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980 RIDGE RD

HELEN, GA 30545
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,728 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.
1.24 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1984
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,128 (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.$152,072 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$19,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$132,272
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$151,064
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$380,180

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.61
64
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
22
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.30 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.Seasonal, Cabin, Vacation Residence
CountyWHITE
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.2014
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.24
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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.Deck · 160 ft²Patio · 520 ft²Porch · 64 ft²

Transaction History(5)

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.

E
Mt. Yonah Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 4.6 mi
H
White County High SchoolA-
High · Grades 10–12 · 6.6 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

980 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.

  • Has a smaller lot than 66% of homes in White County
  • Older than 73% of homes in White County

How it measures up in Helen 30545

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

Living area1,728 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,578 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 58% of homes nearby

Lot size1.24 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 61% of homes nearby

Year built1984
OlderTypical 1997Newer

Newer than 30% of homes nearby

How 980 Ridge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHelen 30545White County
Living areabigger than1,728 ft²58% of homes62% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.24 ac61% of homes34% of homes
Year builtnewer than198430% of homes27% of homes

About 980 Ridge Rd

When did 980 Ridge Rd, Helen, GA last sell?

980 Ridge Rd, Helen, GA last sold on Feb 28, 2024, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 980 Ridge Rd, Helen, GA?

980 Ridge Rd, Helen, GA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,728 square feet of living space and a 1.24-acre lot.

When was 980 Ridge Rd, Helen, GA built?

980 Ridge Rd, Helen, GA was built in 1984, making it 42 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 980 Ridge Rd, Helen, GA?

980 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 980 Ridge Rd, Helen, GA compare to other homes in Helen 30545?

Among the 809 homes in Helen 30545, it is bigger than 58% of them (1,728 ft² against a typical 1,578 ft²), its lot is bigger than 61% of them (1.24 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 30% of them (1984 against a typical 1997). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 980 Ridge Rd, Helen, GA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 980 Ridge Rd, Helen, GA was $3,128. The county assessed it at $152,072.

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