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$480,305$149 / 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
Last sold for $230,000 on Jun 21, 2017

959 FOREST DR

HARLEM, GA 30814
4
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
3,217 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.
2.5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2013
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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

$480K
$455K low$505K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$230,000 · Jun 21, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,800 (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.$243,334 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$25,187
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$218,147
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$198,891
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$608,335

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.44
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
23
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
89
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
78
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
30
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
CountyColumbia
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.2015
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.50
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes

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.

District: Columbia County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 30814These 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.106
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.63
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.82

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.95%
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.6.0%
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.11,294
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.174 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$78,435
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$101,492
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.63°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

959 Forest 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 89% of homes in Harlem 30814
  • Costs less per square foot than 70% of homes in Columbia County
  • Bigger than 96% of homes in Harlem 30814
  • Has a bigger lot than 90% of homes in Columbia County
  • Newer than 79% of homes in Columbia County

What homes are worth in Harlem 30814

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

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$76K$710K

This home is worth more than 89% of homes in Harlem 30814.

How it measures up in Harlem 30814

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Harlem 30814.

Estimated value$480,305
CheaperTypical $292,058Pricier

Pricier than 89% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$149
CheaperTypical $156Pricier

Pricier than 42% of homes nearby

Living area3,217 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,708 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 96% of homes nearby

Lot size2.5 ac
SmallerTypical 1.13 acBigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Year built2013
OlderTypical 1995Newer

Newer than 75% of homes nearby

How 959 Forest Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHarlem 30814Columbia County
Estimated valuepricier than$480,30589% of homes80% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14942% of homes30% of homes
Living areabigger than3,217 ft²96% of homes86% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.5 ac66% of homes90% of homes
Year builtnewer than201375% of homes79% of homes

About 959 Forest Dr

How much is 959 Forest Dr, Harlem, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 959 Forest Dr, Harlem, GA is $480,305 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $455,405 to $505,205. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 959 Forest Dr, Harlem, GA last sell?

959 Forest Dr, Harlem, GA last sold on Jun 21, 2017 for $230,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 959 Forest Dr, Harlem, GA?

959 Forest Dr, Harlem, GA has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3,217 square feet of living space and a 2.50-acre lot.

When was 959 Forest Dr, Harlem, GA built?

959 Forest Dr, Harlem, GA was built in 2013, making it 13 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 959 Forest Dr, Harlem, GA?

959 Forest Dr, Harlem, GA is assigned to Harlem High School (high), rated B-; North Harlem Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Harlem Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in Columbia County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 959 Forest Dr, Harlem, GA compare to other homes in Harlem 30814?

Among the 4,187 homes in Harlem 30814, it is worth more than 89% of them ($480,305 against a typical $292,058), its price per square foot is higher than 42% of them ($149 against a typical $156), it is bigger than 96% of them (3,217 ft² against a typical 1,708 ft²), its lot is bigger than 66% of them (2.5 ac against a typical 1.13 ac) and it is newer than 75% of them (2013 against a typical 1995). Measured against all of Columbia County, it is worth more than 80% 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 959 Forest Dr, Harlem, GA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 959 Forest Dr, Harlem, GA was $5,800. The county assessed it at $243,334.

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