$500,000
SOLD SEP 9, 2025

425 Motley Dr La Fayette, GA 30728

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,620 Sq Ft
18.7 Acres

Recently Sold

$309 Per Sq Ft

2% Above List Price

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 18.7 Acre Lot
  • Secluded Lot
  • Engineered Wood Flooring
  • Open Floorplan
  • Wooded Lot
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom

About This Home

As of September 2025

Experience refined country living on 18+ pristine acres, where timeless design meets serene privacy. This beautifully appointed home features 3 spacious bedrooms and 2 elegant baths, with tasteful decor flowing seamlessly throughout. Relax on the shady front porch or unwind on the screened back porch. And there are even sweeping views of your private landscape from the second floor. A generous double-car garage provides convenience, while a 24' x 36' metal building with 3 rollup doors offers exceptional space for hobbies, equipment, weddings, or a private workshop. A charming outbuilding named Shelby awaits, perfect as an inspiring art studio, a serene potting shed, or a whimsical playhouse. Every element of this property has been designed to elevate your lifestyle while honoring the beauty and privacy of its natural surroundings. Whether you envision quiet mornings with coffee on the porch, afternoons exploring your acreage, or evenings entertaining under the stars, this estate is your invitation to live beautifully. Could you call today for an appointment because it won't last long? We've also made some improvements on a great home, so look at the EXPLANATIONS in our revised, property disclosure.

SELLER TO ADDRESS OFFERS AT NOON ON AUGUST 13. HIGHEST AND BEST REQUESTED.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Maggie Armstrong

Keller Williams Realty License #285009 Listed on: 08/06/2025

Keller Williams Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Vickie Dycus

RE/MAX Real Estate Center License #209492

RE/MAX Real Estate Center

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,903

Year Built

  • Built in 1989

Lot Details

  • 18.7 Acre Lot
  • Property fronts a state road
  • Rural Setting
  • Private Entrance
  • Secluded Lot
  • Lot Has A Rolling Slope
  • Wooded Lot
  • Many Trees
  • Private Yard

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Accessed On Kitchen Level
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Combination Foundation
  • Block Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,620 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Living Room
  • Breakfast Room
  • Dining Room
  • Screened Porch
  • Smart Thermostat

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Free-Standing Electric Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Granite Countertops

Flooring

  • Engineered Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Bathtub with Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Electric Dryer Hookup

Attic

  • Storage In Attic
  • Walk-In Attic
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Outdoor Features

  • Fire Pit
  • Separate Outdoor Workshop
  • Outdoor Storage
  • Rain Gutters

Schools

  • Naomi Elementary School
  • Lafayette Middle School
  • Lafayette High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Water Heater
  • Septic Tank
  • Sewer Not Available
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 0497 002b

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,903

Year Built

Built in 1989

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 18.7
  • Lot Size: 0
  • Road Frontage Type: County Road, State Road
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt
  • Subdivision Name: None
  • Directions: FROM I75, TAKE EXIT #348 AND TRAVEL 16 MILES ON HWY 151, RIGHT ON HWY. #136 TO ABNEY HOLLOW RIGHT AND FOLLOW SIGNS.
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1620.0
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • Living Area: 1620.0
  • New Construction: No
  • Building Stories: 2
  • Structure Type: House
  • Year Built: 1989
  • Cooling:Electric: Yes
  • Appliances Microwave: Yes
  • Location Tax and Legal Parcel Number2: 0497 002b
  • Location Tax and Legal Elementary School: Naomi Elementary
  • Location Tax and Legal Middle Or Junior School2: LaFayette Middle
  • Location Tax and Legal High School: LaFayette High
  • Location Tax and Legal:Tax Annual Amount: 2902.75
  • Location Tax and Legal Additional Parcels YN: No
  • General Property Information Above Grade Finished Area: 1620.0
  • General Property Information Enhanced Accessible2: No
  • General Property Information New Construction YN: No
  • General Property Information Home Warranty YN: No
  • General Property Information Grazing Permits BLM YN3: No
  • General Property Information Carport YN: No
  • General Property Information Lot Size Acres: 18.6999
  • General Property Information Lot Size Square Feet2: 814569.0
  • General Property Information Lot Size Dimensions: 0
  • General Property Information View YN2: No
  • General Property Information Waterfront YN: No
  • General Property Information Basement YN: No
  • General Property Information Fireplace YN: No
  • General Property Information Senior Community YN: No
  • Remarks and Miscellaneous Public Remarks2: Experience refined country living on 18+ pristine acres, where timeless design meets serene privacy. This beautifully appointed home features 3 spacious bedrooms and 2 elegant baths, with tasteful decor flowing seamlessly throughout. Relax on the shady front porch or unwind on the screened back porch. And there are even sweeping views of your private landscape from the second floor. A generous double-car garage provides convenience, while a 24' x 36' metal building with 3 rollup doors offers exceptional space for hobbies, equipment, weddings, or a private workshop. A charming outbuilding named Shelby awaits, perfect as an inspiring art studio, a serene potting shed, or a whimsical playhouse. Every element of this property has been designed to elevate your lifestyle while honoring the beauty and privacy of its natural surroundings. Whether you envision quiet mornings with coffee on the porch, afternoons exploring your acreage, or evenings entertaining under the stars, this estate is your invitation to live beautifully. Could you call today for an appointment because it won't last long? We've also made some improvements on a great home, so look at the EXPLANATIONS in our revised, property disclosure. SELLER TO ADDRESS OFFERS AT NOON ON AUGUST 13. HIGHEST AND BEST REQUESTED.
  • Other Structures:Storage3: Yes
  • Water Source:Public: Yes
  • Cooling:Central Air: Yes
  • Levels:Two: Yes
  • Flooring:Carpet: Yes
  • Flooring:Tile: Yes
  • Interior Features Tub Shower Combo: Yes
  • Laundry Features Electric Dryer Hookup: Yes
  • Roof:Shingle: Yes
  • Utilities:Electricity Connected: Yes
  • Utilities Water Connected: Yes
  • Roof Asphalt5: Yes
  • Room Types Bedroom Level: First
  • Foundation Details Block2: Yes
  • Room Types Living Room: Yes
  • Room Types Living Room Level: First
  • Room Types Primary Bathroom Level: First
  • Room Types Primary Bedroom Level: First
  • Laundry Features Laundry Room: Yes
  • General Property Information Stories2: 2
  • Patio And Porch Features Porch - Covered: Yes
  • Patio and Porch Features:Porch-Screened: Yes
  • Laundry Features:Main Level: Yes
  • Room Types Dining Room: Yes
  • Room Types Dining Room Level: First
  • Room Types Laundry: Yes
  • Room Types Laundry Level: First
  • Lot Features Rural: Yes
  • Parking Features Kitchen Level2: Yes
  • Flooring Engineered Hardwood: Yes
  • Room Types Other Room: Yes
  • Appliances Water Heater2: Yes
  • Structure Type:House: Yes
  • Utilities:Cable Connected: Yes
  • Attic Features Pull-Down Stairs: Yes
  • Other Structures:Workshop: Yes
  • Road Frontage Type County Road: Yes
  • Laundry Features:Inside: Yes
  • Interior Features Breakfast Room: Yes
  • Flooring Wood: Yes
  • Foundation Details Combination: Yes
  • Utilities Sewer Not Available: Yes
  • Road Frontage Type:State Road: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Water Heater, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Self Cleaning Oven, Microwave, Free-Standing Electric Range, Dishwasher
  • Basement YN: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Breakfast Room, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Granite Counters, Open Floorplan, Primary Downstairs, Smart Thermostat, Tub/shower Combo, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes
  • Appliances:Free-Standing Electric Range: Yes
  • Interior Features:Eat-in Kitchen: Yes
  • Interior Features:Open Floorplan: Yes
  • Attic Features:Storage Only: Yes
  • Attic Features:Walk-In Attic: Yes
  • Community Features:None4: Yes
  • Interior Features:Walk-In Closet(s): Yes
  • Appliances:Stainless Steel Appliance(s): Yes
  • Interior Features:Primary Downstairs: Yes
  • Interior Features:Granite Counters: Yes
  • Interior Features:Ceiling Fan(s)2: Yes
  • Interior Features:Smart Thermostat: Yes
  • Appliances:Self Cleaning Oven: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: None
  • Lot Features: Many Trees, Private, Rolling Slope, Rural, Secluded, Wooded
  • Pool Features: None
  • View: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Fire Pit, Private Entrance, Private Yard, Rain Gutters
  • Foundation Details: Block, Combination
  • Other Structures: Storage, Workshop, See Remarks
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch, Porch - Covered, Porch - Screened, Rear Porch
  • Roof: Asphalt, Shingle
  • Exterior Features:Private Yard: Yes
  • Lot Features:Wooded: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features:Covered: Yes
  • Construction Materials:Wood Siding: Yes
  • Lot Features:Private: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features:Front Porch: Yes
  • Exterior Features:Rain Gutters: Yes
  • Lot Features:Many Trees: Yes
  • Lot Features:Secluded: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features:Rear Porch: Yes
  • Exterior Features:Fire Pit: Yes
  • Exterior Features:Private Entrance: Yes
  • Lot Features:Rolling Slope: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front, Kitchen Level
  • General Property Information:Garage YN: Yes
  • General Property Information:Attached Garage YN: Yes
  • General Property Information:Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features:Garage Door Opener: Yes
  • Parking Features:Garage Faces Front: Yes

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room, Main Level
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Electric
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Sewer Not Available, Water Connected
  • Water Source: Public
  • Heating:Central: Yes
  • Sewer Septic Tank: Yes
  • Heating:Electric3: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: None
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association: No

Association/Amenities

  • General Property Information:Association YN: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Naomi Elementary
  • High School: LaFayette High
  • Middle Or Junior School: LaFayette Middle

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 814569.0
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Parcel #: 0497 002b

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2902.75

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 6, 2025
Closed on
Sep 9, 2025
Sold by
Bell Summer H
Bought by
Sims Holly and Sims Nathan
Seller's Agent
Maggie Armstrong
Keller Williams Realty
Buyer's Agent
Vickie Dycus
RE/MAX Real Estate Center
List Price
$490,000
Sold Price
$500,000
Premium/Discount to List
$10,000
2.04%
Views
32
Current Estimated Value
$489,475

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$10,525
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-8.16%
Original Mortgage
$475,000
Outstanding Balance
$475,000
Interest Rate
6.58%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$14,475

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 3, 2024
Sold by
Bell Perry Everett
Bought by
Bell Summer H and Brown Summer H

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 18, 2020
Closed on
Feb 5, 2021
Sold by
Roden Tyler Evan
Bought by
Brown Summer H and Bell Perry Everett
Seller's Agent
Teresa Hogg
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Jackson Realty
Buyer's Agent
Maggie Armstrong
Keller Williams Realty
List Price
$349,900
Sold Price
$334,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$15,900
-4.54%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.20%
Original Mortgage
$317,300
Interest Rate
2.65%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 23, 2015
Sold by
Roden Frank A
Bought by
Roden Tyler Evan

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 1, 2014
Sold by
Roden Frank A
Bought by
Roden Frank A and Roden Elizabeth M

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 17, 2014
Sold by
Roden Frank A
Bought by
Roden Frank A and Lecroy Pamela Darlene

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 19, 1982
Bought by
Roden Frank A and Roden Patsy
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 $500,000 --
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Warranty Deed $334,000 --
Deed $80,000 --
Deed $80,000 --
Deed $80,000 --
Warranty Deed -- --
Deed $14,800 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $475,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $317,300 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
09/09/2025 09/09/25 Sold $500,000 +2.0% $309 / Sq Ft
08/19/2025 08/19/25 Off Market $490,000 -- --
08/13/2025 08/13/25 Pending -- -- --
08/06/2025 08/06/25 For Sale $490,000 0.0% $302 / Sq Ft
07/26/2025 07/26/25 Pending -- -- --
07/21/2025 07/21/25 For Sale $490,000 +46.7% $302 / Sq Ft
09/21/2024 09/21/24 Off Market $334,000 -- --
02/05/2021 02/05/21 Sold $334,000 -4.5% $206 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
01/01/2021 01/01/21 Pending -- -- --
12/18/2020 12/18/20 For Sale $349,900 -- $216 / Sq Ft
Source: Greater Chattanooga 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 $3,130 $142,922 $48,718 $94,204
2023 $2,883 $128,199 $38,665 $89,534
2022 $2,497 $100,526 $22,752 $77,774
2021 $1,947 $69,391 $22,752 $46,639
2020 $1,796 $61,217 $22,752 $38,465
2019 $1,829 $61,217 $22,752 $38,465
2018 $1,620 $61,217 $22,752 $38,465
2017 $1,997 $61,248 $22,752 $38,496
2016 $1,629 $61,248 $22,752 $38,496
2015 $1,615 $56,996 $18,401 $38,595
2014 $1,505 $57,059 $18,464 $38,595
2013 -- $57,059 $18,464 $38,595
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Greater Chattanooga REALTORS®

MLS Number: 1517119

Greater Chattanooga REALTORS®

APN: 0497-002B