Macon-Bibb County property record for 979 Birch St, Macon, GA 31204
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
|---|---|
| Details | 2 bd · 1 ba · 1,053 sqft · built 1950 |
| Lot Size | 0.29 acres (12,632 sqft) |
| Owner | Individual Name on File |
| Last Sale | $26,000 (Jun 2019) |
| Tax Bill | $516 (2026) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Jun 2019 Sale |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | P073-0215 |
| Primary APN | P073-0215 |
|---|---|
| Alternative APN |
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| Bedrooms | 2 Beds |
|---|---|
| Full Baths | 1 Bath |
| Stories | 1 Story |
| Building Area | 1,053 sqft Heated Area |
| 1st Floor Area | 1,053 sqft |
| Flooring | Hardwood |
| Interior Walls | Wallboard/Drywall |
| Fireplaces | 1 Fireplace |
| Fireplace | Fireplace |
| Year Built | Built 1950 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 1950 |
| Exterior Material | Brick Veneer |
| Foundation Type | Block |
| Roof Type | Gable |
| Roof Material | Composition Shingle |
| Lot Area | 12,632 sqft (0.29 acres) |
| Lot Dimensions | 255 ft deep x 50 ft wide |
| Porch | Slab |
| Porch Area | 100 sqft |
| Patio Area | 18 sqft |
| Heating System | Floor/Wall Furnace |
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| Account Number | 54752 |
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| Street Address | 979 BIRCH ST |
| City | MACON |
| State | GA |
| Zip | 31204-4024 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Local Zoning Code | R-2 |
| Legal Description | NAPIER |
| Legal Subdivision | HUGUENIN HEIGHTS |
| Legal Block | 26 |
| Jurisdiction | BIBB GA |
| Township / Civil Division | MACON WEST |
| Census Block Group | 1 |
| Census Block | 1016 |
| Census Tract | 14000 |
Source: NPS National Register of Historic Places, as of August 1, 2026
| Historic District | Within the Napier Heights Historic District listed 2020 · 611 contributing resources · NRIS 100005424 |
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Federal listing alone does not restrict alterations; local historic district rules, which this data does not cover, may apply.
979 Birch St is owned by an individual who bought it in June 2019.
Source: Macon-Bibb County records, as of October 13, 2026
| Owner of Record | Individual Name on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | PO BOX 333, ATLANTA, GA 30301 |
| 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 | Jun 21, 2019 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | Jun 21, 2019 · Amount on File |
| Prior Sale | Oct 1, 2002 · Amount on File |
| Deed Book / Page | 10367 / 43 |
| Record Updated | Oct 29, 2026 |
| Document Type | Warranty Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | BIBB GA |
| Recording Date | Jun 21, 2019 |
| Property Address | 979 BIRCH ST, MACON, GA 31204-4024 |
| Document Number | 0103670043 |
| Book / Page | 010367 / 000043 |
| Instrument Date | Jun 19, 2019 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Jul 12, 2019 |
| Title Company | ATTORNEY ONLY |
| Amount | Amount on Record |
|---|---|
| Tax | $26.00 |
| Amount Accuracy | Confirmed |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Address | 1 EQUITY WAY CLEVELAND OH 441451050, CLEVELAND, OH 44145-1050 |
The 2026 property tax bill for 979 Birch St was $516, up 6.4% from the year before.
Source: Macon-Bibb County assessment roll, as of November 10, 2025
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | Georgia |
| County / Municipality | Macon-Bibb County |
| Unified School District | Bibb County School District (PK - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $516.00 (+6.39%) | ||
| 2025 | $485.00 | $19,774 Land $4,806 Building $14,968 | $49,434 Land $12,015 Building $37,419 |
| 2023 | $548.00 (-2.49%) | $18,528 (+25.19%) Land $3,560 Building $14,968 | $46,319 (+25.19%) Land $8,900 Building $37,419 |
| 2022 | $562.00 | $14,800 Land $4,414 Building $10,386 | $36,999 Land $11,034 Building $25,965 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes and are not market price estimates.
FEMA maps place 979 Birch St in Zone X, an area of minimal flood risk.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective September 30, 2026
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
Values are read at the parcel center point; lenders make the official flood determination.
Wildfire risk around 979 Birch St is low, with less than a 0.01% annual chance of wildfire.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Low lower than 99.8% of the US · lower than 99.9% of Georgia |
|---|---|
| Wildfire Likelihood | Under 0.01% annual chance |
| Exposure | None beyond ember reach |
Values cover an area roughly 900 ft across, not the parcel itself; insurers use their own ratings.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System, as of September 2026
| Water System | MACON WATER AUTHORITY serves 130,024 people · EPA ID GA0210001 |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Surface water |
| Last State Inspection | Mar 2024 |
| Lead | 3 ppb (2024–2026) action level 15 ppb |
| Water Quality | None last 10 years |
|---|---|
| Treatment and Procedure | None last 10 years |
| Monitoring and Reporting | None last 3 years |
Results are for the whole water system, not water tested at this address; lead at the tap also depends on the building's own pipes.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 216 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Cox Communications Cable | 2,000 / 100 |
| Verizon Fixed Wireless | 300 / 20 |
| Starlink Satellite | 280 / 30 |
May also be available: AT&T, ClearWave.
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