Average Tax Assessment in Forsyth County
Real Estate Values and Property Tax Valuation in Forsyth County, Georgia
Forsyth County has a total of 83,115 properties with a cumulative value of $31.3B. This accounts for 3.90% of all real estate value in Georgia. Property taxes in Forsyth County totaled $279.0M, with the average homeowner paying $3,363 in property taxes, which is higher than the state average of $2,360. The average property tax rate in Forsyth County is 0.89%, lower than the state average of 1.00%. Property taxes are calculated based on the assessed value of the property, which is typically lower than the market value.
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 | |
|---|---|
| Forsyth Clerk of Court | (770) 781-2120 |
| Forsyth Register of Deeds | (336) 703-2700 |
| 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 Forsyth County
Residential Property Taxes by Cities in Forsyth County
Forsyth County has an average property tax rate of 0.89%, which is slightly lower than the average rate for the state of Georgia. This rate is applied to all property owners in the county, regardless of the city in which they live. However, there is some variation in the effective property tax rate across the cities in Forsyth County. Alpharetta has the highest effective property tax rate at 0.95%, while Dawsonville has the lowest effective property tax rate at 0.75%. This means that property owners in Alpharetta will pay a higher property tax bill than those in Dawsonville. In 2023, the total property taxes collected in Forsyth County are estimated to be $279 million.
Tax Assessment Value
The following table shows the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentile of property assessment value in each city in Forsyth 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alpharetta | $219,554 | $280,090 | $358,640 | $454,000 | $522,264 |
| Ball Ground | $222,768 | $252,210 | $324,240 | $421,880 | $515,848 |
| Cumming | $197,245 | $262,778 | $343,995 | $439,080 | $551,790 |
| Dawsonville | $19,320 | $200,155 | $285,135 | $433,138 | $545,041 |
| Duluth | $606,690 | $667,838 | $761,360 | $870,815 | $1,043,900 |
| Gainesville | $121,124 | $185,122 | $279,415 | $405,860 | $580,400 |
| Suwanee | $308,110 | $352,310 | $436,000 | $542,845 | $687,772 |
Property Tax Bill
This table shows the percentiles of actual property tax paid on residential properties for each city in Forsyth County.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alpharetta | $767 | $2,555 | $3,466 | $4,639 | $5,478 |
| Ball Ground | $648 | $1,607 | $2,894 | $4,001 | $4,968 |
| Cumming | $610 | $1,768 | $3,180 | $4,355 | $5,570 |
| Dawsonville | $214 | $819 | $2,209 | $3,472 | $4,978 |
| Duluth | $1,824 | $6,185 | $7,758 | $9,122 | $11,219 |
| Gainesville | $395 | $1,144 | $2,226 | $3,650 | $5,269 |
| Suwanee | $1,118 | $3,277 | $4,219 | $5,497 | $7,192 |
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.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alpharetta | 0.35% | 0.91% | 0.97% | 1.02% | 1.05% |
| Ball Ground | 0.29% | 0.64% | 0.89% | 0.95% | 0.96% |
| Cumming | 0.31% | 0.67% | 0.92% | 0.99% | 1.01% |
| Dawsonville | 1.11% | 0.41% | 0.77% | 0.80% | 0.91% |
| Duluth | 0.30% | 0.93% | 1.02% | 1.05% | 1.07% |
| Gainesville | 0.33% | 0.62% | 0.80% | 0.90% | 0.91% |
| Suwanee | 0.36% | 0.93% | 0.97% | 1.01% | 1.05% |
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Real Estate Values in Forsyth County
The data from Redfin shows that home prices in Forsyth County, Georgia have increased significantly from October 2022 to October 2023. The median home price rose from $520.0K to $627.0K, representing a 20.58% increase. At the same time, the home inventory decreased from 804 to 560, indicating a decrease in the availability of homes for sale. This suggests that the demand for homes in Forsyth County is increasing, driving up prices.
Average Home Value in Forsyth County, Georgia
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Percent Change in Total Home Sales in Forsyth County
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Percent Change in New Home Listings in Forsyth County
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Mortgage Rates in Forsyth County
Forsyth County has a total of $13.5 billion in outstanding home mortgage loans, with 54,300 individual loans. This represents a significant portion of the total home value in the county, and demonstrates the importance of mortgages in the local economy.
The median mortgage rate in Forsyth County varies across cities, with Ball Ground having the highest rate at 4.3%, and Gainesville having the lowest rate at 4.3%. This variation in rates can make a significant difference in the total cost of a loan, and it is important for potential borrowers to shop around and compare rates to get the best deal.
Outstanding Mortgages
The table below shows the percentile distribution of outstanding loans on residential properties in Forsyth County by city.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alpharetta | $87,222 | $127,228 | $206,000 | $309,042 | $393,423 |
| Ball Ground | $77,857 | $106,754 | $183,168 | $268,300 | $353,156 |
| Cumming | $83,963 | $137,878 | $221,077 | $313,430 | $397,579 |
| Dawsonville | $82,789 | $131,233 | $205,261 | $270,104 | $385,007 |
| Duluth | $192,033 | $290,192 | $364,718 | $522,378 | $684,097 |
| Gainesville | $67,456 | $101,673 | $170,552 | $264,052 | $361,866 |
| Suwanee | $110,133 | $167,515 | $260,031 | $358,325 | $464,298 |
Mortgage Rates
The following table shows the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentile of mortgage rates in cities across Forsyth County.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alpharetta | 3.00% | 3.56% | 4.14% | 5.42% | 6.63% |
| Ball Ground | 2.96% | 3.60% | 4.30% | 5.94% | 6.85% |
| Cumming | 2.90% | 3.55% | 4.12% | 5.43% | 6.62% |
| Dawsonville | 2.80% | 3.46% | 4.16% | 5.67% | 6.98% |
| Duluth | 2.90% | 3.56% | 4.29% | 5.50% | 6.75% |
| Gainesville | 2.96% | 3.60% | 4.30% | 5.82% | 6.90% |
| Suwanee | 3.00% | 3.59% | 4.16% | 5.63% | 6.71% |
Housing Expenses in Forsyth County, Georgia
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