$910,000
SOLD OCT 18, 2024

70 Downing St Dillard, GA 30537

5 Beds
3.5 Baths
4,902 Sq Ft
0.38 Acres

Recently Sold

$186 Per Sq Ft

13% Below List Price

202 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Golf Course Community
  • Spa
  • Community Lake
  • Fitness Center
  • Lake View
  • Clubhouse

About This Home

As of October 2024

This fabulous spacious home, spectacular sunrise and moon rises, located in Sky Valley with great views, overlooking the lake, clubhouse and surrounding mountains. Great 4th of July firework viewing from sunroom. Home is fully furnished and operated as a successful family vacation rental. Home is furnished to a high standard, all remains with sale except for few personal items. Home was extensively remodeled in 2021, with new foundation footings and all new roof, interior trim and painting, electrical systems overhauled, in addition to new LVP flooring in basement. Home is equally comfortable for 2 living on main floor or to house extended family members downstairs. Expansive master suite includes entry to study/bedroom and sliding glass doors to upstairs deck with gas grill connected to main propane tank; large master bath with whirlpool tub and separate shower, utility room and 2 very large walk-in closets. There is an additional unfinished 520 +/-sq ft under the spacious 2 car garage, currently used for storage. There are lockable large owners and cleaner's closets upstairs and full linen closet in basement. Two washer/dryers, one on each level. Enclosed side staircase to access very large covered lower deck. Third lower-level houses a patio with hot tub and a walk-in crawl space. Garage has dedicated EV outlet and plenty of cabinetry. Front garden contains a delightful firepit and sitting area along with rocking chair front porch to view sunset over the hill. Membership to the Sky Valley golf and clubhouse, pool, tennis and fitness center is optional. To view rental site: https://www.vrbo.com/2097382. Proximity to Highlands, Cashiers and Clayton make this a truly wonderful mountain getaway.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

John Morris

HomeSmart Brokerage Phone: 770-401-3386 License #140926 Listed on: 01/27/2024

HomeSmart

Last Buyer's Agent

John Morris

HomeSmart Brokerage Phone: 770-401-3386 License #140926 Listed on: 01/27/2024

HomeSmart

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,499

Year Built

  • Built in 2000

Lot Details

  • 0.38 Acre Lot
  • Sloped Lot
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • Garden

Property Views

  • Lake
  • Mountain
  • Valley

Home Design

  • Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation
  • Block Foundation
  • Tin Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Wet Bar
  • Rear Stairs
  • Bookcases
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Factory Built Fireplace
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Window Treatments
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Great Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Den
  • Bonus Room
  • Game Room
  • Sun or Florida Room

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Room
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Built-In Double Oven
  • Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Trash Compactor
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms | 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Split Bedroom Floorplan
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Double Vanity
  • Whirlpool Bathtub
  • Bathtub Includes Tile Surround
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry in Mud Room
  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

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

Home Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Parking Accessed On Kitchen Level
  • Garage Door Opener

Outdoor Features

  • Spa
  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Outdoor Gas Grill
  • Porch

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Two cooling system units
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Dual Heating Fuel
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Underground Utilities
  • 220 Volts
  • Propane
  • Private Water Source
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Water Softener
  • Septic Tank
  • High Speed Internet
  • Phone Available
  • Satellite Dish
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Legal Lot and Block 202 / RP3

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Sky Valley Subdivision
  • Community Lake

Amenities

  • Clubhouse

Recreation

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

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,499

Year Built

Built in 2000

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • District: 2ND
  • Section: 3
  • Year Built: 2000
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Electric: 220 Volts
  • Financing Type: Conventional
  • Levels: Two
  • Lot Size Acres: .38
  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Structure Type: House
  • Total Finished Area2: 4902
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Ice Maker, Microwave, Oven (Wall), Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Trash Compactor, Washer, Water Softener
  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Dining Room Features: Dining Rm/Living Rm Combo
  • Basement: Bath Finished, Concrete, Daylight, Exterior Entry, Finished, Full, Interior Entry
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2264
  • Total Finished Sq Ft: 2638
  • Unfinished Below Grade Sq Ft: 520
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2638
  • Interior Amenities: Beamed Ceilings, Bookcases, Double Vanity, High Ceilings, Master On Main Level, Other, Rear Stairs, Separate Shower, Soaking Tub, Split Bedroom Plan, Tile Bath, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar, Whirlpool Bath
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Basement, Factory Built, Family Room, Gas Log, Gas Starter, Living Room
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Laminate
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Area, Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Room, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Solid Surface Counters
  • Other Equipment: Satellite Dish
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows, Window Treatments
  • Price Per Square Foot: 185.638

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Construction Materials: Other
  • ExteriorFeatures: Garden, Gas Grill
  • Foundation Details: Block, Pillar/Post/Pier
  • Lot Features: Sloped
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Porch
  • Pool Features: Hot Tub
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Roof: Tin
  • View: Lake, Mountain(s), Valley

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Kitchen Level
  • ParkingTotal: 2

Utilities

  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Dual, Electric
  • Heating: Central, Dual, Forced Air, Propane
  • Laundry Features: In Basement, In Mud Room, Other, Upper Level
  • Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, High Speed Internet, Phone Available, Propane, Underground Utilities, Water Available
  • Water Source: Private

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Community Features: Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Golf, Lake, Park, Playground, Pool, Street Lights, Tennis Court(s)

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None, Other

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: 202
  • Lot: 202
  • Plat Book: 15
  • Plat Page: 266

Multi Family

  • Total Fireplaces: 2

Tax Info

  • Year: 2023
  • Tax Annual Amount: 5499.48

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 27, 2024
Closed on
Oct 18, 2024
Sold by
Morris Marketing Enterprises Inc
Bought by
Early Edward Gary and Parsons Early Kristin
Seller's Agent
John Morris
HomeSmart
Buyer's Agent
John Morris
HomeSmart
List Price
$1,050,000
Sold Price
$910,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$140,000
-13.33%
Views
150
Current Estimated Value
$944,821

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$34,821
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.13%
Original Mortgage
$728,000
Outstanding Balance
$724,402
Interest Rate
6.09%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$204,580

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 1, 2019
Closed on
Apr 4, 2019
Sold by
Brett Lynda S
Bought by
Becker Lynn Shearin
Seller's Agent
Oliver Associates Realty
NOT A VALID MEMBER
Buyer's Agent
GIGI OLIVER
NOT A VALID MEMBER
List Price
$424,999
Sold Price
$380,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$44,999
-10.59%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
17.04%
Original Mortgage
$240,000
Interest Rate
4.4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 23, 2009
Sold by
Brett Stephen
Bought by
Brett Lynda S

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 1, 2001
Bought by
Brett Lynda S

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 1, 2000

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 1, 1986

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 1, 1980
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 $910,000 --
Warranty Deed $380,000 --
Warranty Deed $380,000 --
Deed -- --
Deed -- --
Deed -- --
Deed -- --
Warranty Deed -- --
Warranty Deed -- --
Warranty Deed $28,000 --
Warranty Deed $28,000 --
Warranty Deed $23,000 --
Warranty Deed $23,000 --
Warranty Deed $18,500 --
Warranty Deed $18,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $728,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $250,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $240,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $191,757 New Conventional
Previous Owner $500,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $275,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/18/2024 10/18/24 Sold $910,000 -7.1% $186 / Sq Ft
06/21/2024 06/21/24 Price Changed $980,000 -6.7% $200 / Sq Ft
01/27/2024 01/27/24 For Sale $1,050,000 +156.1% $214 / Sq Ft
10/29/2020 10/29/20 Sold $410,000 0.0% $100 / Sq Ft
09/28/2020 09/28/20 Pending -- -- --
09/28/2020 09/28/20 Price Changed $410,000 -3.5% $100 / Sq Ft
08/14/2020 08/14/20 For Sale $425,000 +11.8% $104 / Sq Ft
04/04/2019 04/04/19 Sold $380,000 -10.6% $93 / Sq Ft
02/09/2019 02/09/19 Pending -- -- --
02/01/2019 02/01/19 For Sale $424,999 -- $104 / 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 $8,355 $302,471 $30,000 $272,471
2023 $6,009 $192,022 $24,000 $168,022
2022 $3,217 $175,736 $21,000 $154,736
2021 $2,836 $151,236 $12,000 $139,236
2020 $2,865 $147,734 $14,400 $133,334
2019 $2,543 $130,209 $14,400 $115,809
2018 $2,553 $130,209 $14,400 $115,809
2017 $2,410 $130,209 $14,400 $115,809
2016 $2,417 $130,209 $14,400 $115,809
2015 $2,329 $122,935 $14,400 $108,535
2014 $2,663 $139,571 $16,000 $123,571
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Georgia MLS

MLS Number: 10246330

Georgia MLS

APN: 058C-157