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$193,526$150 / 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 64How 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

870 ELM ST SE

GAINESVILLE, GA 30501
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,288 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.
0.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1938
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$194K
$123K low$264K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,982 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$68,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$12,880
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$55,120
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$67,280
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$170,000

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.Rustic
CountyHALL
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.1993
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.11
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Raised (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
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.Porch · 108 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
New Holland Knowledge AcademyC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.7 mi
M
Gainesville Middle School East CampusD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
H
Gainesville High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi

District: Gainesville City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 30501These 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.152
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.68

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
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.32,999
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,349 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$62,130
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$85,341
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.56 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

870 Elm St Se 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 93% of homes in Hall County
  • Costs less per square foot than 92% of homes in Hall County
  • Smaller than 81% of homes in Hall County
  • Has a smaller lot than 93% of homes in Hall County
  • Older than 98% of homes in Hall County

What homes are worth in Gainesville 30501

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

This home
$97K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 19% of homes in Gainesville 30501.

How it measures up in Gainesville 30501

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Gainesville 30501.

Estimated value$193,526
CheaperTypical $304,963Pricier

Pricier than 19% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$150
CheaperTypical $207Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Living area1,288 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,525 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 32% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.37 acBigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Year built1938
OlderTypical 1965Newer

Newer than 12% of homes nearby

How 870 Elm St Se ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGainesville 30501Hall County
Estimated valuepricier than$193,52619% of homes7% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15016% of homes8% of homes
Living areabigger than1,288 ft²32% of homes19% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac11% of homes7% of homes
Year builtnewer than193812% of homes2% of homes

About 870 Elm St Se

How much is 870 Elm St Se, Gainesville, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 870 Elm St Se, Gainesville, GA is $193,526 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $122,974 to $264,078. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 870 Elm St Se, Gainesville, GA last sell?

870 Elm St Se, Gainesville, GA last sold on Sep 3, 2024, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 870 Elm St Se, Gainesville, GA?

870 Elm St Se, Gainesville, GA has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,288 square feet of living space and a 0.11-acre lot.

When was 870 Elm St Se, Gainesville, GA built?

870 Elm St Se, Gainesville, GA was built in 1938, making it 88 years old. It is a rustic home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 870 Elm St Se, Gainesville, GA?

870 Elm St Se, Gainesville, GA is assigned to New Holland Knowledge Academy (elementary), rated C-; Gainesville Middle School East Campus (middle), rated D+; Gainesville High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Gainesville City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 870 Elm St Se, Gainesville, GA compare to other homes in Gainesville 30501?

Among the 7,120 homes in Gainesville 30501, it is worth more than 19% of them ($193,526 against a typical $304,963), its price per square foot is higher than 16% of them ($150 against a typical $207), it is bigger than 32% of them (1,288 ft² against a typical 1,525 ft²), its lot is bigger than 11% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 0.37 ac) and it is newer than 12% of them (1938 against a typical 1965). Measured against all of Hall County, it is worth more than 7% 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 870 Elm St Se, Gainesville, GA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 870 Elm St Se, Gainesville, GA was $1,982. The county assessed it at $68,000.

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