1661 Rays Church Rd Bishop, GA 30621
Estimated Value: $856,000 - $1,030,048
3
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,229
Sq Ft
$291/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Horse Facilities
- Barn
- Vaulted Ceiling
- High Shoals Elementary School Rated A
- Deck
- Wood Flooring
About This Home
As of April 2014Country living at its best! Home is situation at end of a long winding driveway, in a private setting on the back of property. 12.98 acres with 3bed 3.5 bath home, 2 car garage with bonus room, master on the main, heated/cooled sunroom overlooking pond. Approximately 3/5 of the pond is on property and well stocked. In addition, shop with 2 overhead doors, mudroom and office. Horse barn with concrete floors, fencing and site for arena. 2nd well services shop. Home features rocking chair front porch, atrium, vaulted ceilings, gas logs in fireplace, custom mantle and bookcases framing fireplace, sunroom, kitchen overlooking pond with hard surface countertops, Jenn-Air stove, two storage pantries, butler's pantry and large laundry room w/deep well sink. Master on the main w/large bathroom and walk-in closet. 2 Bedrooms upstairs, both with full baths. Access to bonus room from upstairs bedroom or stairway from main. HVAC systems are professionally serviced biannually and have 4 zones that cover the entire house including the sunroom and bonus room, with main system having dual heat capability. Crawl space is easily accessible with moisture barrier in place and allows for easy service of systems and inspection. Central Vacuum system. Nice deck, professional landscaping, drainage, roadways and irrigation system that is supported by pump from spring fed pond. Campsite borders neighboring creek. Zoned agricultural, with lots of mature pines and hardwoods. A wonderful country estate setting. Public school system considered one of the best in the state!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Williamson Bros. Realty & Auction License #172913 Listed on: 12/21/2013
Last Buyer's Agent
Ina Miller
Ivey & Company of Athens, Inc.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,577
Year Built
- Built in 1997
Lot Details
- 12.98 Acre Lot
- Sprinkler System
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Parking Available
- Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Farmhouse Style Home
- HardiePlank Type
Interior Spaces
- 3,229 Sq Ft Home
- 1.5-Story Property
- Wet Bar
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Double Pane Windows
- Window Treatments
- Entrance Foyer
- Workshop
- Sun or Florida Room
- Storage
- Crawl Space
- Home Security System
- Attic
Kitchen
- Range
- Dishwasher
- Solid Surface Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Brick
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms | 1 Primary Bedroom on Main
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Covered patio or porch
Schools
- High Shoals Elementary School
- Malcom Bridge Middle School
- North Oconee High School
Farming
- Barn
Utilities
- Multiple cooling system units
- Two Heating Systems
- Heat Pump System
- Programmable Thermostat
- Underground Utilities
- Well
- Drilled Well
- Septic Tank
- Cable TV Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number A 05 014L
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
Recreation
- Horse Facilities
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 10, 2025
Sold by
Marks Melissa M
Bought by
Marks Family Trust and Marks Melissa Tr
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 23, 2020
Sold by
Marks Melissa M
Bought by
Marks Melissa M and Marks Daniel R
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$264,800
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Dec 21, 2013
Closed on
Apr 15, 2014
Sold by
Lidgett Diana L
Bought by
Marks Melissa M
Seller's Agent
Sam Williamson
Williamson Bros. Realty & Auction
Buyer's Agent
Ina Miller
Ivey & Company of Athens, Inc.
List Price
$399,000
Sold Price
$395,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,000
-1%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.42%
Original Mortgage
$316,000
Interest Rate
4.37%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 10, 2012
Closed on
Jul 30, 2012
Sold by
Heard Roland Shaefer
Bought by
Lidgett Diana L and Lidgett James G
Seller's Agent
Sharon Michael
Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty
Buyer's Agent
Heather McElroy
BHHS Georgia Properties (Athen
List Price
$449,000
Sold Price
$370,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$79,000
-17.59%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.90%
Original Mortgage
$296,000
Interest Rate
3.68%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marks Family Trust | -- | -- | |
| Marks Melissa M | -- | -- | |
| Marks Melissa M | $395,000 | -- | |
| Lidgett Diana L | $370,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Marks Melissa M | $220,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Marks Melissa M | $264,800 | |
| Previous Owner | Marks Melissa M | $35,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Marks Melissa M | $316,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Lidgett Diana L | $296,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Heard Roland Shaefer | $335,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/15/2014 04/15/14 | Sold | $395,000 | -1.0% | $122 / Sq Ft |
| 04/01/2014 04/01/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 12/21/2013 12/21/13 | For Sale | $399,000 | +7.8% | $124 / Sq Ft |
| 07/30/2012 07/30/12 | Sold | $370,000 | -17.6% | $130 / Sq Ft |
| 06/14/2012 06/14/12 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/10/2012 02/10/12 | For Sale | $449,000 | -- | $157 / Sq Ft |
Source: CLASSIC MLS (Athens Area Association of REALTORS®)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $4,000 | $373,780 | $195,194 | $178,586 |
| 2023 | $4,000 | $351,413 | $180,737 | $170,676 |
| 2022 | $5,986 | $278,999 | $144,590 | $134,409 |
| 2021 | $5,482 | $236,807 | $112,857 | $123,950 |
| 2020 | $5,070 | $218,668 | $110,644 | $108,024 |
| 2019 | $4,489 | $193,588 | $92,204 | $101,384 |
| 2018 | $4,279 | $180,668 | $80,177 | $100,491 |
| 2017 | $4,085 | $172,464 | $72,888 | $99,576 |
| 2016 | $3,806 | $160,674 | $61,654 | $99,020 |
| 2015 | $3,750 | $161,023 | $61,654 | $99,369 |
| 2014 | $3,511 | $146,550 | $50,954 | $95,595 |
| 2013 | -- | $143,108 | $51,481 | $91,626 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Sam Williamson
Seller's Agent in 2014
Sam Williamson
Williamson Bros. Realty & Auction
(706) 202-2685
59 Total Sales
-
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Buyer's Agent in 2014
Ina Miller
Ivey & Company of Athens, Inc.
-
Sharon Michael
Seller's Agent in 2012
Sharon Michael
Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty
(706) 540-4596
18 Total Sales
-
Heather McElroy
Buyer's Agent in 2012
Heather McElroy
BHHS Georgia Properties (Athen
(706) 206-5282
125 Total Sales
Map
Source: CLASSIC MLS (Athens Area Association of REALTORS®)
MLS Number: 936253
APN: A05-0-14L
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