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Last sold for $400,000 on Feb 28, 2022

985 HIGHWAY 42

FORSYTH, GA 31029
0
Baths
1,400 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 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1970
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$400,000 · Feb 28, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$433 (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.$15,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$15,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$15,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$38,500

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Commercial (General)
CountyMonroe
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.00
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Concrete
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 1,176 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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
Katherine B. Sutton Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.9 mi
H
Mary Persons High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.2 mi
M
Monroe County Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.6 mi

District: Monroe County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 31029These 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.123
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 100.45

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
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.19,983
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.79 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$70,707
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$93,356
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.64°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 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

985 Highway 42 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.

  • Smaller than 73% of homes in Monroe County
  • Has a smaller lot than 73% of homes in Monroe County
  • Older than 85% of homes in Monroe County

How it measures up in Forsyth 31029

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Forsyth 31029.

Living area1,400 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,808 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 29% of homes nearby

Lot size1 ac
SmallerTypical 1.65 acBigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Year built1970
OlderTypical 1997Newer

Newer than 19% of homes nearby

How 985 Highway 42 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForsyth 31029Monroe County
Living areabigger than1,400 ft²29% of homes27% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1 ac34% of homes27% of homes
Year builtnewer than197019% of homes15% of homes

About 985 Highway 42

When did 985 Highway 42, Forsyth, GA last sell?

985 Highway 42, Forsyth, GA last sold on Feb 28, 2022 for $400,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 985 Highway 42, Forsyth, GA?

985 Highway 42, Forsyth, GA has 1,400 square feet of living space and a 1.00-acre lot.

When was 985 Highway 42, Forsyth, GA built?

985 Highway 42, Forsyth, GA was built in 1970, making it 56 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 985 Highway 42, Forsyth, GA?

985 Highway 42, Forsyth, GA is assigned to Katherine B. Sutton Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Mary Persons High School (high), rated B+; Monroe County Middle School (middle), rated A-. All sit in Monroe County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 985 Highway 42, Forsyth, GA compare to other homes in Forsyth 31029?

Among the 7,113 homes in Forsyth 31029, it is bigger than 29% of them (1,400 ft² against a typical 1,808 ft²), its lot is bigger than 34% of them (1 ac against a typical 1.65 ac) and it is newer than 19% of them (1970 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 985 Highway 42, Forsyth, GA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 985 Highway 42, Forsyth, GA was $433. The county assessed it at $15,400.

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