540 Fort St Winder, GA 30680
Estimated payment $1,609/month
Total Views
7,915
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,553
Sq Ft
$180
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- Home Theater
- Green Roof
- Attic
- View of Trees or Woods
- Ranch Style House
- Bonus Room
About This Home
Welcome to 540 Fort Street — a well-maintained 3 bed, 2 bath home with thoughtful updates and a flexible floor plan for a possible 4th bedroom + office. Tucked away at the end of a quiet road, this property offers privacy and convenience just minutes from The Exchange shopping center, Fort Yargo and Hwy 316. Fresh interior/exterior paint, brand new windows (2025), new carpet (July 2025) and a new roof (2025) giving this home peace of mind for years to come.
The kitchen connects to a spacious addition that offers extra storage, bedrooms, mudroom and office. While outside you’ll find a generous storage shed that stays with the home, a walk-in crawl space, and an established garden ready for your green thumb. With a large driveway for ample parking and a prime location close to shopping and major roadways, this home combines comfort, space, and accessibility in a setting you’ll love.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,176
Year Built
- Built in 1985
Lot Details
- 0.52 Acre Lot
- Property fronts a county road
- Landscaped
- Garden
- Back and Front Yard
Property Views
- Woods
- Rural
Home Design
- Ranch Style House
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Block Foundation
- Asbestos Shingle Roof
- Cement Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,553 Sq Ft Home
- Bookcases
- Brick Fireplace
- Double Pane Windows
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows
- Insulated Windows
- Mud Room
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Home Theater
- Home Office
- Bonus Room
- Game Room
- Crawl Space
- Pull Down Stairs to Attic
- Laundry in Hall
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Electric Cooktop
- Dishwasher
- Laminate Countertops
- Wood Stained Kitchen Cabinets
Flooring
- Carpet
- Laminate
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Main Level Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Bathtub and Shower Combination in Primary Bathroom
Parking
- Parking Accessed On Kitchen Level
- Driveway Level
Eco-Friendly Details
- Green Roof
Outdoor Features
- Covered Patio or Porch
- Shed
- Outbuilding
- Rain Gutters
Schools
- Kennedy Elementary School
- Westside - Barrow Middle School
- Apalachee High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Air Source Heat Pump
- 110 Volts
- Electric Water Heater
- Septic Tank
- Phone Available
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- Yargo Estates Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number XX068 054
Map
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $1,177 | $52,963 | $14,800 | $38,163 |
| 2023 | $764 | $53,163 | $14,800 | $38,363 |
| 2022 | $1,207 | $46,909 | $14,800 | $32,109 |
| 2021 | $1,174 | $43,309 | $11,200 | $32,109 |
| 2020 | $1,172 | $43,309 | $11,200 | $32,109 |
| 2019 | $1,164 | $42,212 | $11,200 | $31,012 |
| 2018 | $943 | $34,036 | $9,600 | $24,436 |
| 2017 | $821 | $28,198 | $9,600 | $18,598 |
| 2016 | $641 | $24,984 | $7,000 | $17,984 |
| 2015 | $651 | $25,240 | $7,000 | $18,240 |
| 2014 | $610 | $24,142 | $5,390 | $18,752 |
| 2013 | -- | $23,328 | $5,390 | $17,938 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/09/2025 09/09/25 | Price Changed | $279,500 | -1.8% | $180 / Sq Ft |
| 08/28/2025 08/28/25 | Price Changed | $284,500 | -2.9% | $183 / Sq Ft |
| 08/02/2025 08/02/25 | Price Changed | $293,000 | -1.8% | $189 / Sq Ft |
| 07/12/2025 07/12/25 | For Sale | $298,500 | -- | $192 / Sq Ft |
Source: First Multiple Listing Service (FMLS)
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $97,000 | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Foreclosure Deed | $76,237 | -- | |
| Deed | $59,900 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $145,600 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $102,070 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $69,000 | Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan |
Source: Public Records
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Source: First Multiple Listing Service (FMLS)
MLS Number: 7614439
APN: XX068-054
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