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$358,828$137 / 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 $167,000 on Sep 8, 2014

685 JAMES RIDGE DR

LAWRENCEVILLE, GA 30045
3
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
2,612 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.
0.28 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2002
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$359K
$341K low$377K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$167,000 · Sep 8, 2014
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.$0
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$0
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.160%
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.$289,500
LOAN DEPOT COM · recorded Mar 28, 2022
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.$285,000
LOAN DEPOT COM

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,590 (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.$174,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$26,120
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$148,080
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$174,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$435,500

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.Ranch
CountyGwinnett
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.28
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
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 103 ft²

Transaction History(5)

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(2)

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

E
Alcova Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.9 mi
H
Dacula High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.6 mi
M
Dacula Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.9 mi

District: Gwinnett County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 30045These 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.38
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.78
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.57

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.8%
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.43,627
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,119 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$103,512
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$135,092
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°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%

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

685 James 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 68% of homes in Lawrenceville 30045
  • Costs less per square foot than 92% of homes in Gwinnett County
  • Newer than 66% of homes in Gwinnett County

What homes are worth in Lawrenceville 30045

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

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$261K$686K

This home is worth more than 32% of homes in Lawrenceville 30045.

How it measures up in Lawrenceville 30045

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lawrenceville 30045.

Estimated value$358,828
CheaperTypical $390,619Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$137
CheaperTypical $166Pricier

Pricier than 10% of homes nearby

Living area2,612 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,392 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

Lot size0.28 ac
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Year built2002
OlderTypical 2003Newer

Newer than 48% of homes nearby

How 685 James Ridge Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLawrenceville 30045Gwinnett County
Estimated valuepricier than$358,82832% of homes33% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13710% of homes8% of homes
Living areabigger than2,612 ft²62% of homes64% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.28 ac57% of homes46% of homes
Year builtnewer than200248% of homes66% of homes

About 685 James Ridge Dr

How much is 685 James Ridge Dr, Lawrenceville, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 685 James Ridge Dr, Lawrenceville, GA is $358,828 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $340,844 to $376,812. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 685 James Ridge Dr, Lawrenceville, GA last sell?

685 James Ridge Dr, Lawrenceville, GA last sold on Sep 8, 2014 for $167,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 685 James Ridge Dr, Lawrenceville, GA?

685 James Ridge Dr, Lawrenceville, GA has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,612 square feet of living space and a 0.28-acre lot.

When was 685 James Ridge Dr, Lawrenceville, GA built?

685 James Ridge Dr, Lawrenceville, GA was built in 2002, making it 24 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 685 James Ridge Dr, Lawrenceville, GA?

685 James Ridge Dr, Lawrenceville, GA is assigned to Alcova Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Dacula High School (high), rated B; Dacula Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Gwinnett County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 685 James Ridge Dr, Lawrenceville, GA compare to other homes in Lawrenceville 30045?

Among the 14,108 homes in Lawrenceville 30045, it is worth more than 32% of them ($358,828 against a typical $390,619), its price per square foot is higher than 10% of them ($137 against a typical $166), it is bigger than 62% of them (2,612 ft² against a typical 2,392 ft²), its lot is bigger than 57% of them (0.28 ac against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 48% of them (2002 against a typical 2003). Measured against all of Gwinnett County, it is worth more than 33% 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 685 James Ridge Dr, Lawrenceville, GA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 685 James Ridge Dr, Lawrenceville, GA was $4,590. The county assessed it at $174,200.

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