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$996,179$202 / 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 96How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $285,000 on Aug 10, 1998

978 FOREST POND CIR

MARIETTA, GA 30068
4
Beds
4.5
Baths
4,940 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.
1988
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$996K
$955K low$1M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$285,000 · Aug 10, 1998

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,590 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$345,080 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$88,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$257,080
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$265,760
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$862,700

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.55
37
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
14
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
85
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
95
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
45
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.7 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.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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Bi-Level
CountyCOBB
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
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 · 165 ft²Porch · 180 ft²

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

M
Dickerson Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 mi
E
Mount Bethel Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.3 mi
H
Walton High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.8 mi

District: Cobb County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 30068These 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.50
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.55

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.46%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.35,346
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,397 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$142,876
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$170,844
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.54 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

978 Forest Pond Cir 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 95% of homes in Cobb County
  • Costs less per square foot than 83% of homes in Marietta 30068
  • Bigger than 95% of homes in Cobb County
  • Newer than 75% of homes in Marietta 30068

What homes are worth in Marietta 30068

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

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$265K$2M

This home is worth more than 82% of homes in Marietta 30068.

How it measures up in Marietta 30068

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Marietta 30068.

Estimated value$996,179
CheaperTypical $706,051Pricier

Pricier than 82% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$202
CheaperTypical $239Pricier

Pricier than 17% of homes nearby

Living area4,940 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,907 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Year built1988
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than 75% of homes nearby

How 978 Forest Pond Cir ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMarietta 30068Cobb County
Estimated valuepricier than$996,17982% of homes95% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20217% of homes55% of homes
Living areabigger than4,940 ft²87% of homes95% of homes
Year builtnewer than198875% of homes48% of homes

About 978 Forest Pond Cir

How much is 978 Forest Pond Cir, Marietta, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 978 Forest Pond Cir, Marietta, GA is $996,179 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $955,032 to $1,037,326. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 978 Forest Pond Cir, Marietta, GA last sell?

978 Forest Pond Cir, Marietta, GA last sold on Aug 10, 1998 for $285,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 978 Forest Pond Cir, Marietta, GA?

978 Forest Pond Cir, Marietta, GA has 4 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms and 4,940 square feet of living space.

When was 978 Forest Pond Cir, Marietta, GA built?

978 Forest Pond Cir, Marietta, GA was built in 1988, making it 38 years old. It is a bi-level home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 978 Forest Pond Cir, Marietta, GA?

978 Forest Pond Cir, Marietta, GA is assigned to Dickerson Middle School (middle), rated A; Mount Bethel Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Walton High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Cobb County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 978 Forest Pond Cir, Marietta, GA compare to other homes in Marietta 30068?

Among the 11,881 homes in Marietta 30068, it is worth more than 82% of them ($996,179 against a typical $706,051), its price per square foot is higher than 17% of them ($202 against a typical $239), it is bigger than 87% of them (4,940 ft² against a typical 2,907 ft²) and it is newer than 75% of them (1988 against a typical 1980). Measured against all of Cobb County, it is worth more than 95% 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 978 Forest Pond Cir, Marietta, GA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 978 Forest Pond Cir, Marietta, GA was $1,590. The county assessed it at $345,080.

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