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$376,704$278 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $134,000 on May 9, 2011

8520 OPAL CT

GAINESVILLE, GA 30506
3
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
1,356 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.
0.49 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1996
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$377K
$357K low$396K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$134,000 · May 9, 2011

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,523 (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.$143,656 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$46,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$97,656
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$144,052
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$359,140

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.47
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
16
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
84
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
96
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
41
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Split Entry
CountyForsyth
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.49
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
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
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 · 175 ft²

Transaction History(6)

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.

H
East Forsyth High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.7 mi
M
Little Mill Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.8 mi
E
Chestatee Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 3.4 mi

District: Forsyth County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 30506These 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.114
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.63

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.2%
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.50,207
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.401 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$90,076
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$118,199
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.57 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

8520 Opal Ct 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 91% of homes in Forsyth County
  • Costs more per square foot than 75% of homes in Forsyth County
  • Smaller than 91% of homes in Forsyth County
  • Has a smaller lot than 75% of homes in Gainesville 30506
  • Older than 74% of homes in Forsyth County

What homes are worth in Gainesville 30506

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

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$139K$1.6M

This home is worth more than 36% of homes in Gainesville 30506.

How it measures up in Gainesville 30506

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Gainesville 30506.

Estimated value$376,704
CheaperTypical $446,331Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$278
CheaperTypical $236Pricier

Pricier than 68% of homes nearby

Living area1,356 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,848 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Lot size0.49 ac
SmallerTypical 0.7 acBigger

Bigger than 25% of homes nearby

Year built1996
OlderTypical 1996Newer

Newer than 50% of homes nearby

How 8520 Opal Ct ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGainesville 30506Forsyth County
Estimated valuepricier than$376,70436% of homes9% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$27868% of homes75% of homes
Living areabigger than1,356 ft²26% of homes9% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.49 ac25% of homes60% of homes
Year builtnewer than199650% of homes26% of homes

About 8520 Opal Ct

How much is 8520 Opal Ct, Gainesville, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8520 Opal Ct, Gainesville, GA is $376,704 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $357,023 to $396,385. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8520 Opal Ct, Gainesville, GA last sell?

8520 Opal Ct, Gainesville, GA last sold on May 9, 2011 for $134,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 8520 Opal Ct, Gainesville, GA?

8520 Opal Ct, Gainesville, GA has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,356 square feet of living space and a 0.49-acre lot.

When was 8520 Opal Ct, Gainesville, GA built?

8520 Opal Ct, Gainesville, GA was built in 1996, making it 30 years old. It is a split entry home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8520 Opal Ct, Gainesville, GA?

8520 Opal Ct, Gainesville, GA is assigned to East Forsyth High School (high), rated B; Little Mill Middle School (middle), rated C+; Chestatee Elementary School (elementary), rated B-. All sit in Forsyth County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8520 Opal Ct, Gainesville, GA compare to other homes in Gainesville 30506?

Among the 19,294 homes in Gainesville 30506, it is worth more than 36% of them ($376,704 against a typical $446,331), its price per square foot is higher than 68% of them ($278 against a typical $236), it is bigger than 26% of them (1,356 ft² against a typical 1,848 ft²), its lot is bigger than 25% of them (0.49 ac against a typical 0.7 ac) and it is newer than 50% of them (1996 against a typical 1996). Measured against all of Forsyth County, it is worth more than 9% 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 8520 Opal Ct, Gainesville, GA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8520 Opal Ct, Gainesville, GA was $3,523. The county assessed it at $143,656.

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