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$336,827$263 / 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 89How 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 $335,000 on Feb 5, 2026

489 RIVER CHASE DR

ATHENS, GA 30605
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,282 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.
0.45 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1997
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

$337K
$300K low$373K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$335,000 · Feb 5, 2026
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.$41,827
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$33,462
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.88%
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.$295,000
CITY NATIONAL BANK · recorded Feb 5, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,376 (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.$108,730 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$12,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$96,730
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$103,799
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$271,825

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyCLARKE
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.2002
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.45
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
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 · 130 ft²Patio · 130 ft²Porch · 42 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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
Whit Davis Road Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.4 mi
H
Cedar Shoals High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.8 mi
M
Hilsman Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.4 mi

District: Clarke County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 30605These 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.103
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.73
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.63

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.32%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.25%
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.42,670
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,154 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$53,697
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$70,125
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.62°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.49 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

489 River Chase 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 85% of homes in Athens 30605
  • Smaller than 74% of homes in Athens 30605
  • Newer than 68% of homes in Athens 30605

What homes are worth in Athens 30605

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

This home
$123K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 56% of homes in Athens 30605.

How it measures up in Athens 30605

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Athens 30605.

Estimated value$336,827
CheaperTypical $320,472Pricier

Pricier than 56% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$263
CheaperTypical $195Pricier

Pricier than 85% of homes nearby

Living area1,282 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,680 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Lot size0.45 ac
SmallerTypical 0.46 acBigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Year built1997
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 68% of homes nearby

How 489 River Chase Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAthens 30605Clarke County
Estimated valuepricier than$336,82756% of homes52% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$26385% of homes79% of homes
Living areabigger than1,282 ft²26% of homes26% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.45 ac50% of homes52% of homes
Year builtnewer than199768% of homes67% of homes

About 489 River Chase Dr

How much is 489 River Chase Dr, Athens, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 489 River Chase Dr, Athens, GA is $336,827 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $300,183 to $373,471. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 489 River Chase Dr, Athens, GA last sell?

489 River Chase Dr, Athens, GA last sold on Feb 5, 2026 for $335,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 489 River Chase Dr, Athens, GA?

489 River Chase Dr, Athens, GA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,282 square feet of living space and a 0.45-acre lot.

When was 489 River Chase Dr, Athens, GA built?

489 River Chase Dr, Athens, GA was built in 1997, making it 29 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 489 River Chase Dr, Athens, GA?

489 River Chase Dr, Athens, GA is assigned to Whit Davis Road Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Cedar Shoals High School (high), rated D-; Hilsman Middle School (middle), rated D+. All sit in Clarke County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 489 River Chase Dr, Athens, GA compare to other homes in Athens 30605?

Among the 10,980 homes in Athens 30605, it is worth more than 56% of them ($336,827 against a typical $320,472), its price per square foot is higher than 85% of them ($263 against a typical $195), it is bigger than 26% of them (1,282 ft² against a typical 1,680 ft²), its lot is bigger than 50% of them (0.45 ac against a typical 0.46 ac) and it is newer than 68% of them (1997 against a typical 1985). Measured against all of Clarke County, it is worth more than 52% 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 489 River Chase Dr, Athens, GA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 489 River Chase Dr, Athens, GA was $3,376. The county assessed it at $108,730.

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