$878,800
$116K PRICE DROP

1800 Elder Mill Rd Watkinsville, GA 30677

Estimated payment $4,958/month

Total Views 8,695
3 Beds
2 Baths
2,166 Sq Ft
$406 Price per Sq Ft

About This Home

16 Prime Acres in the Heart of Oconee County

Located in the prestigious Elder Mill area, this 16 acre property is a rare findraw, beautiful land with serious potential. Just minutes from the historic Elder Mill Covered Bridge and Hwy 15, it's surrounded by high-end homes, rolling farms, and protected land. If you're looking for space, privacy, and long-term value in one of Oconee County’s most desirable areas, this is it.

The Land Speaks for Itself

This isn’t just acreageit’s a lifestyle. A new four-board black horse fence and gated entrance set the tone as you enter a straight, gravel drive that leads through a canopy of mature hardwoods and pines. The property unfolds into a clean, walkable landscape made for exploration.

Two creeksincluding the bold-flowing Little Rose Creekcut through the land, with a custom-built bridge leading to a secluded 4-acre hardwood stand. Trails are already in place, and the gently rolling terrain is ideal for horses, an estate home, or simply enjoying the quiet. The property backs up to USDA-protected land, ensuring long-term privacy and a peaceful backdrop. Neighboring properties feature stately white oaks on the hilltops, adding even more character to the setting.

Solid Structure. Blank Slate.

Set back from the road is a 3-bedroom, 2-bath homefreshly painted with a new roof and gutters. The interior has been cleared, primed, and brought to the sheetrock stage, offering a rare blank slate ready for your design. The walkout basement is framed for a bedroom, den, and workshop space. New front and rear decks overlook the surrounding woodsperfect for morning coffee or unwinding after a day on the land.

Build Your Legacy Here

Whether you're planning a private estate, equestrian property, or generational retreat, this land delivers. It’s private, usable, and packed with potentialeverything you need to create something that lasts.

Want to See the Real Value? Walk It.

This is a property best experienced in person. Come walk it, feel the peace, and see the possibilities firsthand.

Call Mark Costello for a private showing: 706-207-5850 . Agent Related to Owner

Listing Agent

Mark Costello

Timberline Land and Farm License #317861 Listed on: 02/12/2025

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,249

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Horse Facilities and Amenities

  • Equestrian Center
  • Horses Allowed On Property

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,249

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Bedrooms: Beds: 3
  • BathsCombined: 2
  • Office Phone: 706-514-4660
  • Listing Website: https://www.land.com/property/1800-elder-mill-road-watkinsville-georgia-30677/22621897/
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub-Type: Single-family Detached
  • Offered By: LandNetwork
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Has Attic: No
  • Disability Access: No
  • Sprinklers: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Equestrian Center

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Horses Permitted

Map

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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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 $1,249 $162,790 $98,986 $63,804
2023 $1,249 $146,542 $87,600 $58,942
2022 $1,434 $127,284 $76,175 $51,109
2021 $1,362 $111,382 $66,238 $45,144
2020 $1,291 $105,776 $63,084 $42,692
2019 $1,265 $104,704 $63,084 $41,620
2018 $1,985 $85,812 $50,466 $35,346
2017 $762 $77,891 $46,298 $31,593
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/20/2025 06/20/25 Price Changed $878,800 0.0% $406 / Sq Ft
06/20/2025 06/20/25 For Sale $878,800 0.0% $406 / Sq Ft
06/20/2025 06/20/25 For Sale $878,800 -11.7% $648 / Sq Ft
06/06/2025 06/06/25 Off Market $995,000 -- --
02/12/2025 02/12/25 For Sale $995,000 +352.3% $459 / Sq Ft
11/09/2023 11/09/23 Sold $220,000 -17.0% $102 / Sq Ft
10/10/2023 10/10/23 Pending -- -- --
10/07/2023 10/07/23 For Sale $265,000 -- $122 / Sq Ft

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $500,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $400,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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