Forsyth City Property Records in Georgia

Forsyth is the county seat of Monroe County in middle Georgia, along Interstate 75 between Macon and Atlanta, and it is home to the historic Monroe County Courthouse square.

Land records such as deeds, plats and liens are recorded by the Monroe County Clerk of Superior Court, and the Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority (GSCCCA) maintains an online index. The Monroe County Board of Tax Assessors sets property assessments, and the Monroe County Tax Commissioner handles bills and payments. Planning and zoning questions inside city limits go to the City of Forsyth, while the Georgia Archives may hold older materials.

Avg. Household Income
Avg. Household Income:
$74,811
Avg. Home Price
Avg. Home Price:
$191,600
Avg. Property Tax Amount
Avg. Property Tax Amount:
$1,224
Avg. Property Tax
Avg. Property Tax:
0.64%
Median Gross Rent
Median Gross Rent:
$876 / mo
Owner Occupied Housing Rate
Owner Occupied Housing Rate:
55%
Population
Population:
4,641

Forsyth Property and Community Statistics

What Is the Population Profile of Forsyth

Using the Race and Ethnicity data for Forsyth, the three largest groups are White residents at 56% (2,586 people), Black residents at 37% (1,702 people), and Hispanic residents at 7% (340 people). The data also includes Two + Races at 0.28% (13 people), and Asian, Other Race, American Indian, and Pacific Islander categories, each at 0% (0 people).

White
56%
2,586
Black
37%
1,702
Hispanic
7%
340
Two + Races
0.28%
13
Asian
0%
0
Other Race
0%
0
American Indian
0%
0
Pacific Islander
0%
0

Forsyth, Ratings Compared Across Georgia A

Forsyth's ratings cover different aspects of life in the city. The highest-rated categories are Public Schools (A), Diversity (A), and Good for Retirees (A). Other notable ratings include Housing (A), Cost of Living (A-), Weather (A-), Good for Families (A-), Jobs (B+), and Health & Fitness (C+). These ratings provide an overview of key quality-of-life categories.

Public Schools
Public Schools
A
Cost of Living
Cost of Living
A-
Health & Fitness
Health & Fitness
C+
Outdoor Activities
Outdoor Activities
B-
Nightlife
Nightlife
B-
Weather
Weather
A-
Commute
Commute
C
Access to Bars
Access to Bars
C
Access to Coffee Shops
Access to Coffee Shops
B-
Access to Outdoor Activities
Access to Outdoor Activities
B-
Access to Parks
Access to Parks
B-
Access to Restaurants
Access to Restaurants
C+
Crime & Safety
Crime & Safety
N/G
Diversity
Diversity
A
Good for Families
Good for Families
A-
Good for Retirees
Good for Retirees
A
Good for Young Professionals
Good for Young Professionals
B+
Housing
Housing
A
Jobs
Jobs
B+
Walkability
Walkability
C

How Educated Is Forsyth

Forsyth's Education data shows residents' educational attainment, including High School (33%), Bachelor Degree (16%), and Associate Degree (14%). The data also includes other available education levels.

High School
33%
Bachelor Degree
16%
Associate Degree
14%
Some College
10%
Masters Degree
9%
Below High School
9%
Doctorate
0.70%

When Were Homes Built

Forsyth's Home Age data shows when homes were built across different construction periods. Most homes were built during 1960 - 1979 (28%), followed by 1940 - 1959 (27%) and 2000 - Present (22%). The data also includes other available construction periods.

1960 - 1979
28%
1940 - 1959
27%
2000 - Present
22%
1980 - 1999
19%
Before 1939
4%

How Many Bedrooms Do Homes Have?

Forsyth's Home Size data shows the distribution of homes by number of bedrooms. Most homes have 3 Bedrooms (41%), followed by 2 Bedrooms (30%) and 4 Bedrooms (19%). The data also includes other available bedroom categories.

3 Bedrooms
41%
2 Bedrooms
30%
4 Bedrooms
19%
1 Bedroom
5%
5 or More Bedrooms
4%
No Bedrooms
0%

What Is the Average Age

Forsyth's Population data shows the distribution of residents by age group. The largest groups are 65 Plus (20%), 25 - 34 (18%), and 55 - 64 (16%). The data also includes other available age groups.

65 Plus
20%
25 - 34
18%
55 - 64
16%
45 - 54
12%
Under 10
11%
10 - 17
9%
35 - 44
8%
18 - 24
6%

Property Market Trends at Forsyth

Forsyth's property market remains strong, with the median home price reaching approximately $191,600. Suburban areas, however, offer more affordable housing options. The rental market is also competitive, with the median rent around $876 per month. Despite high demand and limited inventory, the market remains resilient, attracting both buyers and investors seeking long-term value in Forsyth's dynamic real estate landscape.

Forsyth Assessor Office

Monroe County Tax Assessors

Street:
38 W Main Street
City:
Forsyth
County:
Monroe
State:
GA
Zip Code:
31029
Phone:
478-994-7038
Fax:
-
Hours:
Monday - Friday (8AM - 5PM)

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