$165,000
SOLD MAR 3, 2025

228 Watters St NE Rome, GA 30161

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,164 Sq Ft
10,019 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$142 Per Sq Ft

34% Below List Price

59 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Seasonal View
  • No HOA
  • Porch
  • Wood Flooring
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Double Pane Windows

About This Home

As of March 2025

**Motivated Seller** INVESTOR SPECIAL! Welcome to this charming 3 bedroom, 1 bath investment property that blends character and potential within a desirable neighborhood! This well-maintained home features original hardwood floors that add a warm and inviting touch throughout. With some TLC.Tender Loving Care, this property can shine even brighter. One of the standout features of this home is the opportunity for expanding - there's potential to add another bathroom, enhancing both the home's functionality and value, making it perfect for families or renters. This property is an excellent investment opportunity for those looking to build equity. Whether you're an investor seeking your next project or a homeowner looking to create your dream space, this house is filled with possibilities. Don't miss out on the chance to transform this gem into a stunning home or a lucrative investment. Schedule your viewing today and envision the potential that awaits!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Matt Hester

Hester & Associates License #295208 Listed on: 11/18/2024

Co-Listed By

Candace Harris

Hester & Associates License #427435

Last Buyer's Agent

Stephanie Johnson

Professional Realty Group, Inc License #378250

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $491

Year Built

  • Built in 1940

Lot Details

  • 10,019 Sq Ft Lot
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Cleared Lot

Home Design

  • Fixer Upper
  • Block Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,164 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Wood Flooring
  • Seasonal Views

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Microwave

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Bathtub Includes Tile Surround

Parking

  • 2 Parking Spaces
  • Off-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Porch

Schools

  • Main Elementary School
  • Rome Middle School
  • Rome High School

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Central Heating
  • 220 Volts
  • Propane

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Forrestville Subdivision

Amenities

  • Laundry Facilities

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$491

Year Built

Built in 1940

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • District: X
  • Section: X
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Co List Office: HNBH60
  • Electric: 220 Volts
  • Financing Type: Other
  • Levels: One
  • Lot Size Acres: .23
  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Structure Type: House
  • Total Finished Area2: 1164
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Basement: None
  • Total Finished Sq Ft: 1164
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1164
  • Interior Amenities: Tile Bath
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Area
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows
  • Price Per Square Foot: 141.752

Beds/Baths

  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Bedroom Main Level: 3

Exterior Features

  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • ExteriorFeatures: Other
  • Fencing: Back Yard, Fenced
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Lot Features: None
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
  • Property Condition: Fixer
  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Seasonal View

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Off Street
  • ParkingTotal: 2

Utilities

  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating: Central
  • Laundry Features: Common Area
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Propane, Water Available
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Community Features: None

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Main
  • High School: Rome
  • High School Bus: Yes
  • Middle School: Rome
  • Middle School Bus: Yes
  • Elementary School: Main
  • Middle School: Rome
  • High School: Rome

Lot Info

  • Land Lot: X
  • Lot: X
  • Deed Book: X
  • Deed Page: X
  • Plat Book: X
  • Plat Page: X

Multi Family

  • Total Fireplaces: 1

Tax Info

  • Year: 2023
  • Tax Annual Amount: 491

MLS Schools

  • Elementary Bus Line: Yes

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 18, 2024
Closed on
Mar 4, 2025
Sold by
Payne Jerry Wayne
Bought by
Busby Timothy
Seller's Agent
Matt Hester
Hester & Associates
Buyer's Agent
Stephanie Johnson
Professional Realty Group, Inc
List Price
$250,000
Sold Price
$165,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$85,000
-34%
Total Days on Market
59
Views
49
Current Estimated Value
$168,397

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$3,397
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.28%
Original Mortgage
$162,011
Outstanding Balance
$161,875
Interest Rate
6.89%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$6,522

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 18, 2024
Closed on
Feb 24, 2025
Sold by
Glover Vita L
Bought by
Payne Jerry Wayne and Payne Jimmy Lee
Seller's Agent
Matt Hester
Hester & Associates
Buyer's Agent
Stephanie Johnson
Professional Realty Group, Inc
List Price
$250,000
Sold Price
$165,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$85,000
-34%
Views
49

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$162,011
Outstanding Balance
$161,875
Interest Rate
6.89%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$6,522

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 25, 2016
Sold by
William
Bought by
Payne Jerry Wayne and Payne Jimmy Lee

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 1, 2014
Sold by
Glover Vita L
Bought by
Bradfield William

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 31, 2006
Sold by
Not Provided
Bought by
Glover Vita L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$71,250
Interest Rate
9.88%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 9, 2001
Sold by
White Nellie Ruth
Bought by
Chislom Deborah

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 15, 1972
Sold by
Howell Jc Est
Bought by
White Nellie Ruth

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 1, 1901
Bought by
Howell Jc Est
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 $165,000 --
Quit Claim Deed $165,000 --
Warranty Deed $9,000 --
Public Action Common In Florida Clerks Tax Deed Or Tax Deeds Or Property Sold For Taxes $2,140 --
Deed $75,000 --
Deed $10,000 --
Deed $6,000 --
Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $162,011 FHA
Previous Owner $71,250 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/03/2025 03/03/25 Sold $165,000 -8.3% $142 / Sq Ft
01/16/2025 01/16/25 Pending -- -- --
01/06/2025 01/06/25 Price Changed $180,000 -10.0% $155 / Sq Ft
12/31/2024 12/31/24 Price Changed $200,000 -20.0% $172 / Sq Ft
11/18/2024 11/18/24 For Sale $250,000 -- $215 / 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 $1,300 $53,870 $3,881 $49,989
2023 $1,123 $43,682 $3,326 $40,356
2022 $979 $33,216 $2,772 $30,444
2021 $656 $18,975 $2,772 $16,203
2020 $499 $13,338 $2,218 $11,120
2019 $473 $12,777 $2,218 $10,559
2018 $451 $12,197 $2,218 $9,979
2017 $133 $11,891 $2,218 $9,673
2016 $444 $11,960 $2,200 $9,760
2015 -- $12,080 $2,200 $9,880
2014 -- $12,536 $2,200 $10,336
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Georgia MLS

MLS Number: 10414992

Georgia MLS

APN: J13P-172