Union County views by Chad Lariscy
by
the
2019 Numbers
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having your septic tank pumped out every 3-5 years
and changing sediment filters in your water system as
needed. Well and septic systems are both important
items to add to your home inspection checklist.
Driveways and roads— Crushed gravel is the material
of choice for most driveways, although paved and concrete
drives are becoming the norm. Routine maintenance
involves having a load of gravel spread every few years.
Make sure you understand who is responsible for road
maintenance — typically either a formal HOA, a group of
neighbors or the individual homeowner.
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Union County Tax Info
Union County has the third lowest millage rate (property +
school combined) in the state, and property is assessed at
40% of the fair market value. Property tax exemptions may
be available for those who qualify. Please contact the Tax
Commissioner or Tax Assessor for details.
○ Sales & Use Tax: 7% (4% state + 3% county, including
1% SPLOST)
○ GA Income Tax Rate (2019): 5.75% for both Individual
and Corporate
○ Property Tax Millage Rates (2019): County = 8.709;
School = 11.74; City of Blairsville = 1.895
○ Homestead Exemption: $2,000 off the 40% assessed
value or $4,000 for ages 65+
○ School Tax Exemption: Up to $10,000 off the school
tax portion of the 40% assessed value for ages 62+
○ Floating Inflation-Proof Exemption: Must have household
income of $30,000 or less for ages 62+
○ Disabled Veteran & Un-remarried Surviving Spouse
Exemption: Up to $85,645 off the assessed home value
○ Specialized Exemptions: Agricultural and Conservation
625
HOMES SOLD
101
AVERAGE DAYS ON MARKET
$256,435
AVERAGE SALES PRICE
238
LOTS SOLD
371
AVERAGE DAYS ON MARKET
$40,422
AVERAGE SALES PRICE
Data from the Northeast Georgia Board of Realtors MLS
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