$442,000
SOLD APR 10, 2025

653 W Sugarbush Dr Dillard, GA 30537

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,624 Sq Ft
0.53 Acres

Recently Sold

$272 Per Sq Ft

6% Below List Price

141 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Golf Course Community
  • Mountain View
  • Clubhouse
  • Fitness Center
  • Community Lake
  • Deck

About This Home

As of April 2025

Come see the spectacular views from this wonderful move in ready 3 bedroom, 2 bath golf course community home in Sky Valley, GA. All on one level for easy access and a ramp into the mudroom. The main bedroom has a walk-in closet, and a private entrance to the back deck, where you could spend the days enjoying the long-range mountain views. The main bathroom has a large walk-in shower and double sinks. Come in from the garage to a spacious mudroom and laundry area. You will also find a roomy kitchen with a coffee bar, eat at bar, and a breakfast area. A beautiful, stacked rock fireplace with gas logs in the living room along with vaulted ceilings and entrances to the back deck. There is a nice sized dining room off the living room. 2 additional spacious sized bedrooms and a full bathroom on main floor. Plenty of closets all over the house. A sweet covered front porch to relax and take in the other views, including a view of the golf course. Features a one car attached garage, paved driveway and an extra parking space. There is a workshop in the basement area under the house and crawl space for plenty of extra storage. With an elevation of 3300 feet, the temperatures stay cool all summer. The yard has been beautifully landscaped. Only 20 minutes from Clayton, GA. Only a few minutes from several wineries, waterfalls, and hiking trails. You are not required to join the Sky Valley Golf Club.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Penelope Ramey

Poss Realty License #149137 Listed on: 10/31/2024

Last Buyer's Agent

Penelope Ramey

Poss Realty License #149137 Listed on: 10/31/2024

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,687

Year Built

  • Built in 1996

Lot Details

  • 0.53 Acre Lot
  • Sloped Lot

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Block Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,624 Sq Ft Home
  • High Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Great Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Mountain Views
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Double Vanity

Laundry

  • Laundry in Hall
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Unfinished Basement

  • Exterior Basement Entry
  • Dirt Floor

Parking

  • 3 Car Garage
  • Parking Pad
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Guest Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Porch

Location

  • City Lot

Schools

  • Rabun County Primary/Elementar Elementary School
  • Rabun County Middle School
  • Rabun County High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Septic Tank
  • High Speed Internet

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 29

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Association fees include private roads, trash, water
  • Sky Valley Subdivision
  • Community Lake

Amenities

  • Clubhouse

Recreation

  • Golf Course Community
  • Community Playground
  • Fitness Center
  • Community Pool
  • Park

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,687

Year Built

Built in 1996

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • District: 2ND
  • Year Built: 1996
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Ranch
  • Financing Type: Cash
  • Levels: One
  • Lot Size Acres: .53
  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Structure Type: House
  • Total Finished Area2: 1624
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Oven/Range (Combo), Refrigerator, Washer
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Dining Room Features: Separate Room
  • Basement: Dirt Floor, Exterior Entry, Unfinished
  • Total Finished Sq Ft: 1624
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1624
  • Interior Amenities: Double Vanity, High Ceilings, Master On Main Level, Pulldown Attic Stairs, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Living Room
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Price Per Square Foot: 272.167

Beds/Baths

  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Bedroom Main Level: 3

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Lot Features: City Lot, Sloped
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Porch
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Mountain(s)

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Guest, Parking Pad
  • ParkingTotal: 3

Utilities

  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
  • Heating: Central, Propane
  • Laundry Features: In Hall, Laundry Closet
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Electricity Available, High Speed Internet
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Community Features: Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Golf, Lake, Park, Playground, Pool

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Private Roads, Trash, Water

Schools

  • Elementary School: Rabun County Primary/Elementar
  • High School: Rabun County
  • Middle School: Rabun County
  • Elementary School: Rabun County Primary/Elementar
  • Middle School: Rabun County
  • High School: Rabun County

Lot Info

  • Land Lot: 170/195
  • Lot: 29
  • Deed Book: H30
  • Deed Page: 025
  • Plat Book: 50
  • Plat Page: 227

Multi Family

  • Total Fireplaces: 1

Tax Info

  • Year: 2023
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2686.96

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 31, 2024
Closed on
Apr 8, 2025
Sold by
Mcelheny James E
Bought by
Harner Asset Management Llc
Seller's Agent
Penelope Ramey
Poss Realty
Buyer's Agent
Penelope Ramey
Poss Realty
List Price
$469,000
Sold Price
$442,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$27,000
-5.76%
Views
98
Current Estimated Value
$446,592

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$4,592
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.31%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 1, 2006
Sold by
Not Provided
Bought by
Mcelheny James E and Mcelheny Marcia M

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 1, 2003

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 1, 2000

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 1, 1995

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 1, 1979
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 $442,000 --
Deed $275,000 --
Deed $275,000 --
Warranty Deed $240,000 --
Warranty Deed $240,000 --
Warranty Deed $197,000 --
Warranty Deed $197,000 --
Warranty Deed $16,200 --
Warranty Deed $16,200 --
Warranty Deed $14,500 --
Warranty Deed $14,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $219,500 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/10/2025 04/10/25 Sold $442,000 -5.8% $272 / Sq Ft
03/21/2025 03/21/25 Pending -- -- --
10/31/2024 10/31/24 For Sale $469,000 -- $289 / 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 $2,998 $108,521 $20,000 $88,521
2023 $2,879 $91,994 $16,000 $75,994
2022 $1,537 $83,993 $14,000 $69,993
2021 $1,319 $70,335 $8,000 $62,335
2020 $1,254 $64,629 $8,000 $56,629
2019 $1,262 $64,629 $8,000 $56,629
2018 $1,267 $64,629 $8,000 $56,629
2017 $1,215 $64,629 $8,000 $56,629
2016 $1,218 $64,629 $8,000 $56,629
2015 $1,321 $68,604 $8,000 $60,604
2014 $1,328 $68,604 $8,000 $60,604
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Georgia MLS

MLS Number: 10401867

Georgia MLS

APN: 058A-285