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$585,720$223 / 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 95How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $585,000 on May 29, 2026

6597 RIVER ISLAND DR

BUFORD, GA 30518
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,630 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.
0.24 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2001
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
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.
Pre-foreclosure (NTS)A foreclosure notice on this home is currently active. Many are worked out before any auction happens.
Auction scheduled for Jun 2, 2026.

Valuation

$586K
$557K low$615K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$585,000 · May 29, 2026
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$299,320
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$239,456
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.49%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$226,400
AMERICAN MORTGAGE EXPRESS FINA · R · recorded Oct 17, 2005
2nd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$60,000
AMERICAN MORTGAGE EXPRESS FINA

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,577 (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.$227,440 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$50,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$177,440
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$189,960
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$568,600

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.0.24
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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, 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 · 120 ft²Patio · 120 ft²Porch · 159 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.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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

E
White Oak Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
M
Lanier Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
H
Lanier High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.7 mi

District: Gwinnett County 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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

6597 River Island 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 more than 85% of homes in Gwinnett County
  • Costs more per square foot than 86% of homes in Gwinnett County
  • Has a smaller lot than 66% of homes in Gwinnett County

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
$255K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 74% 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$585,720
CheaperTypical $467,682Pricier

Pricier than 74% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$223
CheaperTypical $204Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Living area2,630 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,348 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

Lot size0.24 ac
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 37% of homes nearby

Year built2001
OlderTypical 2001Newer

Newer than 51% of homes nearby

How 6597 River Island Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBuford 30518Gwinnett County
Estimated valuepricier than$585,72074% of homes85% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22369% of homes86% of homes
Living areabigger than2,630 ft²62% of homes64% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.24 ac37% of homes34% of homes
Year builtnewer than200151% of homes63% of homes

About 6597 River Island Dr

How much is 6597 River Island Dr, Buford, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 6597 River Island Dr, Buford, GA is $585,720 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $556,839 to $614,601. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 6597 River Island Dr, Buford, GA last sell?

6597 River Island Dr, Buford, GA last sold on May 29, 2026 for $585,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 6597 River Island Dr, Buford, GA?

6597 River Island Dr, Buford, GA has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,630 square feet of living space and a 0.24-acre lot.

When was 6597 River Island Dr, Buford, GA built?

6597 River Island Dr, Buford, GA was built in 2001, making it 25 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 6597 River Island Dr, Buford, GA?

6597 River Island Dr, Buford, GA is assigned to White Oak Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Lanier Middle School (middle), rated A; Lanier High School (high), rated A. All sit in Gwinnett County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 6597 River Island Dr, Buford, GA compare to other homes in Buford 30518?

Among the 18,517 homes in Buford 30518, it is worth more than 74% of them ($585,720 against a typical $467,682), its price per square foot is higher than 69% of them ($223 against a typical $204), it is bigger than 62% of them (2,630 ft² against a typical 2,348 ft²), its lot is bigger than 37% of them (0.24 ac against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 51% of them (2001 against a typical 2001). Measured against all of Gwinnett County, it is worth more than 85% 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 6597 River Island Dr, Buford, GA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 6597 River Island Dr, Buford, GA was $1,577. The county assessed it at $227,440.

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