Highlights
- Dining Room Seats More Than Twelve
- Property is near public transit
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Deck
- Private Lot
- Wood Flooring
About This Home
As of February 2025One of the prettiest houses in Rome is being offered for sale for the first time. 21 Rockridge Rd. is a gorgeous 4-sided brick, traditional Southern architectural style home, lovingly built by Rena & Harold Storey in 1953 as newlyweds and lived in by them ever since. Situated on 2.51 acres in College Heights, it exemplifies quality construction & attention to detail, both of which are apparent from the moment you step onto the wide front porch with its stately Ionic columns. It's a gracious yet comfortable 5+ bedroom/5.5 bath home, perfect for large-scale entertaining and smaller gatherings with family and friends alike. The MAIN LEVEL includes a welcoming foyer...formal living room with floor-to-ceiling windows and a fireplace (hardwoods under the rug)...banquet-sized dining room...handsome paneled den with fireplace...wonderful sun room with floor-to-ceiling windows on 3 sides and a brick floor...spacious kitchen with both a walk-in pantry and cabinet pantry with pull-outs...breakfast room with butler's pantry...large main bedroom with en-suite bath (hardwoods under the carpet)...a guest bedroom (or home office) with its own bath and a powder room. UPSTAIRS, which can be accessed by a beautiful spiral staircase from the foyer or rear stairs off the kitchen, are 3 bedrooms and 3 baths, including a second main bedroom. There are finished pine floors under the carpet in all 3 bedrooms (hardwood in the upstairs hall landing) and unbelievable storage throughout the second floor, including a huge cedar closet. A finished basement DOWNSTAIRS includes a large rec room with fireplace, laundry room, 2 additional rooms that could be used in multiple ways, 2 half baths and storage galore. A 2-car GARAGE on the basement level enters directly into the lower hallway. The GROUNDS are beautiful and include a brick patio/secret garden enclosed by a pierced-brick wall...lots of established plants and shrubs...and woods that provide privacy and low-maintenance upkeep. The MECHANICALS include 3 HVAC systems, 2 electric panels, a generator that serves the first floor and 2 Ring cameras for security at the front and back doors. One of Rome's most iconic homes, 21 Rockridge epitomizes the old saying "they don't build 'em like they used to." It's an exceptional property.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,113
Year Built
- Built in 1953
Lot Details
- 2.51 Acre Lot
- Private Lot
- Level Lot
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Composition Roof
Interior Spaces
- 2-Story Property
- Rear Stairs
- Bookcases
- High Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Entrance Foyer
- Living Room with Fireplace
- 3 Fireplaces
- Dining Room Seats More Than Twelve
- Breakfast Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Den
- Sun or Florida Room
- Laundry Room
Kitchen
- Built-In Oven
- Cooktop
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Pine Flooring
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 6 Bedrooms | 2 Main Level Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom on Main
- Walk-In Closet
- Bathtub Includes Tile Surround
- Separate Shower
Finished Basement
- Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
- Fireplace in Basement
- Finished Basement Bathroom
- Laundry in Basement
- Natural lighting in basement
Parking
- Garage
- Parking Storage or Cabinetry
- Side or Rear Entrance to Parking
- Drive Under Main Level
- Off-Street Parking
Accessible Home Design
- Accessible Full Bathroom
- Accessible Hallway
- Accessible Approach with Ramp
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Patio
- Porch
Location
- Property is near public transit
- Property is near schools
- Property is near shops
Schools
- Elm Street Elementary School
- Rome Middle School
- Rome High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
- Dual Heating Fuel
- Heat Pump System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- High Speed Internet
- Phone Available
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- College Heights Subdivision
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/21/2025 02/21/25 | Sold | $676,400 | -15.3% | $110 / Sq Ft |
| 02/21/2025 02/21/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 12/05/2024 12/05/24 | Price Changed | $799,000 | -5.9% | $130 / Sq Ft |
| 09/09/2024 09/09/24 | Price Changed | $849,000 | -5.1% | $138 / Sq Ft |
| 07/17/2024 07/17/24 | Price Changed | $895,000 | -3.2% | $146 / Sq Ft |
| 06/18/2024 06/18/24 | For Sale | $925,000 | -- | $151 / Sq Ft |
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 | $5,649 | $239,726 | $48,510 | $191,216 |
| 2023 | $5,716 | $247,082 | $43,845 | $203,237 |
| 2022 | $5,245 | $206,409 | $36,382 | $170,027 |
| 2021 | $4,912 | $182,504 | $33,584 | $148,920 |
| 2020 | $4,664 | $166,094 | $25,654 | $140,440 |
| 2019 | $4,467 | $157,574 | $25,654 | $131,920 |
| 2018 | $4,319 | $149,094 | $25,654 | $123,440 |
| 2017 | $4,155 | $139,654 | $25,654 | $114,000 |
| 2016 | $4,296 | $146,960 | $25,640 | $121,320 |
| 2015 | $4,031 | $146,960 | $25,640 | $121,320 |
| 2014 | $4,031 | $147,537 | $25,640 | $121,897 |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $85,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $250,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $75,000 | New Conventional |
Deed History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- |
Source: Georgia MLS
MLS Number: 10321408
APN: I13Z-496
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