$220,000
$19K PRICE DROP

285 E Main St Forsyth, GA 31029

Estimated payment $1,282/month

Total Views 14,007
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,738 Sq Ft
$127 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Ceiling height of 10 feet or more
  • Cottage
  • T.G. Scott Elementary School Rated A-
  • No HOA
  • Walk-In Pantry

About This Home

Welcome to your new home at 285 E Main Street in the quiet town of Forsyth Georgia. Just half a mile from downtown's shops, dining, and schools, this property offers the perfect blend of small town charm and everyday convenience.Set on a spacious 1-acre lot, now expanded to include Lots 6, 7, and the lot behind the home, the grounds are shaded by mature pecan trees and filled with character at every turn. A large wraparound front porch welcomes you in, accented by skylights and perfect for morning coffee or evening conversations. Inside, 12 foot ceilings, massive windows, and original hardwood floors preserve the soul of the home, while modern updates provide peace of mind, including updated electrical and plumbing, all the way down to the sewer line.The kitchen features butcher block countertops, refrigerator, convection oven, dish washer, and don't forget the walk in pantry through the hallway. Updated LVP flooring in the bedrooms adds durability and comfort. The living room flows effortlessly to the back porch, where string lights create a warm, inviting atmosphere for entertaining or slowing down at the end of the day.Out back, you'll find a 23x21 workshop on a concrete slab, a fire pit, and a charming cottage style brick garden edging alongside the home, using reclaimed bricks and gravel, surrounded by a variety of established plants. A metal roof, chain link fencing across the front, and remaining paint stored for future touch ups in case needed.This is more than a house, it's home - a place where history, craftsmanship, and new memories are brought together in one of Forsyth's most peaceful settings. Quiet, timeless, and full of heart, this home is ready for its next chapter. The only thing it's missing is you.

Listing Agent

Kason Wilkes

Rivoli Realty License #437987 Listed on: 01/12/2026

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1920 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 30,056 Sq Ft Lot
  • Flag Lot

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Bungalow
  • Block Foundation
  • Metal Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,738 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling height of 10 feet or more
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Crawl Space

Kitchen

  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Convection Oven
  • Electric Oven
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry closet
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Parking

  • Detached Garage
  • Parking Pad

Outdoor Features

  • Separate Outdoor Workshop
  • Wrap Around Porch

Schools

  • Tg Scott Elementary School
  • Banks Stephens Middle School
  • Mary Persons High School

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Underground Utilities
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • 1 County Rural Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number F42 011

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1920 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0.69 Acres

Listing Details

  • FILLACRES: 0.69
  • Estimated Total Sq Ft: 1738.00
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow, Cottage
  • Comm Sell: 2.50
  • Comm Sell Type: %
  • Directions: From I-75 at Exit 186 (Tift College Drive Exit), go east on Tift College Drive, then turn left on Dungan Street, cross over E. Main Street and the destination is on the right. Parking is located behind the home. Lockbox is on the front door.
  • Unit Levels: One
  • Listing Member Name: Kason Wilkes
  • Listing Office Short Id: o182
  • Lot Size: 10019
  • OCCUPANCY: Vacant
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Bedroom 2 Level: First
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Living Room Level: First
  • Primary Bedroom Level: First
  • Assessor Parcel Number: F42 011
  • Year Built: 1920
  • OFFICELIST_ZIP4: 8
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 1738.00
  • Special Features: None

Property Details

  • Property: Residential Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Features: Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings, Tile Flooring
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Estimated Main Sq Ft: 1738.00
  • Has Basement: No
  • Basement Features: Crawl Space
  • Lower Floor 1 Bedrooms: 3
  • Dining Room Type: Separate
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Other
  • Interior Amenities: Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings 10' or Greater, Other, W/D Connection
  • Kitchen Features: Cabinets Stain, Other Surface Counters
  • New Construction: No
  • Lower Floor 1 Bedrooms: Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Dining Room, Foyer, Kitchen, Living Room, Master Bedroom
  • Bedroom 3 Level: First
  • Foyer Level: First
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00

Exterior Features

  • Construction Type: Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Other
  • Foundation: Block
  • Lot Features: Flag Lot
  • Other Structures: Workshop
  • Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Wrap Around
  • Property Condition: Resale, Updated/Remodeled
  • Roof Type: Metal
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Detached, Parking Pad

Utilities

  • Cooling: Other, Window Unit(s)
  • Heating: Other
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Closet
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Underground Utilities, Water Available
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: TG Scott Elementary
  • High School: Mary Persons High
  • Middle School: Banks Stephens

Lot Info

  • Deed Page: 69

Tax Info

  • Year: 2024

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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
2025 $1,166 $38,680 $1,640 $37,040
2024 $1,166 $38,680 $1,640 $37,040
2023 $1,122 $32,720 $1,640 $31,080
2022 $638 $32,720 $1,640 $31,080
2021 $658 $32,720 $1,640 $31,080
2020 $1,038 $32,720 $1,640 $31,080
2019 $692 $32,720 $1,640 $31,080
2018 $505 $15,760 $1,640 $14,120
2017 $505 $15,760 $1,640 $14,120
2016 $483 $15,760 $1,640 $14,120
2015 $460 $15,760 $1,640 $14,120
2014 $453 $15,760 $1,640 $14,120
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
03/28/2026 03/28/26 Price Changed $220,000 -3.5% $127 / Sq Ft
03/01/2026 03/01/26 Price Changed $228,000 -4.6% $131 / Sq Ft
01/12/2026 01/12/26 For Sale $239,000 -- $138 / Sq Ft
Source: Middle Georgia MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed -- --
Warranty Deed $82,000 --
Deed $65,000 --
Deed -- --
Deed $55,000 --
Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $80,514 FHA
Source: Public Records

Source: Middle Georgia MLS

MLS Number: 182703

Middle Georgia MLS

APN: F42-011

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