$649,000
SOLD JAN 28, 2022

474 Benton Rd Jefferson, GA 30549

4 Beds
4.5 Baths
4,412 Sq Ft
1.37 Acres

Recently Sold

$147 Per Sq Ft

5% Below List Price

Highlights

  • Second Kitchen
  • Deck
  • Wooded Lot
  • Jefferson Academy Rated A
  • Private Lot
  • Vaulted Ceiling

About This Home

As of January 2022

Beautiful, CUSTOM LOG HOME, TWO SEPARATE LIVING AREAS, w/ warm WOOD PLANK WALLS & CEILINGS, in your own corner of the world in JEFFERSON CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Private, WOODED SETTING on OVER AN ACRE. SECOND FLOOR DECKS to enjoy the outdoors from every side. HUGE WRAP AROUND PORCH where lots of memories are waiting to be made. MASTER ON MAIN w/CUSTOM CLOSET & WHIRLPOOL TUB, CABINETS GALORE IN TILED KITCHEN w/ STAINLESS APPLIANCES. CUSTOM STAIRS & RAILINGS, CEDAR FLOORING, LOFT OVERLOOKING MAIN LEVEL, RECLAIMED WOOD FLOOR leading to LARGE upstairs BRM w/ CUSTOM CUBBIE BEDS, -----COMPLETE BASEMENT LIVING SPACE featuring CUSTOM WHITE PINE STAIRS & BEAMS, CUSTOM OAK COUNTERS & CABINETS, CUSTOM DOORS, CEDAR PLANK BAR, TIN CEILING, FARM HOUSE SINK, as well as a LARGE ROOM for LARGE FAMILY GATHERINGS! And just as important, 2-car INTEGRATED CARPORT and a HUGE 30 X 50 OUTBUILDING with loft, for Man-cave, She-shed and more! Log homes are 15-20% MORE ENERGY EFFICIENT and provide HEALTH BENEFITS with level humidity level! Come take a look at COUNTRY LIVING close to shopping, schools, Athens and I-85.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Cheryl Kerr

Heartland Real Estate License #374734 Listed on: 09/02/2021

Last Buyer's Agent

KIM E MILLER

RE/MAX Legends License #179041

RE/MAX Legends

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,168

Year Built

  • Built in 2004

Lot Details

  • 1.37 Acre Lot
  • Fenced
  • Private Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Wooded Lot

Home Design

  • Country Style Home
  • Metal Roof
  • Log Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Rear Stairs
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Great Room
  • Family Room
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Den
  • Loft

Kitchen

  • Second Kitchen
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Surface Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms | 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Split Bedroom Floorplan
  • Walk-In Closet
  • In-Law or Guest Suite
  • Double Vanity
  • Whirlpool Bathtub
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry in Kitchen

Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
  • Finished Basement Bathroom
  • Natural lighting in basement

Parking

  • 2 Parking Spaces
  • Carport
  • Parking Accessed On Kitchen Level

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Insulation

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Separate Outdoor Workshop
  • Porch

Schools

  • Jefferson Elementary And Middle School
  • Jefferson High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Heat Pump System
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Septic Tank
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Benton Farms Subdivision

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,168

Year Built

Built in 2004

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 2004
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Country/Rustic
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Financing Type: Conventional 95%
  • GreenEnergyEfficient: Insulation
  • Levels: One and One Half
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.37
  • Other Sturctures: Workshop
  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Structure Type: House
  • Total Finished Area2: 4412
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Electric Water Heater, Dishwasher, Ice Maker, Microwave, Oven/Range (Combo), Refrigerator
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Dining Room Features: Dining Rm/Living Rm Combo
  • Basement: Bath Finished, Concrete, Daylight, Interior Entry, Exterior Entry, Finished, Full
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1732
  • Total Finished Sq Ft: 2680
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2680
  • Interior Amenities: Vaulted Ceiling(s), High Ceilings, Double Vanity, Beamed Ceilings, Rear Stairs, Separate Shower, Walk-In Closet(s), Whirlpool Bath, In-Law Floorplan, Master On Main Level, Split Bedroom Plan
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Area, Pantry, Second Kitchen, Solid Surface Counters
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows
  • Price Per Square Foot: 147.1

Beds/Baths

  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Bedroom Lower Level: 1
  • Bedroom Main Level: 2

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Log
  • ExteriorFeatures: Balcony
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Lot Features: Level, Private
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Porch
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Roof: Metal

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Carport, Kitchen Level
  • ParkingTotal: 2

Utilities

  • Cooling: Electric, Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Heat Pump
  • Heating: Electric, Central, Heat Pump
  • Laundry Features: In Kitchen
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Cable Available
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Community Features: None

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Jefferson
  • High School: Jefferson
  • High School Bus: Yes
  • Middle School: Jefferson
  • Middle School Bus: Yes
  • Elementary School: Jefferson
  • Middle School: Jefferson
  • High School: Jefferson

Tax Info

  • Year: 2020
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4167.64

MLS Schools

  • Elementary Bus Line: Yes

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 2, 2021
Closed on
Jan 28, 2022
Sold by
Newman Harvey R
Bought by
Gill Chunta and Bibby Georgia
Seller's Agent
Cheryl Kerr
Heartland Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
KIM E MILLER
RE/MAX Legends
List Price
$679,900
Sold Price
$649,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$30,900
-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
0.83%
Original Mortgage
$584,910
Outstanding Balance
$562,751
Interest Rate
3.56%
Mortgage Type
Cash
Estimated Equity
$105,271

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 2, 2014
Closed on
Sep 5, 2014
Sold by
Federal National Mortgage Association
Bought by
Newman Laura J and Newman Harry R
List Price
$275,600
Sold Price
$258,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$17,600
-6.39%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
13.28%
Original Mortgage
$253,326
Interest Rate
4.25%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 1, 2014
Sold by
Mccaslin Carl Ivan
Bought by
Federal National Mtg Associati

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 5, 2004
Sold by
Martin Carl W
Bought by
Mccaslin Carl Ivan
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $649,900 --
Warranty Deed $10,000 --
Warranty Deed -- --
Foreclosure Deed $236,384 --
Deed $38,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $584,910 Cash
Closed $584,910 Cash
Previous Owner $232,151 FHA
Previous Owner $252,510 FHA
Previous Owner $253,326 FHA
Previous Owner $30,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/06/2025 03/06/25 For Sale $725,000 +11.7% $164 / Sq Ft
01/28/2022 01/28/22 Sold $649,000 -0.1% $147 / Sq Ft
12/06/2021 12/06/21 Price Changed $649,900 -2.3% $147 / Sq Ft
10/15/2021 10/15/21 Price Changed $664,900 -2.2% $151 / Sq Ft
09/02/2021 09/02/21 For Sale $679,900 +163.5% $154 / Sq Ft
09/02/2021 09/02/21 Pending -- -- --
09/05/2014 09/05/14 Sold $258,000 -6.4% $96 / Sq Ft
08/06/2014 08/06/14 Pending -- -- --
07/02/2014 07/02/14 For Sale $275,600 -- $103 / 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 $5,251 $190,520 $21,920 $168,600
2023 $5,251 $173,240 $21,920 $151,320
2022 $4,460 $139,320 $15,760 $123,560
2021 $4,541 $139,320 $15,760 $123,560
2020 $4,147 $118,960 $15,760 $103,200
2019 $4,209 $118,960 $15,760 $103,200
2018 $4,329 $121,400 $15,760 $105,640
2017 $4,227 $116,171 $15,782 $100,389
2016 $4,247 $116,171 $15,782 $100,389
2015 $3,785 $116,171 $15,782 $100,389
2014 $3,840 $103,664 $15,782 $87,882
2013 -- $103,664 $15,782 $87,881
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Jason Moore

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Jason Moore

    RE/MAX

    (678) 730-7200

    342 Total Sales

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  • KIM E MILLER

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025

    KIM E MILLER

    RE/MAX

    (678) 572-7316

    87 Total Sales

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  • Cheryl Kerr

    Seller's Agent in 2022

    Cheryl Kerr

    Heartland Real Estate

    (678) 438-6003

    56 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Georgia MLS

MLS Number: 9044800

Georgia MLS

APN: 081F-007A

Georgia Jackson County Jefferson 30549

474 Benton Rd, Jefferson, GA

This home is located at 474 Benton Rd, Jefferson, GA 30549 and is currently priced at $649,000, approximately $147 per square foot. This property was built in 2004. 474 Benton Rd is a home located in Jackson County with nearby schools including Jefferson Elementary School, Jefferson Academy, and Jefferson Middle School.

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