$600,000

6597 River Island Dr Buford, GA 30518

Estimated payment $3,354/month

5 Beds
3.5 Baths
4,250 Sq Ft
$141 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Clubhouse
  • Deck
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • White Oak Elementary School Rated A
  • Seasonal View
  • Traditional Architecture

About This Home

BEST BEAUTIFUL BARGAIN in BUFORD! So much is NEW! Be sure to click the video walkthrough so you may start placing your furnishings in this top-notch executive home! Spacious, Immaculate, and Move-In Ready - Must See to Fully Appreciate! This former model home is a rare gem, beautifully situated on a private and professionally landscaped corner lot in the highly desirable River Falls community-just minutes from Lake Lanier, Buford Dam, the Chattahoochee River, top-rated schools, scenic parks, trails, and major shopping. Offering both privacy and convenience, this meticulously maintained and thoughtfully updated custom-built home is one of the largest floor plans in the neighborhood. Freshly painted inside and out, the home welcomes you with a charming rocking chair front porch and impressive curb appeal. Inside, soaring ceilings, brand-new 9" luxury plank flooring, and abundant natural light create an elegant, airy ambiance. The kitchen is the heart of the home, featuring new black stainless appliances, custom cabinetry with new modern hardware, new luxurious lighting, and an easy flow into the breakfast area and the dramatic two-story great room anchored by a 20-foot stacked stone fireplace. From the breakfast nook, step out to a spacious deck overlooking the lush, fenced backyard with mature landscaping, including a striking Japanese maple-perfect for entertaining or enjoying quiet privacy. An irrigation system keeps the grounds vibrant year-round. Upstairs, new plush carpet leads to the expansive primary suite with a cozy sitting area, oversized and enviable walk-in closet with a window, and a spa-inspired bath with dual vanities, a jetted tub, and a tiled walk-in shower. Secondary bedrooms offer flexibility for family, guests, or a home office. A built-in speaker system enhances the main level and primary suite for added comfort and style. The fully finished basement delivers even more living space with a fifth bedroom, full bath, large entertainment area, custom wood bar, and a separate office-ideal for remote work or multi-generational living. The oversized tandem garage (28' x 25') easily fits extra vehicles, a small boat, golf cart, or workshop. Take advantage of resort-style amenities including a 2025 refurbished pool, tennis/pickleball courts, playground, and sidewalks that wind through this quiet, established community. This one-of-a-kind home combines space, privacy, upgrades, and location in a way that's increasingly hard to find. Truly a must-see-homes like this rarely hit the market! Don't miss your chance to make this exceptional property your forever home. Now priced below market to sell quickly just in time for the Holidays! You cannot beat this location with easy access to downtown Sugar Hill, 400, I-85, golf courses, green spaces and parks galore! The original owner is very clean and meticulous so book your tour of this show-stopper today!

Listing Agent

Angela Blackwell

eXp Realty License #407236 Listed on: 11/20/2025

eXp Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,420

Year Built

  • Built in 2001

Lot Details

  • 10,454 Sq Ft Lot
  • Privacy Fence
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Corner Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Grass Covered Lot

HOA Fees

  • $67 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Composition Roof
  • Concrete Siding
  • Stone Siding
  • Brick Front
  • Stone

Interior Spaces

  • 3-Story Property
  • Bookcases
  • Tray Ceiling
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Window Treatments
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Great Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Bonus Room
  • Home Gym
  • Seasonal Views

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Sustainable
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Walk-In Closet
  • In-Law or Guest Suite
  • Double Vanity
  • Bathtub Includes Tile Surround

Laundry

  • Laundry in Hall
  • Laundry on upper level

Finished Basement

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

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Parking

  • 5 Car Garage
  • Parking Storage or Cabinetry
  • Garage Door Opener

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Appliances
  • Energy-Efficient Windows
  • Energy-Efficient Insulation

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Porch

Location

  • Property is near schools

Schools

  • White Oak Elementary School
  • Lanier Middle School
  • Lanier High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Underground Utilities
  • High-Efficiency Water Heater
  • High Speed Internet
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Legal Lot and Block 1 / A

Community Details

Overview

  • $1,000 Initiation Fee
  • Association fees include ground maintenance, swimming, tennis
  • River Falls Subdivision

Amenities

  • Clubhouse
  • Laundry Facilities

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Playground
  • Community Pool
  • Park

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,420

Year Built

Built in 2001

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$67 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 2001
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Brick Front, Traditional
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1
  • GreenEnergyEfficient: Appliances, Insulation, Water Heater, Windows
  • Levels: Three Or More
  • Lot Size Acres: .24
  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Structure Type: House
  • Total Finished Area2: 4250
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Oven/Range (Combo), Refrigerator
  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Dining Room Features: Separate Room
  • Basement: Bath Finished, Daylight, Exterior Entry, Finished, Full
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1217
  • Total Finished Sq Ft: 3033
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 3033
  • Interior Amenities: Bookcases, Double Vanity, High Ceilings, In-Law Floorplan, Tile Bath, Tray Ceiling(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room
  • Flooring: Carpet, Sustainable, Tile
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Area, Breakfast Bar, Kitchen Island
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows, Window Treatments

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Concrete, Stone
  • ExteriorFeatures: Sprinkler System
  • Fencing: Back Yard, Privacy
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot, Level, Private
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Porch
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Seasonal View

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Storage
  • ParkingTotal: 5

Utilities

  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • Heating: Central
  • Laundry Features: Common Area, In Hall, Upper Level
  • Security Features: Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, High Speed Internet, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Underground Utilities, Water Available
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Annual Association Fee: 800
  • Association: Yes
  • Community Features: Clubhouse, Park, Playground, Pool, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Tennis Court(s), Walk To Schools

Fee Information

  • Initiation Fee: 1000
  • Association Fee Includes: Maintenance Grounds, Swimming, Tennis

Schools

  • Elementary School: White Oak
  • High School: Lanier
  • High School Bus: Yes
  • Middle School: Lanier
  • Middle School Bus: Yes

Lot Info

  • Lot: 1

Multi Family

  • Total Fireplaces: 1

Tax Info

  • Year: 2023
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1420

MLS Schools

  • Elementary Bus Line: Yes

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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 $1,577 $227,440 $50,000 $177,440
2024 $1,574 $189,960 $39,600 $150,360
2023 $1,574 $189,960 $39,600 $150,360
2022 $1,532 $169,400 $24,800 $144,600
2021 $1,519 $131,280 $24,800 $106,480
2020 $1,517 $131,280 $24,800 $106,480
2019 $1,395 $119,440 $24,800 $94,640
2018 $1,384 $115,000 $22,000 $93,000
2016 $3,476 $96,600 $19,360 $77,240
2015 $3,513 $96,600 $19,360 $77,240
2014 $3,531 $96,600 $19,360 $77,240
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
11/20/2025 11/20/25 For Sale $600,000 -- $141 / Sq Ft
Source: Georgia MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $353,400 --
Deed $286,400 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $282,672 New Conventional
Previous Owner $60,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Source: Georgia MLS

MLS Number: 10646848

Georgia MLS

APN: 7-364-173