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$352,618$207 / 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 94How 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 $310,000 on Jun 11, 2021

897 ATHENS ST

JEFFERSON, GA 30549
2
Baths
1,702 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.
1.08 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1975
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$353K
$333K low$372K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$310,000 · Jun 11, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,561 (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.$129,720 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$14,120
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$115,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$129,720
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$324,300

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyJACKSON
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.2016
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.08
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.Metal
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
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.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 50 ft²Porch · 248 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
Jefferson High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi
M
Jefferson Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.5 mi
E
Jefferson Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 1.6 mi

District: Jefferson City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 30549These 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.80
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.75
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.61

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.38,427
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.344 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$95,895
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$111,822
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.61°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.52 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

897 Athens St 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 73% of homes in Jefferson 30549
  • Costs more per square foot than 66% of homes in Jackson County
  • Smaller than 69% of homes in Jefferson 30549
  • Has a bigger lot than 65% of homes in Jefferson 30549
  • Older than 89% of homes in Jefferson 30549

What homes are worth in Jefferson 30549

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

This home
$186K$992K

This home is worth more than 27% of homes in Jefferson 30549.

How it measures up in Jefferson 30549

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Jefferson 30549.

Estimated value$352,618
CheaperTypical $410,439Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$207
CheaperTypical $195Pricier

Pricier than 65% of homes nearby

Living area1,702 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,110 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Lot size1.08 ac
SmallerTypical 0.77 acBigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Year built1975
OlderTypical 2004Newer

Newer than 11% of homes nearby

How 897 Athens St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeJefferson 30549Jackson County
Estimated valuepricier than$352,61827% of homes34% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20765% of homes66% of homes
Living areabigger than1,702 ft²31% of homes36% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.08 ac65% of homes63% of homes
Year builtnewer than197511% of homes14% of homes

About 897 Athens St

How much is 897 Athens St, Jefferson, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 897 Athens St, Jefferson, GA is $352,618 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $333,117 to $372,119. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 897 Athens St, Jefferson, GA last sell?

897 Athens St, Jefferson, GA last sold on Jun 11, 2021 for $310,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 897 Athens St, Jefferson, GA?

897 Athens St, Jefferson, GA has 2 bathrooms, 1,702 square feet of living space and a 1.08-acre lot.

When was 897 Athens St, Jefferson, GA built?

897 Athens St, Jefferson, GA was built in 1975, making it 51 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 897 Athens St, Jefferson, GA?

897 Athens St, Jefferson, GA is assigned to Jefferson High School (high), rated A; Jefferson Middle School (middle), rated A; Jefferson Elementary School (elementary). All sit in Jefferson City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 897 Athens St, Jefferson, GA compare to other homes in Jefferson 30549?

Among the 11,311 homes in Jefferson 30549, it is worth more than 27% of them ($352,618 against a typical $410,439), its price per square foot is higher than 65% of them ($207 against a typical $195), it is bigger than 31% of them (1,702 ft² against a typical 2,110 ft²), its lot is bigger than 65% of them (1.08 ac against a typical 0.77 ac) and it is newer than 11% of them (1975 against a typical 2004). Measured against all of Jackson County, it is worth more than 34% 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 897 Athens St, Jefferson, GA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 897 Athens St, Jefferson, GA was $3,561. The county assessed it at $129,720.

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