Average Tax Assessment in Barrow County
Real Estate Values and Property Tax Valuation in Barrow County, Georgia
Barrow County has 27,879 properties with a total real estate value of $5.2B, representing 0.65% of all real estate value in Georgia. Property taxes in Barrow County totaled $57.6M, with an average homeowner paying $2,064 in property taxes, which is lower than the state average of $2,360. The average property tax rate in Barrow County is 1.11%, higher than the state average of 1.00%. Property taxes are based on the assessed value of the property, which is determined by the local assessor's office.
The property tax timeline in Georgia begins on January 1st, when the property values are assessed. Property value notices are then issued between April and July, and property owners have 30 to 45 days after the notices are mailed to file an appeal. Finally, property tax bills are issued on September 1st.
Updated November 01, 2023
| Important Links | |
|---|---|
| Barrow Clerk of Court | (770) 307-3035 |
| Barrow Tax Commissioner | (770) 307-3106 |
| Important Dates | |
|---|---|
| Property Valuation Date: | January 1st |
| Property Value Notices Issued: | April - July |
| Property Tax Appeal Deadline: | 30 to 45 days after notices mailed |
| Property Tax Bills Issued: | September 1st |
| Real Property Tax Bill Due (1st of #): | May - December, Varies by jurisdiction, Fulton County - October 15th |
| Available Exemptions | |
|---|---|
| Senior | Available |
| Disabled | Available |
| Homestead | Available |
| Veteran | Available |
| Solar/Wind | Not Available |
| Charitable | Available |
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Real Estate Statistics in Barrow County
Residential Property Taxes by Cities in Barrow County
Barrow County has an average property tax rate of 1.11%, which is slightly lower than the state average of 1.17%. This rate is applied to all properties in the county, regardless of their location. However, the effective property tax rate can vary significantly from city to city. For example, the city of Braselton has an effective property tax rate of 1.19%, while the city of Hoschton has an effective property tax rate of 1.06%. This means that property owners in Braselton will pay a higher property tax bill than those in Hoschton. Overall, Barrow County has a relatively low property tax rate compared to other counties in the state, making it an attractive option for those looking to purchase property in the area.
Tax Assessment Value
The following table shows the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentile of property assessment value in each city in Barrow County. The tax assessment value may differ from the potential sale value, and is used to calculate the property tax for each piece of real estate.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auburn | $58,429 | $125,950 | $152,638 | $186,563 | $244,927 |
| Bethlehem | $92,473 | $152,779 | $179,695 | $209,928 | $236,401 |
| Braselton | $245,657 | $279,586 | $316,654 | $393,266 | $603,499 |
| Hoschton | $86,979 | $198,278 | $260,082 | $363,404 | $528,263 |
| Statham | $62,080 | $116,961 | $160,889 | $217,987 | $450,692 |
| Winder | $80,125 | $128,004 | $169,814 | $212,499 | $262,370 |
Property Tax Bill
This table shows the percentiles of actual property tax paid on residential properties for each city in Barrow County.
Effective Property Tax Rate
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the property tax bill by the assessed value. For the percentiles below, the calculation is performed using the percentiles for property tax bill and assessed value above. Therefore, each consecutive percentile doesn't necessarily show a larger value.
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Real Estate Values in Barrow County
The data from Redfin shows that home prices in Barrow County, Georgia have increased by 14.75% from October 2022 to October 2023. This is a significant increase in home prices in the area, indicating a strong housing market. Additionally, the home inventory in Barrow County has decreased by 30.3%, suggesting that demand for housing in the area is high. Overall, these trends indicate that the housing market in Barrow County is strong and that home prices are likely to continue to increase in the near future.
Average Home Value in Barrow County, Georgia
Last updated: November 2023
Percent Change in Total Home Sales in Barrow County
Last updated: November 2023
Percent Change in New Home Listings in Barrow County
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Mortgage Rates in Barrow County
Barrow County has a total outstanding loan amount of $6.7 billion across home mortgages. This is equivalent to 15.7 thousand outstanding loans in the county. The median mortgage rate in Barrow County varies across cities, with Auburn having the highest rate at 4.5%, while Hoschton has the lowest rate at 4.5%. This variation in rates across cities is indicative of the competitive market for mortgages in Barrow County.
The total outstanding loan amount of $6.7 billion is equivalent to approximately 70% of the total home value in Barrow County. This indicates that the majority of home buyers in the county are taking out mortgages to finance their purchases. The competitive mortgage rates in the county make it an attractive option for home buyers looking to secure a loan.
Outstanding Mortgages
The table below shows the percentile distribution of outstanding loans on residential properties in Barrow County by city.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auburn | $36,827 | $61,861 | $102,041 | $177,459 | $247,863 |
| Bethlehem | $55,374 | $73,942 | $121,233 | $182,810 | $230,615 |
| Braselton | $116,165 | $151,316 | $210,887 | $283,486 | $385,965 |
| Hoschton | $67,649 | $92,292 | $163,397 | $262,062 | $367,154 |
| Statham | $54,044 | $78,676 | $134,936 | $207,566 | $280,387 |
| Winder | $50,360 | $75,730 | $122,771 | $181,988 | $237,963 |
Mortgage Rates
The following table shows the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentile of mortgage rates in cities across Barrow County.
Housing Expenses in Barrow County, Georgia
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