Real Estate Values and Property Tax Valuation in McIntosh County, Georgia

McIntosh County has a total of 6,486 properties with a cumulative value of $909.8M, representing 0.11% of all real estate value in Georgia. Property taxes in McIntosh County totaled $9.8M, with an average homeowner paying $1,537 in property taxes, which is lower than the state average of $2,360. The average property tax rate in McIntosh County is 1.08%, higher 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.

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
SeniorAvailable
DisabledAvailable
HomesteadAvailable
VeteranAvailable
Solar/WindNot Available
CharitableAvailable

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Real Estate Statistics in McIntosh County

Total Real Estate Value
$909.8M
Total Real Property Taxes
$9.8M
Average Property Tax Rate
1.08%
# of Real Properties
6.5K

Residential Property Taxes by Cities in McIntosh County

McIntosh County has an average property tax rate of 1.08%, which is slightly lower than the state average of 1.14%. 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 Darien has the highest effective property tax rate in the county at 1.11%, while the city of Townsend has the lowest effective property tax rate at 1.06%. This means that property owners in Darien will pay slightly more in taxes than those in Townsend.

Overall, McIntosh County has a relatively low property tax rate compared to other counties in the state. This makes it an attractive option for those looking to purchase property in the area. However, it is important to note that the effective property tax rate can vary significantly from city to city, so it is important to research the rates in each city before making a purchase.

Tax Assessment Value

The following table shows the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentile of property assessment value in each city in McIntosh 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.

City10th Percentile25th PercentileMedian75th Percentile90th Percentile
Darien$10,800$31,032$95,940$178,492$283,950
Townsend$16,015$41,099$104,074$196,790$331,715

Property Tax Bill

This table shows the percentiles of actual property tax paid on residential properties for each city in McIntosh County.

City10th Percentile25th PercentileMedian75th Percentile90th Percentile
Darien$136$373$1,110$2,020$3,135
Townsend$191$461$1,134$2,132$3,550

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.

City10th Percentile25th PercentileMedian75th Percentile90th Percentile
Darien 1.26% 1.20% 1.16% 1.13% 1.10%
Townsend 1.19% 1.12% 1.09% 1.08% 1.07%

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Real Estate Values in McIntosh County

The data from Redfin shows that the median home price in McIntosh County, Georgia has increased significantly from October 2022 to October 2023, with a 76.97% increase. This indicates that the housing market in McIntosh County is strong and that home prices are rising. Additionally, the home inventory in McIntosh County has also increased from 77 in October 2022 to 82 in October 2023, indicating that there is an increased demand for housing in the area. Overall, the data from Redfin suggests that the housing market in McIntosh County is healthy and that home prices are on the rise.

Median Sale Value
$345.0K
Total Active Listings
82
Annual percent change in median sale price
76.97%

Average Home Value in McIntosh County, Georgia

Last updated: November 2023

Percent Change in Total Home Sales in McIntosh County

Last updated: November 2023

Percent Change in New Home Listings in McIntosh County

Last updated: November 2023

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Mortgage Rates in McIntosh County

McIntosh County has a total of $173.8 million in outstanding home mortgage loans. This represents 961 loans, or roughly 1.3% of the total home value in the county. The median mortgage rate in McIntosh County varies significantly across cities, with Darien having the highest median rate of 3.92%, while Townsend has the lowest median rate of 3.92%. This variation in rates across cities can be attributed to the different economic and housing market conditions in each city.

Overall, the mortgage market in McIntosh County is healthy, with a low delinquency rate and a relatively low total outstanding loan amount. This indicates that homeowners in the county are able to manage their mortgage payments and are able to take advantage of the competitive rates offered by lenders. As the economy and housing market continue to improve, it is likely that the mortgage market in McIntosh County will remain strong.

# of Outstanding Loans
961
Total Outstanding Loan Amount
$173.8M
Properties with Loans
14.82%

Outstanding Mortgages

The table below shows the percentile distribution of outstanding loans on residential properties in McIntosh County by city.

City10th Percentile25th PercentileMedian75th Percentile90th Percentile
Darien$47,985$79,438$124,390$200,896$277,903
Townsend$42,555$79,913$129,751$204,054$290,508

Mortgage Rates

The following table shows the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentile of mortgage rates in cities across McIntosh County.

City10th Percentile25th PercentileMedian75th Percentile90th Percentile
Darien 2.90% 3.43% 3.92% 4.67% 6.09%
Townsend 2.90% 3.22% 3.92% 4.51% 5.86%

Housing Expenses in McIntosh County, Georgia

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Frequently asked questions

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The average property tax rate in McIntosh County is 1.08%.
The following exemptions and discounts are available in McIntosh County: Charitable, Disabled, Homestead and Senior

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