$470,000
SOLD SEP 23, 2025

1485 Orchard Cir Unit 2B Watkinsville, GA 30677

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,985 Sq Ft
$394/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$237 Per Sq Ft

1% Below List Price

19 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fitness Center
  • Gated Community
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Malcom Bridge Elementary School Rated A
  • Clubhouse
  • Traditional Architecture

About This Home

As of September 2025

Discover comfort, convenience, and community at its finest in this beautifully maintained home, ideally located in the sought-after Creekside Cottages-a quiet, gated neighborhood designed exclusively for active adults 55 and better. Enjoy scenic sidewalks, lush green spaces, and a serene atmosphere just steps from the clubhouse and private pool. This one-level, fully ADA-compliant home features 3 spacious bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, thoughtfully designed for ease of movement and modern living. The vaulted great room welcomes you with a warm gas fireplace framed in elegant marble and flows seamlessly into a gourmet kitchen-complete with granite countertops, a 6-burner gas range, custom pull-out cabinetry, and a large island perfect for entertaining or casual meals. The primary suite is a peaceful retreat, featuring a completely renovated bathroom with a frameless roll-in shower for both luxury and accessibility. While the original tub was removed, the space and plumbing remain, allowing easy installation of a soaking tub if desired. Convenient touches continue with a large laundry room, storage closet and everyday entry through the attached two-car garage. A wide staircase leads to an unfinished attic, already plumbed for a full bath-perfect for future expansion or guest quarters. Additional highlights include: Recirculating water heater for instant hot water, Prime location just steps from the community clubhouse and pool, Meticulously maintained inside and out. Whether youre looking to downsize without sacrificing style or embrace a low-maintenance lifestyle close to neighbors and amenities, this home offers the perfect balance of comfort and quality.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Mary Catherine Smith

Corcoran Classic Living License #273708 Listed on: 08/05/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Stacey Richardson

Cottage Door Realty License #352077

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,844

Year Built

  • Built in 2017

HOA Fees

  • $394 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Garden Home
  • Split Foyer
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,985 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Tray Ceiling
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Two Story Entrance Foyer
  • Living Room with Fireplace

Kitchen

  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Parking

  • 4 Car Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Off-Street Parking

Schools

  • Malcom Bridge Elementary And Middle School
  • North Oconee High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heat Pump System
  • Underground Utilities

Additional Features

  • Patio
  • 1 Common Wall

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 7

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include maintenance exterior, ground maintenance, swimming, tennis, trash
  • The Cottages At Creekside Subdivision

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Fitness Center
  • Community Pool

Additional Features

  • Clubhouse
  • Gated Community

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,844

Year Built

Built in 2017

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$394 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 2017
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Traditional
  • Financing Type: Cash
  • Levels: One
  • Lot Size Acres: .05
  • Property Sub-Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: Garden/Patio Home
  • Total Finished Area2: 1985
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Basement: None
  • Total Finished Sq Ft: 1985
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1985
  • Interior Amenities: High Ceilings, Master On Main Level, Split Foyer, Tray Ceiling(s), Two Story Foyer, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Living Room
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile
  • Kitchen Features: Kitchen Island

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

  • Common Walls: 1 Common Wall
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Other
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Roof: Composition

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Off Street
  • ParkingTotal: 4

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric
  • Heating: Central, Electric, Forced Air, Heat Pump
  • Laundry Features: Other
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Underground Utilities
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Annual Association Fee: 4728
  • Association: Yes
  • Community Features: Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Gated, Pool, Street Lights, Tennis Court(s)

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Maintenance Exterior, Maintenance Grounds, Swimming, Tennis, Trash

Schools

  • Elementary School: Malcom Bridge
  • High School: North Oconee
  • Middle School: Malcom Bridge

Lot Info

  • Lot: 7

Multi Family

  • Total Fireplaces: 1

Tax Info

  • Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2844

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 5, 2025
Closed on
Sep 23, 2025
Sold by
Hargraves Carmela R
Bought by
Upton Pamela J and Upton Charles C
Seller's Agent
Mary Catherine Smith
Corcoran Classic Living
Buyer's Agent
Stacey Richardson
Cottage Door Realty
List Price
$475,000
Sold Price
$470,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-1.05%
Views
60

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.10%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 23, 2018
Sold by
Terranova Development Corp
Bought by
Hargraves Carmela R
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $470,000 --
Warranty Deed $272,417 --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
09/23/2025 09/23/25 Sold $470,000 -1.1% $237 / Sq Ft
08/05/2025 08/05/25 For Sale $475,000 -- $239 / Sq Ft
Source: Georgia MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $1,420 $167,251 $16,800 $150,451
2023 $2,845 $155,584 $13,600 $141,984
2022 $2,592 $135,823 $13,600 $122,223
2021 $2,621 $128,239 $13,600 $114,639
2020 $2,458 $121,002 $13,600 $107,402
2019 $2,179 $117,867 $13,600 $104,267
2018 $1,655 $69,854 $13,600 $56,254
2017 $203 $8,568 $8,568 $0
2016 $161 $6,800 $6,800 $0
2015 $142 $5,984 $5,984 $0
2014 $129 $5,320 $5,320 $0
2013 -- $3,040 $3,040 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Georgia MLS

MLS Number: 10578148

Georgia MLS

APN: C01-Y0-07C