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$487,995$246 / 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 79How 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

8873 RIVER RD

FOLKSTON, GA 31537
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,985 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.
50 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1987
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.

Valuation

$488K
$384K low$592K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,633 (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.$120,440 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$41,320
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$79,120
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$107,120
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$301,100

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.43
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
37
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
97
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
76
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
8
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

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
CountyCharlton
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.50.00
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
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 · 102 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.

H
Charlton County High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 14.0 mi
E
Folkston Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–3 · 16.1 mi
M
Bethune Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 4–8 · 16.1 mi

District: Charlton County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 31537These 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.92
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.33

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.83%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.6.1%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.9,909
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.23 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$47,595
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$64,807
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.67°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.51 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.66%

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How this home compares

8873 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.

  • Worth more than 96% of homes in Folkston 31537
  • Costs more per square foot than 93% of homes in Folkston 31537
  • Bigger than 79% of homes in Charlton County
  • Has a bigger lot than 97% of homes in Folkston 31537

What homes are worth in Folkston 31537

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

This home
$38K$597K

This home is worth more than 96% of homes in Folkston 31537.

How it measures up in Folkston 31537

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Folkston 31537.

Estimated value$487,995
CheaperTypical $191,096Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$246
CheaperTypical $135Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Living area1,985 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,496 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Lot size50 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Year built1987
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than 48% of homes nearby

How 8873 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFolkston 31537Charlton County
Estimated valuepricier than$487,99596% of homes96% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24693% of homes92% of homes
Living areabigger than1,985 ft²77% of homes79% of homes
Lot sizebigger than50 ac97% of homes97% of homes
Year builtnewer than198748% of homes48% of homes

About 8873 River Rd

How much is 8873 River Rd, Folkston, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8873 River Rd, Folkston, GA is $487,995 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $383,664 to $592,326. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 8873 River Rd, Folkston, GA?

8873 River Rd, Folkston, GA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,985 square feet of living space and a 50.00-acre lot.

When was 8873 River Rd, Folkston, GA built?

8873 River Rd, Folkston, GA was built in 1987, making it 39 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8873 River Rd, Folkston, GA?

8873 River Rd, Folkston, GA is assigned to Charlton County High School (high), rated A+; Folkston Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Bethune Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in Charlton County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8873 River Rd, Folkston, GA compare to other homes in Folkston 31537?

Among the 3,331 homes in Folkston 31537, it is worth more than 96% of them ($487,995 against a typical $191,096), its price per square foot is higher than 93% of them ($246 against a typical $135), it is bigger than 77% of them (1,985 ft² against a typical 1,496 ft²), its lot is bigger than 97% of them (50 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 48% of them (1987 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of Charlton County, it is worth more than 96% 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 8873 River Rd, Folkston, GA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 8873 River Rd, Folkston, GA was $2,633. The county assessed it at $120,440.

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