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$172,628$112 / 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 78How 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

972 RIDGE RD

HELEN, GA 30545
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,544 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.
1.9 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1980
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$173K
$134K low$211K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$362 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$55,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$10,488
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$45,012
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$55,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$138,750

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.
21
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
83
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
98
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
CountyWhite
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.90
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Footing
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
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.Porch · 200 ft²

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

E
Mt. Yonah Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 4.6 mi
H
White County High SchoolA-
High · Grades 10–12 · 6.7 mi
M
White County Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 7.3 mi

District: White County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 30545These 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.172
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.80

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.57%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.9%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,483
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.36 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$68,142
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$103,313
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.57°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.73 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 Ridge Rd 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 92% of homes in White County
  • Costs less per square foot than 97% of homes in Helen 30545
  • Has a bigger lot than 72% of homes in Helen 30545
  • Older than 78% of homes in White County

What homes are worth in Helen 30545

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

This home
$95K$899K

This home is worth more than 13% of homes in Helen 30545.

How it measures up in Helen 30545

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Helen 30545.

Estimated value$172,628
CheaperTypical $382,454Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$112
CheaperTypical $225Pricier

Pricier than 3% of homes nearby

Living area1,544 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,578 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 48% of homes nearby

Lot size1.9 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Year built1980
OlderTypical 1998Newer

Newer than 26% of homes nearby

How 972 Ridge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHelen 30545White County
Estimated valuepricier than$172,62813% of homes8% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1123% of homes3% of homes
Living areabigger than1,544 ft²48% of homes50% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.9 ac72% of homes49% of homes
Year builtnewer than198026% of homes22% of homes

About 972 Ridge Rd

How much is 972 Ridge Rd, Helen, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 972 Ridge Rd, Helen, GA is $172,628 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $134,360 to $210,896. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 972 Ridge Rd, Helen, GA last sell?

972 Ridge Rd, Helen, GA last sold on Jun 1, 1975, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 972 Ridge Rd, Helen, GA?

972 Ridge Rd, Helen, GA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,544 square feet of living space and a 1.90-acre lot.

When was 972 Ridge Rd, Helen, GA built?

972 Ridge Rd, Helen, GA was built in 1980, making it 46 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 972 Ridge Rd, Helen, GA?

972 Ridge Rd, Helen, GA is assigned to Mt. Yonah Elementary School (elementary), rated A; White County High School (high), rated A-; White County Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in White County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 972 Ridge Rd, Helen, GA compare to other homes in Helen 30545?

Among the 809 homes in Helen 30545, it is worth more than 13% of them ($172,628 against a typical $382,454), its price per square foot is higher than 3% of them ($112 against a typical $225), it is bigger than 48% of them (1,544 ft² against a typical 1,578 ft²), its lot is bigger than 72% of them (1.9 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 26% of them (1980 against a typical 1998). Measured against all of White County, it is worth more than 8% 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 Ridge Rd, Helen, GA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 972 Ridge Rd, Helen, GA was $362. The county assessed it at $55,500.

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