$359,900

1285 Lake Forest Ln McDonough, GA 30253

Estimated payment $2,542/month

Total Views 802
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,138 Sq Ft
$168 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Great Room
  • Union Grove High School Rated A
  • Ranch Style House
  • Community Pool

About This Home

Don't miss this prime opportunity to purchase a three-sides-brick ranch at a great price in sought after Lakehaven in McDonough! This well-loved split-bedroom home needs updating and is ready for your personal touches! Enjoy swim and tennis in this established neighborhood that is situated in the high-performing East Lake/Union Grove school district! You will instantly appreciate the professionally landscaped exterior and curb appeal. Inside you'll find 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and a powder room. Hardwood floor foyer entrance. Formal dining room. Great room with vaulted ceiling, natural gas brick fireplace and built-in bookcases. Kitchen with breakfast area. Laundry closet off kitchen (washer and dryer included!). Primary bedroom with tray ceiling. Vaulted ceiling primary bathroom with tile floor, double sink vanity, soaking tub, separate shower and large walk-in closet. Rear deck. Enjoy the convenience of shopping at the brand new Kroger Marketplace retail development. This neighborhood is located only a few short minutes from historic downtown McDonough and I-75!

Listing Agent

Beau Kelley

Buddy Kelley Properties License #238002 Listed on: 07/10/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,181

Year Built

  • Built in 1997

Lot Details

  • 0.5 Acre Lot
  • Level Lot

HOA Fees

  • $35 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • Side or Rear Entrance to Parking

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Composition Roof
  • Three Sided Brick Exterior Elevation

Interior Spaces

  • 2,138 Sq Ft Home
  • Tray Ceiling
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Factory Built Fireplace
  • Fireplace With Gas Starter
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Great Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Crawl Space
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Split Bedroom Floorplan
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Double Vanity
  • Soaking Tub
  • Bathtub Includes Tile Surround
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry in Hall
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Schools

  • East Lake Elementary School
  • Union Grove Middle School
  • Union Grove High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Underground Utilities
  • Gas Water Heater
  • High Speed Internet
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 71

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include management fee, swimming, tennis
  • Lakehaven Subdivision

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Playground
  • Community Pool

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,181

Year Built

Built in 1997

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$35 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • District: 7
  • Section: 4
  • Year Built: 1997
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Brick 3 Side, Ranch, Traditional
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Levels: One
  • Lot Size Acres: .50
  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Structure Type: House
  • Total Finished Area2: 2138
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Oven/Range (Combo), Washer
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Dining Room Features: Separate Room
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Total Finished Sq Ft: 2138
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2138
  • Interior Amenities: Double Vanity, Master On Main Level, Pulldown Attic Stairs, Separate Shower, Soaking Tub, Split Bedroom Plan, Tile Bath, Tray Ceiling(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Factory Built, Gas Starter
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Vinyl
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Area, Pantry
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows
  • Price Per Square Foot: 168.334

Beds/Baths

  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Bedroom Main Level: 3

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Roof: Composition

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Attached, Side/Rear Entrance

Utilities

  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • Heating: Central, Natural Gas
  • Laundry Features: In Hall
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, High Speed Internet, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities, Water Available
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Annual Association Fee: 425
  • Association: Yes
  • Community Features: Playground, Pool, Tennis Court(s)

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Management Fee, Swimming, Tennis

Schools

  • Elementary School: East Lake
  • High School: Union Grove
  • High School Bus: Yes
  • Middle School: Union Grove
  • Middle School Bus: Yes
  • Elementary School: East Lake
  • Middle School: Union Grove
  • High School: Union Grove

Lot Info

  • Land Lot: 59/60
  • Lot: 71
  • Deed Book: 2697
  • Deed Page: 230
  • Plat Book: 23
  • Plat Page: 134+

Multi Family

  • Total Fireplaces: 1

Tax Info

  • Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 6181.49

MLS Schools

  • Elementary Bus Line: Yes

Map

Range of Values:

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Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $1,251 $148,120 $24,000 $124,120
2023 $901 $147,480 $20,000 $127,480
2022 $1,045 $128,080 $20,000 $108,080
2021 $1,043 $108,280 $20,000 $88,280
2020 $1,043 $97,360 $14,600 $82,760
2019 $1,043 $96,120 $14,600 $81,520
2018 $1,043 $89,280 $14,600 $74,680
2016 $1,007 $80,640 $12,000 $68,640
2015 $980 $74,240 $10,000 $64,240
2014 $877 $66,360 $10,000 $56,360
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/10/2025 07/10/25 For Sale $359,900 -- $168 / Sq Ft
Source: Georgia MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $164,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $90,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Source: Georgia MLS

MLS Number: 10561860

Georgia MLS

APN: 089D-01-058-000