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$640,446$234 / 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 Jul 14, 2026

8970 FOREST PATH DR

GAINESVILLE, GA 30506
5
Beds
3
Baths
2,736 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.
0.5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2004
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$640K
$610K low$671K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$135,046
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$108,037
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.79%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$217,700
ENVOY MORTGAGE LTD · recorded Jun 4, 2009
2nd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$217,700
ENVOY MORTGAGE LTD
3rd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$70,000

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,168 (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.$251,516 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$48,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$203,516
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$245,912
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$628,790

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.48
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
19
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
CountyForsyth
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.50
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 · 112 ft²Porch · 318 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
Chestatee Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.4 mi
H
East Forsyth High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi
M
Little Mill Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.1 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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

8970 Forest Path Dr 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 71% of homes in Gainesville 30506
  • Bigger than 80% of homes in Gainesville 30506
  • Has a smaller lot than 73% of homes in Gainesville 30506
  • Newer than 76% of homes in Gainesville 30506

What homes are worth in Gainesville 30506

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

This home
$137K$1.7M

This home is worth more than 71% 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$640,446
CheaperTypical $459,348Pricier

Pricier than 71% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$234
CheaperTypical $241Pricier

Pricier than 46% of homes nearby

Living area2,736 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,848 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Lot size0.5 ac
SmallerTypical 0.7 acBigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Year built2004
OlderTypical 1996Newer

Newer than 76% of homes nearby

How 8970 Forest Path Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGainesville 30506Forsyth County
Estimated valuepricier than$640,44671% of homes53% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23446% of homes41% of homes
Living areabigger than2,736 ft²80% of homes55% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.5 ac27% of homes62% of homes
Year builtnewer than200476% of homes52% of homes

About 8970 Forest Path Dr

How much is 8970 Forest Path Dr, Gainesville, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8970 Forest Path Dr, Gainesville, GA is $640,446 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $609,914 to $670,978. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 8970 Forest Path Dr, Gainesville, GA?

8970 Forest Path Dr, Gainesville, GA has 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,736 square feet of living space and a 0.50-acre lot.

When was 8970 Forest Path Dr, Gainesville, GA built?

8970 Forest Path Dr, Gainesville, GA was built in 2004, making it 22 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 8970 Forest Path Dr, Gainesville, GA?

8970 Forest Path Dr, Gainesville, GA is assigned to Chestatee Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; East Forsyth High School (high), rated B; Little Mill Middle School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Forsyth County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8970 Forest Path Dr, Gainesville, GA compare to other homes in Gainesville 30506?

Among the 19,293 homes in Gainesville 30506, it is worth more than 71% of them ($640,446 against a typical $459,348), its price per square foot is higher than 46% of them ($234 against a typical $241), it is bigger than 80% of them (2,736 ft² against a typical 1,848 ft²), its lot is bigger than 27% of them (0.5 ac against a typical 0.7 ac) and it is newer than 76% of them (2004 against a typical 1996). Measured against all of Forsyth County, it is worth more than 53% 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 8970 Forest Path Dr, Gainesville, GA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8970 Forest Path Dr, Gainesville, GA was $6,168. The county assessed it at $251,516.

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