NOT LISTED FOR SALE

285 Forest Dr Morganton, GA 30560

Estimated Value: $392,000 - $499,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,583 Sq Ft
$281/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 28, 2023

Last sale price $400,000 $253 Per Sq Ft

Est. 11% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,569/month

9 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Spa
  • Deck
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Mountain View
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of November 2023

Charming cozy cabin in quiet area only 13 miles from downtown Blue Ridge with interior wood siding throughout living areas and sitting on 1.92 acres. Great for a rental or permanent home. 1 car garage. New granite tops in kitchen/baths, new stainless appliances, new lighting, ceiling fans, plumbing fixtures, paint, etc. Wood floors, wrap around deck, master on the main. Seasonal view.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Chris Amos

400 North Properties Brokerage Phone: 7703555317 License #169902 Listed on: 10/03/2023

Last Buyer's Agent

Non NON-MLS MEMBER

NON-MLS OFFICE License #0

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $995

Year Built

  • Built in 1998

Lot Details

  • 1.92 Acre Lot
  • Garden

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage
  • Open Parking

Property Views

  • Mountain
  • Seasonal

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Cabin
  • Frame Construction
  • Metal Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,583 Sq Ft Home
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Insulated Windows
  • Wood Frame Window
  • Wood Flooring
  • Crawl Space

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Spa Bath

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Laundry in Garage
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Spa
  • Deck
  • Fire Pit

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Dual Heating Fuel
  • Well
  • Septic Tank
  • Satellite Dish

Community Details

  • Property has a Home Owners Association
  • Enchanted Forest Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 53
  • Assessor Parcel Number 0005 00118F

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$995

Year Built

Built in 1998

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1998
  • Property Sub Type: Residential
  • Road Frontage Type: None
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.92
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel, Paved
  • Subdivision Name: Enchanted Forest
  • Architectural Style: Cabin, Traditional
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • New Construction: No
  • Attribution Contact: 7703555317
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Has Basement: Crawl Space
  • Spa Features: Bath
  • Private Spa: Yes
  • Other Equipment: Satellite Dish
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Pantry, Ceiling Fan(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s)
  • Living Area: 1583
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows, Wood Frames
  • Master Bedroom Master Bedroom Level: Main

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Metal
  • View: Mountain(s), Seasonal
  • Topography: Wooded,Sloping,Rolling
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront: No
  • Construction Type: Frame, Wood Siding, Stone
  • Exterior Features: Garden, Private Yard, Fire Pit
  • Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Deck, Wrap Around
  • Property Condition: Resale

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Garage, Asphalt
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric
  • Heating: Central, Dual Fuel
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Laundry Features: Main Level, In Garage
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Fee: 75
  • Association: Yes

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 83635.2
  • Parcel #: 0005 00118F
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Lot: 53

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 3, 2023
Closed on
Oct 4, 2023
Sold by
Valle Richard
Bought by
Amar Living Trust and Amar Melissa K
Seller's Agent
Chris Amos
400 North Properties
Buyer's Agent
Non NON-MLS MEMBER
NON-MLS OFFICE
List Price
$399,900
Sold Price
$400,000
Premium/Discount to List
$100
0.03%
Total Days on Market
9
Views
122
Current Estimated Value
$445,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$45,000
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.12%
Original Mortgage
$280,000
Outstanding Balance
$276,687
Interest Rate
7.76%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$168,313

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 27, 2023
Sold by
Gibson David Paul
Bought by
Valley Gate Ventures Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 10, 2008
Sold by
Gibson David Paul
Bought by
Gibson David Paul

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$186,760
Interest Rate
5.96%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 3, 2006
Sold by
Gibson David Paul
Bought by
Gibson David Paul and Gibson Christine Marie

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$141,857
Interest Rate
6.2%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 29, 1999
Sold by
Minton William C
Bought by
Walls Raymond R and Walls Ka

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 3, 1998
Sold by
Wolford Craig and Wolford Mary
Bought by
Minton William C

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 16, 1998
Sold by
Norga Investment Man
Bought by
Wolford Craig and Wolford Mary
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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Amar Living Trust $45,000 --
Valley Gate Ventures Llc $275,000 --
Gibson David Paul -- --
Gibson David Paul -- --
Gibson David Paul $175,000 --
Walls Raymond R $115,000 --
Minton William C $85,000 --
Wolford Craig $10,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Bmg Capital Group Llc $280,000
Previous Owner Gibson David Paul $17,787
Previous Owner Gibson David Paul $186,760
Previous Owner Gibson David Paul $141,857
Previous Owner Gibson David Paul $26,851
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/28/2023 11/28/23 Sold $400,000 0.0% $253 / Sq Ft
10/13/2023 10/13/23 Pending -- -- --
10/03/2023 10/03/23 For Sale $399,900 -- $253 / Sq Ft
Source: Northeast Georgia Board of REALTORS®

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 $995 $108,523 $9,139 $99,384
2023 $862 $84,547 $9,139 $75,408
2022 $676 $68,889 $9,139 $59,750
2021 $577 $43,174 $7,804 $35,370
2020 $587 $43,174 $7,804 $35,370
2019 $598 $43,174 $7,804 $35,370
2018 $634 $43,174 $7,804 $35,370
2017 $787 $44,494 $8,702 $35,792
2016 $670 $41,469 $8,702 $32,767
2015 $715 $42,268 $8,702 $33,566
2014 $844 $50,726 $8,702 $42,024
2013 -- $36,738 $8,701 $28,036
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Northeast Georgia Board of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 328893

Northeast Georgia Board of REALTORS®

APN: 0005-00118F