$575,000
UNDER CONTRACT

6800 Thunder Trail Gainesville, GA 30506

Estimated payment $3,110/month

Total Views 2,232
3 Beds
3 Baths
2,208 Sq Ft
$260 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • 91 Feet of Waterfront
  • Docks
  • Lake View
  • Chestatee Elementary School Rated A
  • Deep Water Access
  • Community Lake

About This Home

Charming Lake Lanier Cottage with Private Dock, One Owner & Endless Potential Tucked away on a peaceful, wooded lot, 6800 Thunder Trail is the kind of Lake Lanier home buyers hope to find - charming from the street, surprisingly spacious inside, and full of potential. Owned by one family since it was built in the 1980s, this threelevel home has been freshly updated while still offering the opportunity to add your own personal touch. Recent improvements include fresh interior paint, luxury vinyl plank flooring on the main level and upstairs, a brandnew upper deck, and a new HVAC system, creating a bright, clean feel and a solid foundation for lake living.The layout offers both openness and privacy. The entire third level is dedicated to the owner's suite, complete with a full bath and a loftstyle balcony overlooking the living room, adding architectural interest and a sense of space. Two additional bedrooms and a full bath are located on the main level, along with a screened porch perfect for morning coffee or quiet evenings surrounded by trees. The finished basement provides flexible space ideal for a den, bunk room, home office, or game room.The kitchen includes a refrigerator, and the seller is offering a kitchen appliance allowance, allowing the buyer to choose the stove and dishwasher that best match their style - a rare chance to customize without paying for someone else's selections. Outside, enjoy the privacy of a fully wooded lot and a short walk down a trail to your private, permitted dock in deep, desirable water. Once you reach the bottom of the steps, the walk to the dock is level, and the dock can be extended during lowwater periods to maintain access. A detached onecar garage provides space for storage, lake toys, or a workshop. Located in a soughtafter area of Lake Lanier, you're just a 20minute boat ride to Pelican Pete's and other popular lake destinations. Whether you're dreaming of a weekend escape, fulltime lake living, or a smart investment with upside, this home offers character, updates, privacy, and possibility - all in a beautiful natural setting.

Listing Agent

John Cook

Keller Williams Community Partners License #263822 Listed on: 02/24/2026

Keller Williams Community Partners

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $494

Year Built

  • Built in 1980

Lot Details

  • 0.62 Acre Lot
  • 91 Feet of Waterfront
  • Lake Front
  • Property borders a national or state park
  • Sloped Lot

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Country Style Home
  • Bungalow
  • Cabin
  • Metal Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Factory Built Fireplace
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Lake Views
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Laundry Room

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Basement

  • Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
  • Natural lighting in basement

Outdoor Features

  • Deep Water Access
  • Docks
  • Balcony

Schools

  • Chestatee Elementary School
  • Little Mill Middle School
  • East Forsyth High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Heat Pump System
  • Septic Tank
  • High Speed Internet

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Community Lake

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 3

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$494

Year Built

Built in 1980

Lot Details

0.62 Acres

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Section: 1
  • Year Built: 1980
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Bungalow/Cottage, Country/Rustic
  • Levels: Two
  • Lot Size Acres: .62
  • Other Sturctures: Garage(s)
  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Structure Type: Cabin
  • Total Finished Area2: 2208
  • Special Features: UnderContract
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Refrigerator
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Basement: Daylight, Exterior Entry, Interior Entry
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 936
  • Total Finished Sq Ft: 1272
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1272
  • Interior Amenities: Other
  • Feature Name: LANIER
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Factory Built, Family Room
  • Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Vinyl
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

  • Waterfront Frontage: 91
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • ExteriorFeatures: Balcony, Dock
  • Lot Features: Sloped
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Roof: Metal
  • View: Lake
  • Waterfront Features: Deep Water Access

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Detached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 1

Utilities

  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
  • Heating: Central, Heat Pump
  • Laundry Features: Other
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Electricity Available, High Speed Internet, Water Available
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Community Features: Lake

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Chestatee
  • High School: East Forsyth
  • High School Bus: Yes
  • Middle School: Little Mill
  • Middle School Bus: Yes

Lot Info

  • Land Lot: 1269
  • Lot: 3

Multi Family

  • Total Fireplaces: 1

Tax Info

  • Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 494

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 $541 $260,000 $144,000 $116,000
2024 $541 $236,280 $144,000 $92,280
2023 $437 $194,904 $112,000 $82,904
2022 $558 $124,960 $66,000 $58,960
2021 $497 $124,960 $66,000 $58,960
2020 $495 $122,032 $66,000 $56,032
2019 $499 $121,736 $66,000 $55,736
2018 $504 $107,804 $66,000 $41,804
2017 $509 $103,352 $66,000 $37,352
2016 $509 $103,352 $66,000 $37,352
2015 $509 $103,352 $66,000 $37,352
2014 $459 $100,824 $66,000 $34,824
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
02/24/2026 02/24/26 For Sale $575,000 -- $260 / Sq Ft
Source: Georgia MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
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Source: Public Records

Source: Georgia MLS

MLS Number: 10698412

Georgia MLS

APN: 312-073

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