NOT LISTED FOR SALE

257 Fortner Dr Dahlonega, GA 30533

Estimated Value: $218,000 - $227,252

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,180 Sq Ft
$188/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 29, 2014

Last sale price $79,900 $68 Per Sq Ft

Est. 178% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,311/month

40 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Mountain View
  • Great Room
  • Front Porch
  • Country Style Home
  • Eat-In Country Kitchen
  • 1-Story Property

About This Home

As of July 2014

Step back in time to this charming country farm house with scenic mountain views. Laminate flooring, updated bath, fenced yard, gas logs in fireplace and large outbuilding. Tons of garden space or just room to let the kids play. Located just 4 miles from Historic Dahlonega. Sold without a Sellers Disclosure. Possible Owner Financing!!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Joy Walker

Mountain Properties License #171414 Listed on: 05/07/2014

Mountain Properties

Last Buyer's Agent

ANNE H MCBRIDE

NOT A VALID MEMBER License #248428

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $445

Year Built

  • Built in 1945

Lot Details

  • Fenced
  • Level Lot
  • Garden

Home Design

  • Country Style Home
  • Frame Construction
  • Ridge Vents on the Roof
  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,180 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Roommate Plan
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Great Room
  • Mountain Views
  • Crawl Space
  • Laundry in Kitchen

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Country Kitchen
  • Electric Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Parking

  • Parking Pad
  • Driveway Level

Outdoor Features

  • Outbuilding
  • Front Porch

Schools

  • Long Branch Elementary School
  • Lumpkin County Middle School
  • Lumpkin County High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Private Water Source
  • Septic Tank
  • High Speed Internet

Community Details

  • Farm View Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 5
  • Assessor Parcel Number 257FortnerDR

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$445

Year Built

Built in 1945

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Standard Status: Closed
  • Property Type: Residential
  • MLS Status: Closed
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Country
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Year Built: 1945
  • Levels Stories: One
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1

Property Details

  • Property: Residential Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplace Features: Family Room
  • Number Of Fireplaces: 1
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range
  • Interior Amenities: High Speed Internet
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Kitchen Features: Country Kitchen, Eat-in Kitchen
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Additional Rooms: Great Room - 1 Story
  • Square Footage: 1180.00

Beds/Baths

  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Bedroom Features: Roommate Floor Plan
  • Main Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Full Baths: 1
  • Main Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Outbuilding
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Roof Type: Composition, Ridge Vents
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch
  • Exterior Features: Garden
  • View: Mountain(s)

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Driveway, Level Driveway, Parking Pad

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Private
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Heating: Forced Air, Propane
  • Laundry Features: In Kitchen

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Subdivision Complex: Farm View

Schools

  • Elementary School: Long Branch
  • Middle School: Lumpkin County
  • High School: Lumpkin County

Lot Info

  • Lot: 5
  • Land/Lot: 429
  • Section G M D: 1
  • Plat Book: 132
  • Plat Page: 23
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Lot Dimensions: 1.12
  • Parcel Number: 257FortnerDR
  • Property Attached Yn: No

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 445.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 077-000-189-000
  • Close Date: 2014-07-29
  • Tax Year: 2013

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Long Branch
  • High School: Lumpkin County
  • Middle School: Lumpkin County

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 7, 2014
Closed on
Jul 29, 2014
Sold by
Anderson James A
Bought by
Lafond James P and Lafond Heather W
Seller's Agent
Joy Walker
Mountain Properties
Buyer's Agent
ANNE H MCBRIDE
NOT A VALID MEMBER
List Price
$79,900
Sold Price
$79,900
Total Days on Market
40
Current Estimated Value
$222,063

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$142,163
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.85%
Original Mortgage
$81,530
Interest Rate
4.16%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 2, 2014
Sold by
Brewer Ferris
Bought by
Anderson James A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 2, 2006
Sold by
Not Provided
Bought by
Brewer Ferris

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$75,000
Interest Rate
6.51%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 25, 1996
Bought by
Grizzle Tracy L and Grizzle Brenda A
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Lafond James P $79,900 --
Anderson James A -- --
Brewer Ferris $85,000 --
Grizzle Tracy L $235,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Lafond James P $115,000
Closed Lafond James P $92,000
Closed Lafond James P $81,530
Previous Owner Brewer Ferris $75,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/29/2014 07/29/14 Sold $79,900 0.0% $68 / Sq Ft
06/16/2014 06/16/14 Pending -- -- --
05/07/2014 05/07/14 For Sale $79,900 -- $68 / Sq Ft
Source: First Multiple Listing Service (FMLS)

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 $833 $35,412 $8,000 $27,412
2023 $783 $33,275 $8,000 $25,275
2022 $772 $31,187 $8,000 $23,187
2021 $683 $26,684 $8,000 $18,684
2020 $687 $26,037 $8,000 $18,037
2019 $693 $26,037 $8,000 $18,037
2018 $674 $23,772 $8,000 $15,772
2017 $689 $23,828 $8,000 $15,828
2016 $547 $18,290 $6,000 $12,290
2015 $435 $18,290 $6,000 $12,290
2014 $435 $18,514 $6,000 $12,514
2013 -- $18,959 $6,000 $12,959
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Joy Walker

    RE/MAX

    (706) 265-0519

    68 in this area

    112 Total Sales

    Joy Walker
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  • A

    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    ANNE H MCBRIDE

    NOT A VALID MEMBER

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Map

Source: First Multiple Listing Service (FMLS)

MLS Number: 5287288

First Multiple Listing Service (FMLS)

APN: 077-000-189-000

Georgia Lumpkin County Dahlonega 30533

257 Fortner Dr, Dahlonega, GA

This home is located at 257 Fortner Dr, Dahlonega, GA 30533 since 07 May 2014 and is currently estimated at $222,063, approximately $188 per square foot. This property was built in 1945. 257 Fortner Dr is a home located in Lumpkin County with nearby schools including Lumpkin County High School.

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