$290,000
SOLD SEP 2, 2025

544 Wayside St NW Cornelia, GA 30531

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,478 Sq Ft
6,098 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$196 Per Sq Ft

2% Below List Price

42 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Great Room
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • No HOA
  • Laundry Room

About This Home

As of September 2025

Welcome home to this adorable cottage perfectly situated within walking distance to downtown Cornelia, restaurants, shopping, churches, and the local drugstore. This move-in-ready gem features 3 spacious bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, including a beautifully appointed owner's suite with a double vanity. Enjoy modern touches throughout, including durable LPV flooring, gleaming granite countertops, and an open-concept layout with vaulted ceilings that create a bright, airy living space. The vinyl siding offers low-maintenance curb appeal, while the thoughtful floor plan provides both comfort and convenience. Whether you're a first-time buyer, downsizing, or looking for an investment opportunity, this home offers a rare blend of charm, location, and value. Don't miss your chance to own this cozy cottage just steps from everything Cornelia has to offer!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Rodney Hill

Keller Williams Lanier Partners License #362562 Listed on: 06/17/2025

Keller Williams Lanier Partners

Co-Listed By

Gay Davis

Keller Williams Lanier Partners License #275962

Last Buyer's Agent

AMANDA ABERNATHY

Realty of America License #345105

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,088

Year Built

  • Built in 2016

Lot Details

  • 6,098 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

  • Parking Pad

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Composition Roof
  • Aluminum Siding
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,478 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Great Room
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms | 1 Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Walk-In Closet

Schools

  • Cornelia Elementary School
  • Habersham Central High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • High Speed Internet
  • Phone Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 150

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,088

Year Built

Built in 2016

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • District: 10
  • Year Built: 2016
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Bungalow/Cottage
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Co List Office: KWRH02
  • Financing Type: FHA
  • Levels: Two
  • Lot Size Acres: .14
  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Structure Type: House
  • Total Finished Area2: 1478
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Oven/Range (Combo), Refrigerator
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Basement: None
  • Total Finished Sq Ft: 1478
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1478
  • Interior Amenities: Master On Main Level, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Flooring: Other
  • Price Per Square Foot: 196.211

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, Vinyl Siding
  • Lot Features: None
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Roof: Composition

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Parking Pad

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Central
  • Laundry Features: Other
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Electricity Available, High Speed Internet, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Community Features: None

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Cornelia
  • High School: Habersham Central
  • Middle School: Other
  • Elementary School: Cornelia
  • Middle School: Other
  • High School: Habersham Central

Lot Info

  • Land Lot: 150
  • Deed Book: 1079
  • Deed Page: 479
  • Plat Book: 3
  • Plat Page: 45

Tax Info

  • Year: 24
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3088.36

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 19, 2015
Sold by
Ballard J P
Bought by
South State Bank
Source: Public Records

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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
Limited Warranty Deed $4,600 --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/02/2025 09/02/25 Sold $290,000 -1.7% $196 / Sq Ft
07/29/2025 07/29/25 Pending -- -- --
06/17/2025 06/17/25 For Sale $295,000 -- $200 / 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
2025 $3,279 $97,419 $3,867 $93,552
2024 $2,382 $91,760 $3,860 $87,900
2023 $1,908 $76,328 $3,860 $72,468
2022 $1,707 $65,456 $3,472 $61,984
2021 $1,487 $57,288 $2,412 $54,876
2020 $1,330 $49,448 $2,412 $47,036
2019 $1,331 $49,448 $2,412 $47,036
2018 $1,321 $49,448 $2,412 $47,036
2017 $1,170 $43,564 $1,928 $41,636
2016 $48 $83,450 $1,840 $31,540
2015 $50 $4,820 $1,928 $0
2014 $287 $27,350 $1,928 $9,012
2013 -- $10,940 $1,928 $9,012
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Rodney Hill

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Rodney Hill

    Keller Williams Lanier Partners

    (706) 362-6619

    2 in this area

    141 Total Sales

    Rodney Hill
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  • Gay Davis

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025

    Gay Davis

    Keller Williams Lanier Partners

    (706) 499-3186

    31 in this area

    109 Total Sales

    Gay Davis
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  • AMANDA ABERNATHY

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    AMANDA ABERNATHY

    Realty of America

    (404) 281-5298

    1 in this area

    74 Total Sales

    AMANDA ABERNATHY
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Map

Source: Georgia MLS

MLS Number: 10545900

Georgia MLS

APN: 087C017

Georgia Habersham County Cornelia 30531

544 Wayside St NW, Cornelia, GA

This home is located at 544 Wayside St NW, Cornelia, GA 30531 and is currently priced at $290,000, approximately $196 per square foot. This property was built in 2016. 544 Wayside St NW is a home located in Habersham County with nearby schools including Cornelia Elementary School, Wilbanks Middle School, and Habersham Success Academy.

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