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Seller's Agent in 2016
Emily Gifford
NOT A VALID MEMBER
5855 Elm Tree Dr Unit 1 Buford, GA 30518
Estimated Value: $465,000 - $527,000
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,752
Sq Ft
$178/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- 0.72 Acre Lot
- Colonial Architecture
- Private Lot
- Buford Elementary School Rated A+
- Deck
- Wood Flooring
About This Home
As of August 2016*BUFORD SCHOOLS* Real Beauty near Lake Lanier! Exterior just painted/RhinoShield under coating! New shutters! 2 Driveways w/ total of 5 garage spaces! Gourmet Kitchen with new granite counter tops/new double under-mount sink/new burnished bronze faucet! Soaring ceilings! Master on Main w/ huge en-suite Mtr Bath/Walk-in Closet! Beautiful real teak floors! New carpet in bdrms! Upstairs loft can be 4th bdrm or Media Rm! HUGE Family Rm! Private walk-out fenced backyard w/ expanded deck! Basement w/ Workshop, Exercise Room, and tons of storage, No HOA Fees/Low Taxes!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Emily Gifford
NOT A VALID MEMBER License #364843 Listed on: 05/27/2016
Last Buyer's Agent
NON-MLS NMLS
Non FMLS Member
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $753
Year Built
- Built in 1992
Lot Details
- 0.72 Acre Lot
- Fenced
- Private Lot
Parking
- 4 Car Garage
- Parking Accessed On Kitchen Level
- Side Facing Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway Level
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Traditional Architecture
- Composition Roof
Interior Spaces
- 2,752 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Ceiling height of 10 feet on the main level
- Factory Built Fireplace
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Two Story Entrance Foyer
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Great Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Loft
- Workshop
- Wood Flooring
- Security System Owned
Kitchen
- Open to Family Room
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Electric Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Stone Countertops
- Wood Stained Kitchen Cabinets
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms | 1 Primary Bedroom on Main
- Walk-In Closet
- Vaulted Bathroom Ceilings
- Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
- Separate Shower in Primary Bathroom
- Soaking Tub
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
Unfinished Basement
- Garage Access
- Exterior Basement Entry
Outdoor Features
- Deck
Schools
- Buford Elementary And Middle School
- Buford High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Gas Water Heater
- Septic Tank
- High Speed Internet
Community Details
- Elm Tree Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Legal Lot and Block 18 / A
- Assessor Parcel Number R7334 209
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 27, 2016
Closed on
Aug 12, 2016
Sold by
James E
Bought by
Hicks James E and Hicks Angela C
Seller's Agent
Emily Gifford
NOT A VALID MEMBER
Buyer's Agent
NON-MLS NMLS
Non FMLS Member
List Price
$269,000
Sold Price
$250,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,000
-7.06%
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$240,952
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.48%
Original Mortgage
$245,471
Outstanding Balance
$196,506
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$294,446
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 13, 2006
Sold by
Giacalone William and Giacalone Anne M
Bought by
Harp Scott D and Harp Jennifer J
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$49,880
Interest Rate
6.6%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 18, 2005
Sold by
Cottick Ronald S and Cottick Carolyn
Bought by
Giacalone William and Giacalone Anne
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$50,000
Interest Rate
5.57%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 28, 2000
Sold by
Mcnail James P and Mcnail Kristi J
Bought by
Cottick Ronald S and Cottick Carolyn M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$156,750
Interest Rate
8.29%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 27, 1998
Sold by
Brown Robert F
Bought by
Mcnail James P and Mcnail Kristi J
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$124,400
Interest Rate
7.06%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hicks James E | $250,000 | -- | |
| Hicks James R | $250,000 | -- | |
| Harp Scott D | $249,400 | -- | |
| Giacalone William | $222,000 | -- | |
| Cottick Ronald S | $165,000 | -- | |
| Mcnail James P | $155,500 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Hicks James R | $245,471 | |
| Closed | Hicks James E | $245,471 | |
| Previous Owner | Harp Scott D | $49,880 | |
| Previous Owner | Giacalone William | $50,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Cottick Ronald S | $156,750 | |
| Previous Owner | Mcnail James P | $124,400 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/12/2016 08/12/16 | Sold | $250,000 | -7.1% | $91 / Sq Ft |
| 06/20/2016 06/20/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/27/2016 05/27/16 | For Sale | $269,000 | -- | $98 / Sq Ft |
Source: First Multiple Listing Service (FMLS)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $1,137 | $208,280 | $40,000 | $168,280 |
| 2024 | $1,137 | $129,680 | $18,000 | $111,680 |
| 2023 | $1,137 | $129,680 | $18,000 | $111,680 |
| 2022 | $1,137 | $129,680 | $18,000 | $111,680 |
| 2021 | $1,137 | $129,680 | $18,000 | $111,680 |
| 2020 | $1,137 | $108,960 | $18,000 | $90,960 |
| 2019 | $1,027 | $108,960 | $18,000 | $90,960 |
| 2018 | $1,027 | $108,960 | $18,000 | $90,960 |
| 2016 | $0 | $89,040 | $18,000 | $71,040 |
| 2015 | $753 | $66,320 | $10,800 | $55,520 |
| 2014 | $766 | $66,320 | $10,800 | $55,520 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Buyer's Agent in 2016
NON-MLS NMLS
Non FMLS Member
Map
Source: First Multiple Listing Service (FMLS)
MLS Number: 5697468
APN: 7-334-209
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