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$322,037$280 / 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 94How 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 $111,760 on Mar 27, 2026

978 LAWTON ST SW

ATLANTA, GA 30310
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,152 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.
0.23 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1955
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

$322K
$302K low$342K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$111,760 · Mar 27, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,572 (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.$111,760 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$29,760
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$82,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$111,760
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$279,400

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.49
35
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.
81
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
31
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.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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.Ranch
CountyFULTON
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.2018
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.23
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Neighborhood / Spot

Transaction History(8)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(2)

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

E
Finch Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades EE–5 · 0.4 mi
M
Sylvan Hills Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi
H
G. W. Carver High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.0 mi

District: Atlanta City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 30310These 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.153
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.46

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.88%
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.22%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.29,210
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,300 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$52,019
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$73,734
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.61°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.52 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 Lawton St Sw 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 74% of homes in Oakland City
  • Costs more per square foot than 93% of homes in Atlanta 30310
  • Smaller than 84% of homes in Fulton County
  • Has a bigger lot than 78% of homes in Atlanta 30310
  • Newer than 85% of homes in Oakland City

What homes are worth in Atlanta 30310

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

This home
$124K$557K

This home is worth more than 70% of homes in Atlanta 30310.

How it measures up in Atlanta 30310

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Atlanta 30310.

Estimated value$322,037
CheaperTypical $264,786Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$280
CheaperTypical $188Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Living area1,152 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,412 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Year built1955
OlderTypical 1945Newer

Newer than 77% of homes nearby

How 978 Lawton St Sw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOakland CityAtlanta 30310Fulton County
Estimated valuepricier than$322,03774% of homes70% of homes39% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$28092% of homes93% of homes65% of homes
Living areabigger than1,152 ft²35% of homes26% of homes16% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac77% of homes78% of homes52% of homes
Year builtnewer than195585% of homes77% of homes18% of homes

About 978 Lawton St Sw

How much is 978 Lawton St Sw, Atlanta, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 978 Lawton St Sw, Atlanta, GA is $322,037 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $301,934 to $342,140. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 978 Lawton St Sw, Atlanta, GA last sell?

978 Lawton St Sw, Atlanta, GA last sold on Mar 27, 2026 for $111,760, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 6 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 978 Lawton St Sw, Atlanta, GA?

978 Lawton St Sw, Atlanta, GA has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,152 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 978 Lawton St Sw, Atlanta, GA built?

978 Lawton St Sw, Atlanta, GA was built in 1955, making it 71 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 978 Lawton St Sw, Atlanta, GA?

978 Lawton St Sw, Atlanta, GA is assigned to Finch Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Sylvan Hills Middle School (middle), rated C; G. W. Carver High School (high), rated F. All sit in Atlanta City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 978 Lawton St Sw, Atlanta, GA compare to other homes in Atlanta 30310?

Among the 10,236 homes in Atlanta 30310, it is worth more than 70% of them ($322,037 against a typical $264,786), its price per square foot is higher than 93% of them ($280 against a typical $188), it is bigger than 26% of them (1,152 ft² against a typical 1,412 ft²), its lot is bigger than 78% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 77% of them (1955 against a typical 1945). Measured against all of Fulton County, it is worth more than 39% 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 Lawton St Sw, Atlanta, GA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 978 Lawton St Sw, Atlanta, GA was $4,572. The county assessed it at $111,760.

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