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$76,477$41 / 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 82How 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 $49,000 on May 4, 2017

5598 GA HIGHWAY 88

MATTHEWS, GA 30818
2
Baths
1,876 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.
0.72 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1974
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$76K
$63K low$90K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$49,000 · May 4, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$762 (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.$23,752 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,289
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$22,463
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$22,004
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$59,380

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.46
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
21
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
91
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
89
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
30
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
CountyJefferson
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.72
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.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
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.Carport (Unspecified)
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.Porch · 305 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
Wrens Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 5.1 mi
H
Jefferson County High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 9.6 mi
M
Jefferson County Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 10.0 mi

District: Jefferson County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 30818These 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.78
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.65
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.71

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.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.6.2%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.21%
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.873
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.27 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$96,259
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$87,157
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.63°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 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

5598 Ga Highway 88 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 70% of homes in Matthews 30818
  • Costs less per square foot than 92% of homes in Matthews 30818
  • Bigger than 72% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Has a smaller lot than 91% of homes in Matthews 30818

What homes are worth in Matthews 30818

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

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$28K$533K

This home is worth more than 30% of homes in Matthews 30818.

How it measures up in Matthews 30818

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Matthews 30818.

Estimated value$76,477
CheaperTypical $127,917Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$41
CheaperTypical $82Pricier

Pricier than 8% of homes nearby

Living area1,876 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,638 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Lot size0.72 ac
SmallerTypical 2 acBigger

Bigger than 9% of homes nearby

Year built1974
OlderTypical 1984Newer

Newer than 36% of homes nearby

How 5598 Ga Highway 88 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMatthews 30818Jefferson County
Estimated valuepricier than$76,47730% of homes43% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$418% of homes19% of homes
Living areabigger than1,876 ft²65% of homes72% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.72 ac9% of homes40% of homes
Year builtnewer than197436% of homes46% of homes

About 5598 Ga Highway 88

How much is 5598 Ga Highway 88, Matthews, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5598 Ga Highway 88, Matthews, GA is $76,477 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $62,511 to $90,443. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5598 Ga Highway 88, Matthews, GA last sell?

5598 Ga Highway 88, Matthews, GA last sold on May 4, 2017 for $49,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5598 Ga Highway 88, Matthews, GA?

5598 Ga Highway 88, Matthews, GA has 2 bathrooms, 1,876 square feet of living space and a 0.72-acre lot.

When was 5598 Ga Highway 88, Matthews, GA built?

5598 Ga Highway 88, Matthews, GA was built in 1974, making it 52 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5598 Ga Highway 88, Matthews, GA?

5598 Ga Highway 88, Matthews, GA is assigned to Wrens Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Jefferson County High School (high), rated D+; Jefferson County Middle School (middle), rated D+. All sit in Jefferson County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5598 Ga Highway 88, Matthews, GA compare to other homes in Matthews 30818?

Among the 237 homes in Matthews 30818, it is worth more than 30% of them ($76,477 against a typical $127,917), its price per square foot is higher than 8% of them ($41 against a typical $82), it is bigger than 65% of them (1,876 ft² against a typical 1,638 ft²), its lot is bigger than 9% of them (0.72 ac against a typical 2 ac) and it is newer than 36% of them (1974 against a typical 1984). Measured against all of Jefferson County, it is worth more than 43% 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 5598 Ga Highway 88, Matthews, GA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5598 Ga Highway 88, Matthews, GA was $762. The county assessed it at $23,752.

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