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$136,462$144 / 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 88How 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 $99,000 on Nov 15, 2022

8298 JEFFERSON RIVER RD

ATHENS, GA 30607
1
Baths
950 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.
2.85 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1972
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$136K
$121K low$152K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$99,000 · Nov 15, 2022
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.$136,462
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$109,170

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,153 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$45,436 (2024)
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.$25,436
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$41,996
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$113,590

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyJackson
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.85
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
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.Shed · 96 ft²Porch · 44 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
South Jackson Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.7 mi
H
East Jackson High SchoolB-
High · Grades 8–12 · 7.4 mi
M
East Jackson Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–7 · 7.8 mi

District: Jackson County School System

Neighborhood · ZIP 30607These 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.82
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.76
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.65

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
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.11,557
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.350 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$63,579
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$88,289
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.61°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.50 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.61%

Ownership

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

8298 Jefferson River Rd 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Jackson County
  • Costs less per square foot than 94% of homes in Jackson County
  • Smaller than 94% of homes in Jackson County
  • Has a bigger lot than 85% of homes in Athens 30607
  • Older than 88% of homes in Jackson County

What homes are worth in Athens 30607

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

This home
$134K$975K

This home is worth more than 2% of homes in Athens 30607.

How it measures up in Athens 30607

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Athens 30607.

Estimated value$136,462
CheaperTypical $303,547Pricier

Pricier than 2% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$144
CheaperTypical $173Pricier

Pricier than 19% of homes nearby

Living area950 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,736 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 7% of homes nearby

Lot size2.85 ac
SmallerTypical 0.68 acBigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

Year built1972
OlderTypical 1995Newer

Newer than 16% of homes nearby

How 8298 Jefferson River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAthens 30607Jackson County
Estimated valuepricier than$136,4622% of homesalmost no homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14419% of homes6% of homes
Living areabigger than950 ft²7% of homes6% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.85 ac85% of homes82% of homes
Year builtnewer than197216% of homes12% of homes

About 8298 Jefferson River Rd

How much is 8298 Jefferson River Rd, Athens, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8298 Jefferson River Rd, Athens, GA is $136,462 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $120,705 to $152,219. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8298 Jefferson River Rd, Athens, GA last sell?

8298 Jefferson River Rd, Athens, GA last sold on Nov 15, 2022 for $99,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8298 Jefferson River Rd, Athens, GA?

8298 Jefferson River Rd, Athens, GA has 1 bathrooms, 950 square feet of living space and a 2.85-acre lot.

When was 8298 Jefferson River Rd, Athens, GA built?

8298 Jefferson River Rd, Athens, GA was built in 1972, making it 54 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8298 Jefferson River Rd, Athens, GA?

8298 Jefferson River Rd, Athens, GA is assigned to South Jackson Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; East Jackson High School (high), rated B-; East Jackson Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Jackson County School System. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8298 Jefferson River Rd, Athens, GA compare to other homes in Athens 30607?

Among the 3,934 homes in Athens 30607, it is worth more than 2% of them ($136,462 against a typical $303,547), its price per square foot is higher than 19% of them ($144 against a typical $173), it is bigger than 7% of them (950 ft² against a typical 1,736 ft²), its lot is bigger than 85% of them (2.85 ac against a typical 0.68 ac) and it is newer than 16% of them (1972 against a typical 1995). Measured against all of Jackson County, it is worth more than almost no 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 8298 Jefferson River Rd, Athens, GA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 8298 Jefferson River Rd, Athens, GA was $1,153. The county assessed it at $45,436.

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