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$677,339$557 / 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 86How 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 $680,000 on Aug 26, 2025

26 RIVER ST

HIAWASSEE, GA 30546
1
Baths
1,216 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.
0.86 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1935
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$677K
$585K low$769K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$680,000 · Aug 26, 2025
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$201,339
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$161,071
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.71%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$476,000
VANDERBILT MORTGAGE · recorded Aug 26, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$751 (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.$222,270 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$167,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$55,270
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$192,270
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$555,674

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.57
66
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
18
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
79
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.
27
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.161 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.1 percent flood zone

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
CountyTOWNS
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.1990
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.86
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Radiant
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 168 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
Towns County Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.8 mi
H
Towns County High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi
M
Towns County Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.9 mi

District: Towns County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 30546These 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.119
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.96

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.61%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
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.8,278
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.61 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$53,830
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$79,125
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.65 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.61%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

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

26 River St 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 83% of homes in Towns County
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Towns County
  • Smaller than 76% of homes in Towns County
  • Older than 98% of homes in Hiawassee 30546

What homes are worth in Hiawassee 30546

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

This home
$55K$1.7M

This home is worth more than 81% of homes in Hiawassee 30546.

How it measures up in Hiawassee 30546

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Hiawassee 30546.

Estimated value$677,339
CheaperTypical $384,951Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$557
CheaperTypical $221Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Living area1,216 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,794 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Lot size0.86 ac
SmallerTypical 0.94 acBigger

Bigger than 47% of homes nearby

Year built1935
OlderTypical 1995Newer

Newer than 2% of homes nearby

How 26 River St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHiawassee 30546Towns County
Estimated valuepricier than$677,33981% of homes83% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$55798% of homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than1,216 ft²26% of homes24% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.86 ac47% of homes43% of homes
Year builtnewer than19352% of homes3% of homes

About 26 River St

How much is 26 River St, Hiawassee, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 26 River St, Hiawassee, GA is $677,339 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $585,394 to $769,284. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 26 River St, Hiawassee, GA last sell?

26 River St, Hiawassee, GA last sold on Aug 26, 2025 for $680,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 26 River St, Hiawassee, GA?

26 River St, Hiawassee, GA has 1 bathrooms, 1,216 square feet of living space and a 0.86-acre lot.

When was 26 River St, Hiawassee, GA built?

26 River St, Hiawassee, GA was built in 1935, making it 91 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 26 River St, Hiawassee, GA?

26 River St, Hiawassee, GA is assigned to Towns County Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Towns County High School (high), rated A-; Towns County Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Towns County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 26 River St, Hiawassee, GA compare to other homes in Hiawassee 30546?

Among the 6,163 homes in Hiawassee 30546, it is worth more than 81% of them ($677,339 against a typical $384,951), its price per square foot is higher than 98% of them ($557 against a typical $221), it is bigger than 26% of them (1,216 ft² against a typical 1,794 ft²), its lot is bigger than 47% of them (0.86 ac against a typical 0.94 ac) and it is newer than 2% of them (1935 against a typical 1995). Measured against all of Towns County, it is worth more than 83% 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 26 River St, Hiawassee, GA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 26 River St, Hiawassee, GA was $751. The county assessed it at $222,270.

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