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$397,538$128 / 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

972 FOREST DR

HARLEM, GA 30814
4
Beds
2
Baths
3,103 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.
2.74 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.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$398K
$378K low$417K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,153 (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.$153,553 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$28,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$124,753
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$130,002
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$383,882

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.1997
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.74
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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

H
Harlem High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.1 mi
E
North Harlem Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.5 mi
M
Harlem Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.0 mi

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

972 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 81% of homes in Harlem 30814
  • Costs less per square foot than 92% of homes in Columbia County
  • Bigger than 95% of homes in Harlem 30814
  • Has a bigger lot than 92% of homes in Columbia County
  • Older than 72% 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.

This home
$77K$696K

This home is worth more than 81% 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$397,538
CheaperTypical $293,802Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$128
CheaperTypical $156Pricier

Pricier than 21% of homes nearby

Living area3,103 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,692 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Lot size2.74 ac
SmallerTypical 1.16 acBigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Year built1987
OlderTypical 1995Newer

Newer than 37% of homes nearby

How 972 Forest Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHarlem 30814Columbia County
Estimated valuepricier than$397,53881% of homes65% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12821% of homes8% of homes
Living areabigger than3,103 ft²95% of homes83% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.74 ac70% of homes92% of homes
Year builtnewer than198737% of homes28% of homes

About 972 Forest Dr

How much is 972 Forest Dr, Harlem, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 972 Forest Dr, Harlem, GA is $397,538 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $377,958 to $417,118. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 972 Forest Dr, Harlem, GA last sell?

972 Forest Dr, Harlem, GA last sold on Jul 2, 2024, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 972 Forest Dr, Harlem, GA?

972 Forest Dr, Harlem, GA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 3,103 square feet of living space and a 2.74-acre lot.

When was 972 Forest Dr, Harlem, GA built?

972 Forest Dr, Harlem, GA was built in 1987, making it 39 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 972 Forest Dr, Harlem, GA?

972 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 972 Forest Dr, Harlem, GA compare to other homes in Harlem 30814?

Among the 4,187 homes in Harlem 30814, it is worth more than 81% of them ($397,538 against a typical $293,802), its price per square foot is higher than 21% of them ($128 against a typical $156), it is bigger than 95% of them (3,103 ft² against a typical 1,692 ft²), its lot is bigger than 70% of them (2.74 ac against a typical 1.16 ac) and it is newer than 37% of them (1987 against a typical 1995). Measured against all of Columbia County, it is worth more than 65% 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 972 Forest Dr, Harlem, GA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 972 Forest Dr, Harlem, GA was $1,153. The county assessed it at $153,553.

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