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$271,534$106 / 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 62How 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

5985 WEST AVE

LAVONIA, GA 30553
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,572 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.
1.05 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1930
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$272K
$167K low$376K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,279 (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.$155,238 (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.$135,238
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$141,872
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$388,096

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.41
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
9
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
87
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
93
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
16
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
CountyFranklin
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.2000
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.05
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
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.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.Patio · 100 ft²Porch · 341 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
Lavonia Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.1 mi
M
Franklin County Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.5 mi
H
Franklin County High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.6 mi

District: Franklin County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 30553These 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.127
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.80

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.80%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.8,765
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.132 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$54,039
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$75,434
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

5985 West Ave 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 less per square foot than 92% of homes in Lavonia 30553
  • Bigger than 90% of homes in Franklin County
  • Has a smaller lot than 69% of homes in Franklin County
  • Older than 95% of homes in Lavonia 30553

What homes are worth in Lavonia 30553

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

This home
$62K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 39% of homes in Lavonia 30553.

How it measures up in Lavonia 30553

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lavonia 30553.

Estimated value$271,534
CheaperTypical $321,284Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$106
CheaperTypical $196Pricier

Pricier than 8% of homes nearby

Living area2,572 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,568 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

Lot size1.05 ac
SmallerTypical 0.92 acBigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Year built1930
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 5% of homes nearby

How 5985 West Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLavonia 30553Franklin County
Estimated valuepricier than$271,53439% of homes48% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1068% of homes15% of homes
Living areabigger than2,572 ft²85% of homes90% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.05 ac57% of homes31% of homes
Year builtnewer than19305% of homes7% of homes

About 5985 West Ave

How much is 5985 West Ave, Lavonia, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5985 West Ave, Lavonia, GA is $271,534 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $167,029 to $376,039. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5985 West Ave, Lavonia, GA last sell?

5985 West Ave, Lavonia, GA last sold on Oct 7, 2021, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5985 West Ave, Lavonia, GA?

5985 West Ave, Lavonia, GA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,572 square feet of living space and a 1.05-acre lot.

When was 5985 West Ave, Lavonia, GA built?

5985 West Ave, Lavonia, GA was built in 1930, making it 96 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5985 West Ave, Lavonia, GA?

5985 West Ave, Lavonia, GA is assigned to Lavonia Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Franklin County Middle School (middle), rated C; Franklin County High School (high), rated C+. All sit in Franklin County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5985 West Ave, Lavonia, GA compare to other homes in Lavonia 30553?

Among the 4,059 homes in Lavonia 30553, it is worth more than 39% of them ($271,534 against a typical $321,284), its price per square foot is higher than 8% of them ($106 against a typical $196), it is bigger than 85% of them (2,572 ft² against a typical 1,568 ft²), its lot is bigger than 57% of them (1.05 ac against a typical 0.92 ac) and it is newer than 5% of them (1930 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of Franklin 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 5985 West Ave, Lavonia, GA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5985 West Ave, Lavonia, GA was $4,279. The county assessed it at $155,238.

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