The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 31830 sells for about $162,500, or $90 per square foot.
Homes take about 118 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $918 a month.
ZIP 31830 — Warm Springs
The housing market in 31830 is characterized by low inventory and slow turnover, with a median list price of $162,500. Market activity is limited, reflecting the rural nature of the area and a stable but small population base. Data points for specific metrics like price cuts and year-over-year changes are not currently published at the ZIP level.
This ZIP is best suited for retirees, outdoor enthusiasts, and those seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle with historical significance, rather than urban commuters.
Median prices moved sideways 0.0% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 118 days on market with 0.2 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
0% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 95.3% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 6.5% · poverty 14.5% — a stable, low-distress profile.
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ZCTA 31830, Meriwether County GA
The area is served by the Meriwether County School System, which generally faces challenges typical of rural Georgia districts.
The area is subject to standard regional risks including severe thunderstorms and potential wind damage; flood risk varies by proximity to local creeks.
Economic momentum is modest, anchored by tourism related to the Little White House and local agricultural/small-business sectors.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Georgia) — Homestead Exemption: Provides a reduction in the assessed value of the property; the state standard exemption is $2,000, which is subtracted from the assessed value before the millage rate is applied. State (Georgia) — Ad Valorem Property Tax Assessment: Taxable tangible property is assessed at 40 percent of its fair market value. The formula for tax due is: ((Fair Market Value * 0.40) - Exemptions) * Millage Rate.
Commutes are primarily car-dependent, with residents often traveling to larger employment hubs in LaGrange or the Columbus metro area.
The area is home to the historic Little White House and F.D. Roosevelt State Park, offering extensive hiking, fishing, and outdoor recreation.
The rental market is limited with a vacancy rate of approximately 9.1% and a mix of single-family homes and small multifamily units.
The local economy is driven by tourism, local government, and small-scale agriculture.
No major large-scale commercial or residential developments are currently reported for this ZIP.
Meriwether County Central Appraisal District manages assessments based on annual market value updates.
Parcels are subject to Meriwether County school and general fund millage rates.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by rural fire protection ratings and regional weather-related hazard exposure.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau and aggregated sources.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment. Source: NCES EDGE public school locations 2023-24.
The historic home of President Franklin D. Roosevelt.
Georgia's largest state park featuring trails and scenic views.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.