Candler County property record for 12997 Watson Rd, Metter, GA 30439
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
|---|---|
| Details | 1 ba · 1,154 sqft · built 1954 |
| Lot Size | 3.27 acres (142,441 sqft) |
| Owner | Individual Name on File |
| Tax Bill | $203 (2025) |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 051-009-006 |
| Primary APN | 051-009-006 |
|---|---|
| Alternative APN |
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| Full Baths | 1 Bath |
|---|---|
| Stories | 1 Story |
| Building Area | 1,154 sqft Heated Area |
| 1st Floor Area | 1,154 sqft |
| Flooring | Concrete/Cement |
| Interior Walls | Wallboard/Drywall |
| Fireplaces | 1 Fireplace |
| Fireplace | Fireplace |
| Year Built | Built 1954 |
|---|---|
| Exterior Material | Fiber Cement Siding |
| Construction Type | Wood |
| Foundation Type | Masonry |
| Roof Type | Gable |
| Roof Material | Composition Shingle |
| Lot Area | 142,441 sqft (3.27 acres) |
| Porch | Open Porch |
| Porch Area | 44 sqft |
| Cooling System | None |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Septic |
| Water Source | Well |
| Account Number | 5377 |
|---|---|
| Old Parcel Number | 051 009 006 |
| Street Address | 12997 WATSON RD |
| City | METTER |
| State | GA |
| Zip | 30439-2157 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Local Zoning Code | 007 |
| Legal Description | 3.27 ACRES & HOUSE |
| Jurisdiction | CANDLER GA |
| Township / Civil Division | METTER |
| Census Block Group | 1 |
| Census Block | 1033 |
| Census Tract | 950100 |
12997 Watson Rd is owned by an individual who acquired it in September 2016.
Source: Candler County records, as of January 1, 2026
| Owner of Record | Individual Name on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 12536 WATSON RD, METTER, GA 30439-2172 |
| Owner Type | Individual |
Owner names and exact recorded amounts are on file and can be viewed instantly on this page with a free 10-day trial.
| Deed Names | Name on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Sep 19, 2016 |
| Deed Sale | Sep 19, 2016 |
| Prior Sale | Mar 23, 2010 · Amount on File |
| Deed Document Number | 0000293136 |
| Deed Book / Page | 255 / 205 |
| Record Updated | Jun 8, 2026 |
The 2025 property tax bill for 12997 Watson Rd was $203, up 3.6% from the year before.
Source: Candler County assessment roll, as of July 1, 2025
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | Georgia |
| County | Candler County |
| Unified School District | Candler County School District (PK - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $203.00 (+3.57%) | $7,183 (-0.01%) Land $4,183 Building $3,000 | $17,958 (-0.01%) Land $10,458 Building $7,500 |
| 2024 | $196.00 | $7,184 (-) Land $4,184 Building $3,000 | $17,959 (-) Land $10,459 Building $7,500 |
| 2023 | $196.00 (+12.64%) | $7,184 (+12.53%) Land $4,184 Building $3,000 | $17,959 (+12.53%) Land $10,459 Building $7,500 |
| 2022 | $174.00 | $6,384 Land $4,184 Building $2,200 | $15,959 Land $10,459 Building $5,500 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes and are not market price estimates.
FEMA maps place 12997 Watson Rd in Zone X, an area of minimal flood risk, though there have been 2 flood claims nearby since 2024.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective December 17, 2010 · OpenFEMA NFIP redacted claims and policies, as of September 2026
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
| Nearby Flood Policies | 3 in force |
| Nearby Flood Claims | 2 (2024) |
| Most Recent Claim | Nov 2024 · rainfall accumulation |
Values are read at the parcel center point; flood claims are located to the census block group, not this parcel; lenders make the official flood determination.
Wildfire risk around 12997 Watson Rd is low, with a 0.05% annual chance of wildfire.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Low lower than 62% of the US · lower than 80% of Georgia |
|---|---|
| Wildfire Likelihood | 0.05% annual chance |
| Exposure | Direct burnable vegetation |
Values cover an area roughly 900 ft across, not the parcel itself; insurers use their own ratings.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 14 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Pineland Communications Fiber | 1,000 / 1,000 |
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