$629,900
SOLD JUL 22, 2026

686 Lake Crest Dr Jefferson, GA 30549

Jefferson Area
4 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,831 Sq Ft
0.77 Acre Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: July 22, 2026

$164 Per Sq Ft

2% Below List Price

8 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Gated Community
  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Private Lot
  • Jefferson Academy Rated A
  • Clubhouse
  • Vaulted Ceiling

About This Home

As of July 2026

Welcome home to 686 Lake Crest Drive in the highly sought-after gated Sterling Lake at Jefferson community! This stunning 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath home offers a highly desirable Master on Main floor plan with exceptional living spaces and beautiful finishes throughout. Step inside to find a welcoming foyer, hardwood floors, and an open-concept design perfect for everyday living and entertaining. The spacious eat-in kitchen features white cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a large center island, vaulted ceilings, and overlooks the dining area and impressive two-story family room with a stacked stone fireplace. The oversized main-level Owner's Suite is a private retreat complete with vaulted ceilings, a large walk-in closet, dual vanities, a soaking tub, and a separate shower. Two additional bedrooms, a full bath, and a convenient half bath complete the main floor. Upstairs, you'll find a versatile loft space space along with a private bedroom and full bath, making it the perfect setup for guests, a home office, or a media room. Outdoor living shines in the fully fenced backyard, featuring an extended patio and fire pit area ideal for entertaining or relaxing while enjoying peaceful wooded views. Sip your morning coffee, host gatherings, or simply unwind in this private outdoor oasis. Additional highlights include a side-entry 2-car garage, extra-wide driveway, and access to Sterling Lake at Jefferson's exclusive gated amenities, including a community pool for residents to enjoy. Conveniently located near top-rated Jefferson schools, shopping, dining, and major highways, this exceptional home offers the perfect blend of comfort, style, and community living.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Shannon King

GA Realty LLC Brokerage Phone: 404-402-7709 License #410544 Listed on: 06/11/2026

Last Buyer's Agent

Mckenzie Nuedling

PEND Realty, LLC License #412417

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,068

Year Built

  • Built in 2015

Lot Details

  • 33,541 Sq Ft Lot
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Private Lot
  • Partially Wooded Lot

HOA Fees

  • $188 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 4 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • 2-Story Property
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Slab Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Stone Siding
  • Stone

Interior Spaces

  • 3,831 Sq Ft Home
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Bonus Room
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Built-In Oven
  • Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen Island
  • Solid Surface Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms | 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Double Vanity
  • Soaking Tub

Laundry

  • Laundry in Mud Room
  • Laundry Room

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Fire Pit
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Shed
  • Porch

Schools

  • Jefferson Elementary And Middle School
  • Jefferson High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Underground Utilities
  • Septic Tank

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 18

Community Details

Overview

  • $2,250 Initiation Fee
  • Association fees include ground maintenance, private roads, swimming, security
  • Sterling Lake At Jefferson Subdivision

Recreation

  • Community Pool

Additional Features

  • Clubhouse
  • Gated Community

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,068

Year Built

Built in 2015

Lot Details

0.77 Acres

HOA Fees

$188 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 2015
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Craftsman, Traditional, Ranch
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Financing Type: Conventional
  • Levels: Two
  • Lot Size Acres: .77
  • Other Sturctures: Shed(s)
  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Structure Type: House
  • Total Finished Area2: 3831
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Cooktop, Oven (Wall), Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Dining Room Features: Separate Room
  • Basement: None
  • Total Finished Sq Ft: 3831
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 3831
  • Interior Amenities: Walk-In Closet(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Double Vanity, High Ceilings, Master On Main Level
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet, Tile
  • Kitchen Features: Kitchen Island, Solid Surface Counters, Walk-in Pantry
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows

Beds/Baths

  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Bedroom Main Level: 3

Exterior Features

  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Stone
  • ExteriorFeatures: Other, Lighting, Fire Pit
  • Fencing: Back Yard
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Lot Features: Private
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Patio
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Roof: Composition

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Garage, Attached
  • ParkingTotal: 4

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Heating: Central
  • Laundry Features: In Mud Room
  • Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Underground Utilities
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Annual Association Fee: 2250
  • Association: Yes
  • Community Features: Clubhouse, Gated, Pool, Sidewalks, Street Lights

Fee Information

  • Initiation Fee: 2250
  • Association Fee Includes: Maintenance Grounds, Private Roads, Swimming, Security

Schools

  • Elementary School: Jefferson
  • High School: Jefferson
  • High School Bus: Yes
  • Middle School: Jefferson
  • Middle School Bus: Yes

Lot Info

  • Lot: 18

Multi Family

  • Total Fireplaces: 1

Tax Info

  • Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 7068

MLS Schools

  • Elementary Bus Line: Yes

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 22, 2016
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$279,200
Interest Rate
3.71%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 6, 2014
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 12, 2011
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 29, 2011
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 1, 2010
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 12, 2005
Sold by
Bought by
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed -- --
Deed $20,000 --
Deed $14,900 --
Deed $4,800 --
Deed -- --
Deed $42,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $320,003 FHA
Closed $279,200 New Conventional
Closed $270,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $202,230 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
07/22/2026 07/22/26 Sold $629,900 -1.6% $164 / Sq Ft
06/20/2026 06/20/26 Pending -- -- --
06/11/2026 06/11/26 For Sale $639,900 -- $167 / Sq Ft
Source: Georgia MLS

Tax History

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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 $7,067 $257,960 $28,800 $229,160
2024 $7,067 $257,960 $28,800 $229,160
2023 $7,096 $230,240 $28,800 $201,440
2022 $6,054 $188,920 $28,800 $160,120
2021 $5,746 $176,120 $16,000 $160,120
2020 $4,889 $140,160 $16,000 $124,160
2019 $5,080 $143,440 $16,000 $127,440
2018 $4,896 $137,240 $16,000 $121,240
2017 $4,278 $122,682 $16,000 $106,682
2016 $3,425 $93,193 $8,800 $84,393
2015 $260 $7,040 $7,040 $0
2014 $262 $7,040 $7,040 $0
2013 -- $7,040 $7,040 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Georgia MLS

MLS Number: 10782205

Georgia MLS

APN: 069E-018

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