The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 30436 sells for about $95,900, or $78 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.1% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 78 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $850 a month.
ZIP 30436 — Lyons
The housing market in 30436 remains stable with low price volatility and limited inventory. Market conditions are driven by local demand rather than speculative investment, resulting in a slow but steady appreciation of home values. Most metrics, including sales volume and days on market, reflect a quiet, rural market environment.
This ZIP code is best suited for budget-conscious family buyers and those seeking a rural lifestyle. It is less ideal for commuters requiring proximity to major metropolitan employment hubs.
Median prices moved up 2.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 78 days on market with 5.2 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 96.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 5.8% · poverty 19.5% — a mixed stability profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 2.3%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 2.3%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 30436, Toombs County GA
Crime rates in the Lyons area are generally consistent with rural Georgia averages, with property crime being the primary concern. Local law enforcement maintains a visible presence, though residents often report feeling safe in residential neighborhoods.
Schools serving the 30436 area are part of the Toombs County School District, which provides standard public education services. Performance metrics are generally aligned with regional rural school district averages.
The area is subject to standard regional risks including seasonal thunderstorms and occasional high winds. Flood risk is localized to specific low-lying areas near regional creeks and drainage basins.
Economic momentum is driven by local agricultural operations and small-scale manufacturing. Infrastructure development is focused on maintaining regional highway connectivity rather than large-scale urban expansion.
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 most residents driving to employment centers in Lyons or nearby Vidalia. Public transit options are not available in this rural ZIP code.
Recreational opportunities include local community parks and access to regional outdoor spaces for hunting and fishing. Shopping and dining are concentrated in the downtown Lyons area.
The rental market is characterized by limited inventory, with a high demand for single-family detached homes. Vacancy rates remain low due to the lack of new multi-family development.
The local economy is heavily reliant on agriculture, food processing, and local government services. Employment is stable but lacks the diversity of larger urban centers.
Transportation is dominated by private vehicle use, with US Highway 1 serving as the primary artery. There is no public transit infrastructure.
Development is currently limited to small-scale residential infill and minor commercial improvements. No major regional projects are currently slated for this ZIP.
The Toombs County Tax Assessor manages property valuations, focusing on annual market adjustments to maintain equity.
Parcels are subject to Toombs County school taxes and local municipal service districts. No major MUDs or PIDs are present.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional weather patterns, with standard coverage available through major national carriers.
Net domestic migration is stable, with modest growth driven by individuals seeking lower costs of living.
Georgia is a non-judicial foreclosure state, allowing for relatively efficient processing of defaulted mortgages.
Sellers are required to provide a property disclosure statement detailing known material defects at the time of sale.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov for ZCTA 30436.
The federal school roster could not be retrieved on the last refresh — no list is shown rather than an unverified one. Source: NCES EDGE public school locations 2023-24.
A central community park featuring walking trails and recreational facilities.
The historic commercial core of the city with local retail and dining options.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.