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$699,572$317 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $615,000 on Nov 5, 2021

981 HESS DR

AVONDALE ESTATES, GA 30002
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,204 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.
0.5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1961
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$700K
$673K low$726K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$615,000 · Nov 5, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,280 (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.$264,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$79,240
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$184,960
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$242,720
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$660,500

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
50
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
13
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
87
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
90
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
38
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.14 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
CountyDEKALB
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.2012
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.50
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
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.Carport (Unspecified)
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.Water
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 352 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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
Avondale Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.5 mi
M
Druid Hills Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.7 mi
H
Druid Hills High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.8 mi

District: Dekalb County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 30002These 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.118
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.78
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.47

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.5,605
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,204 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$97,155
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$128,010
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%

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

981 Hess 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 85% of homes in DeKalb County
  • Costs more per square foot than 84% of homes in DeKalb County
  • Bigger than 67% of homes in DeKalb County
  • Has a bigger lot than 90% of homes in Avondale Estates 30002
  • Older than 76% of homes in DeKalb County

What homes are worth in Avondale Estates 30002

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

This home
$153K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 73% of homes in Avondale Estates 30002.

How it measures up in Avondale Estates 30002

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Avondale Estates 30002.

Estimated value$699,572
CheaperTypical $555,030Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$317
CheaperTypical $264Pricier

Pricier than 71% of homes nearby

Living area2,204 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,930 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Lot size0.5 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Year built1961
OlderTypical 1983Newer

Newer than 41% of homes nearby

How 981 Hess Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAvondale Estates 30002DeKalb County
Estimated valuepricier than$699,57273% of homes85% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$31771% of homes84% of homes
Living areabigger than2,204 ft²63% of homes67% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.5 ac90% of homes86% of homes
Year builtnewer than196141% of homes24% of homes

About 981 Hess Dr

How much is 981 Hess Dr, Avondale Estates, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 981 Hess Dr, Avondale Estates, GA is $699,572 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $673,187 to $725,957. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 981 Hess Dr, Avondale Estates, GA last sell?

981 Hess Dr, Avondale Estates, GA last sold on Nov 5, 2021 for $615,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 981 Hess Dr, Avondale Estates, GA?

981 Hess Dr, Avondale Estates, GA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,204 square feet of living space and a 0.50-acre lot.

When was 981 Hess Dr, Avondale Estates, GA built?

981 Hess Dr, Avondale Estates, GA was built in 1961, making it 65 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 981 Hess Dr, Avondale Estates, GA?

981 Hess Dr, Avondale Estates, GA is assigned to Avondale Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Druid Hills Middle School (middle), rated B-; Druid Hills High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Dekalb County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 981 Hess Dr, Avondale Estates, GA compare to other homes in Avondale Estates 30002?

Among the 2,213 homes in Avondale Estates 30002, it is worth more than 73% of them ($699,572 against a typical $555,030), its price per square foot is higher than 71% of them ($317 against a typical $264), it is bigger than 63% of them (2,204 ft² against a typical 1,930 ft²), its lot is bigger than 90% of them (0.5 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 41% of them (1961 against a typical 1983). Measured against all of DeKalb County, it is worth more than 85% 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 981 Hess Dr, Avondale Estates, GA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 981 Hess Dr, Avondale Estates, GA was $9,280. The county assessed it at $264,200.

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