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$164,886$130 / 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 90How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $1,700 on Sep 5, 1970

897 GA HIGHWAY 42 S

FORSYTH, GA 31029
3
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,268 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 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1973
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

$165K
$148K low$181K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,700 · Sep 5, 1970

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$971 (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.$34,492 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$6,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$28,492
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$34,492
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$86,230

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.''

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
CountyMonroe
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.1981
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.00
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 88 ft²

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
T. G. Scott Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.3 mi
H
Mary Persons High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi
M
Monroe County Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.5 mi

District: Monroe County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 31029These 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.123
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 100.45

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.14%
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.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.19,983
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.79 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$70,707
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$93,356
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.64°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 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 Ga Highway 42 S 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 83% of homes in Monroe County
  • Costs less per square foot than 74% of homes in Monroe County
  • Smaller than 79% of homes in Monroe County
  • Has a smaller lot than 73% of homes in Monroe County
  • Older than 82% of homes in Monroe County

What homes are worth in Forsyth 31029

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

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$60K$965K

This home is worth more than 22% of homes in Forsyth 31029.

How it measures up in Forsyth 31029

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Forsyth 31029.

Estimated value$164,886
CheaperTypical $302,485Pricier

Pricier than 22% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$130
CheaperTypical $155Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Living area1,268 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,819 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Lot size1 ac
SmallerTypical 1.6 acBigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Year built1973
OlderTypical 1997Newer

Newer than 23% of homes nearby

How 897 Ga Highway 42 S ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForsyth 31029Monroe County
Estimated valuepricier than$164,88622% of homes17% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13032% of homes26% of homes
Living areabigger than1,268 ft²23% of homes21% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1 ac34% of homes27% of homes
Year builtnewer than197323% of homes18% of homes

About 897 Ga Highway 42 S

How much is 897 Ga Highway 42 S, Forsyth, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 897 Ga Highway 42 S, Forsyth, GA is $164,886 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $148,345 to $181,427. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 897 Ga Highway 42 S, Forsyth, GA last sell?

897 Ga Highway 42 S, Forsyth, GA last sold on Sep 5, 1970 for $1,700, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 897 Ga Highway 42 S, Forsyth, GA?

897 Ga Highway 42 S, Forsyth, GA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,268 square feet of living space and a 1.00-acre lot.

When was 897 Ga Highway 42 S, Forsyth, GA built?

897 Ga Highway 42 S, Forsyth, GA was built in 1973, making it 53 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 897 Ga Highway 42 S, Forsyth, GA?

897 Ga Highway 42 S, Forsyth, GA is assigned to T. G. Scott Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Mary Persons High School (high), rated B+; Monroe County Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Monroe County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 897 Ga Highway 42 S, Forsyth, GA compare to other homes in Forsyth 31029?

Among the 7,113 homes in Forsyth 31029, it is worth more than 22% of them ($164,886 against a typical $302,485), its price per square foot is higher than 32% of them ($130 against a typical $155), it is bigger than 23% of them (1,268 ft² against a typical 1,819 ft²), its lot is bigger than 34% of them (1 ac against a typical 1.6 ac) and it is newer than 23% of them (1973 against a typical 1997). Measured against all of Monroe County, it is worth more than 17% 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 Ga Highway 42 S, Forsyth, GA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 897 Ga Highway 42 S, Forsyth, GA was $971. The county assessed it at $34,492.

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