Athens, Georgia Property Taxes
Real Estate Values and Property Tax Valuation in Athens, Georgia
The city of Athens, Georgia has 1,473 properties with a cumulative value of $650.5M. This accounts for 12.38% of all real estate value in Oconee County. Property taxes in Athens totaled $5.8M, with the average homeowner paying $3,955 in property taxes compared to the county average of $2,991. The average property tax rate in Athens is 0.90%, while the county average is 0.84%. Property taxes are calculated based on the assessed value of the property.
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 August 23, 2023
| Important Links | |
|---|---|
| Oconee Assessor | (864) 638-4150 |
| Oconee Assessor | (706) 769-3921 |
| Oconee Register of Deeds | (864) 638-4285 |
| Oconee Tax Commissioner | (706) 769-3917 |
| 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 Athens, Georgia
Residential Property Tax by ZIP code in Athens, Georgia
Athens, Georgia has an average property tax rate of 0.90%, which is slightly higher than the average property tax rate of 0.84% in Oconee County. This means that property owners in Athens can expect to pay slightly more in taxes than those in the rest of the county. However, property tax rates in Athens vary significantly across ZIP codes. For example, the ZIP code 30606 has an effective property tax rate of 0.9%, which is higher than the average rate in Athens. This is likely due to the higher home values in this ZIP code compared to other areas in Athens.
Overall, Athens property tax rates are slightly higher than the rest of Oconee County, but they vary significantly across ZIP codes. This is because home values can differ significantly from one ZIP code to the next, resulting in different effective property tax rates. Property owners in Athens should be aware of the differences in property tax rates across ZIP codes in order to make informed decisions about their taxes.
Tax Assessment Value
The following table shows the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentile of property assessment value in each ZIP code in Athens, Georgia. 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.
| ZIP Code | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30606 | $146,500 | $288,789 | $403,414 | $559,944 | $758,025 |
Property Tax Bill
This table shows the percentiles of actual property tax paid on residential properties for each ZIP code in Athens, Georgia.
| ZIP Code | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30606 | $1,235 | $2,528 | $3,664 | $5,076 | $6,944 |
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.
| ZIP Code | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30606 | 0.84% | 0.88% | 0.91% | 0.91% | 0.92% |
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Real Estate Values in Athens, Georgia
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Average Home Value in Athens, Georgia
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Average home value over time in Athens, Georgia
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Total unique home listings in Athens, Georgia
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Housing Expenses in Athens, Georgia
Housing expenses are a major part of the average household budget in the state. In fact, housing expenses account for nearly one-third of total expenses for the average household. As inflation continues, housing expenses continue to rise, eating up an ever-increasing portion of the household budget. Property taxes are the second largest component of housing expenses for the average property owner in the state, making up a significant portion of the total housing expenses. As housing expenses continue to rise, it is important for households to budget carefully and plan for the future to ensure they can afford their housing expenses.
Monthly Consumer Expenses for South region
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