33% of homes38% of homes55% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.49 ac68% of homes65% of homes80% of homes
Year builtnewer than196831% of homes36% of homes28% of homes

About 5540 Windy Ridge Dr

How much is 5540 Windy Ridge Dr, Sandy Springs, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5540 Windy Ridge Dr, Sandy Springs, GA is $676,566 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $637,878 to $715,254. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5540 Windy Ridge Dr, Sandy Springs, GA last sell?

5540 Windy Ridge Dr, Sandy Springs, GA last sold on Sep 30, 2020 for $494,900, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5540 Windy Ridge Dr, Sandy Springs, GA?

5540 Windy Ridge Dr, Sandy Springs, GA has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,028 square feet of living space and a 0.49-acre lot.

When was 5540 Windy Ridge Dr, Sandy Springs, GA built?

5540 Windy Ridge Dr, Sandy Springs, GA was built in 1968, making it 58 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5540 Windy Ridge Dr, Sandy Springs, GA?

5540 Windy Ridge Dr, Sandy Springs, GA is assigned to High Point Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Ridgeview Middle School (middle), rated A; Riverwood International Charter School (high), rated A. All sit in Fulton County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5540 Windy Ridge Dr, Sandy Springs, GA compare to other homes in Atlanta 30342?

Among the 8,262 homes in Atlanta 30342, it is worth more than 34% of them ($676,566 against a typical $914,846), its price per square foot is higher than 42% of them ($334 against a typical $362), it is bigger than 38% of them (2,028 ft² against a typical 2,412 ft²), its lot is bigger than 65% of them (0.49 ac against a typical 0.41 ac) and it is newer than 36% of them (1968 against a typical 1980). Measured against all of Fulton County, it is worth more than 71% 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 5540 Windy Ridge Dr, Sandy Springs, GA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5540 Windy Ridge Dr, Sandy Springs, GA was $6,418. The county assessed it at $208,040.

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