Marty Kimsey
Martin Kimsey Real Estate
(828) 332-5341
194 Total Sales
1 in Dillard
$1,250,000 Price
70 Downing St Dillard, GA 30537
Dillard AreaEstimated Value: $913,277
5
Beds
3.5
Baths
4,902
Sq Ft
$186/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Golf Course Community
- Spa
- Community Lake
- Fitness Center
- Lake View
- Clubhouse
About This Home
As of October 2024This 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: Proximity to Highlands, Cashiers and Clayton make this a truly wonderful mountain getaway.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
HomeSmart Brokerage Phone: 770-401-3386 License #140926 Listed on: 01/27/2024
Last Buyer's Agent
HomeSmart Brokerage Phone: 770-401-3386 License #140926 Listed on: 01/27/2024
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,499
Year Built
- Built in 2000
Lot Details
- 16,553 Sq Ft Lot
- Sloped Lot
- Partially Wooded Lot
- Garden
Property Views
- Lake
- Mountain
- Valley
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- 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
Ownership History
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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
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
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$3,277
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.19%
Original Mortgage
$728,000
Outstanding Balance
$711,464
Interest Rate
6.09%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$201,813
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 Lynda S
Bought by
Brett Stephen
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
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Dillard, GA
-
Marty Kimsey
-
Judy Michaud
Judy Michaud
Bhhs Meadows Mountain Realty (Mls)
(828) 332-5659
172 Total Sales
1 in Dillard
$297,000 Price
-
Michael Peak
Michael Peak
Responds QuicklyMason Peak Mountain Properties, LLC
(828) 532-3725
77 Total Sales
5 in Dillard
$136K - $850K Price Range
-
Nicolaus Poss
Nicolaus Poss
Poss Realty
(706) 960-6744
77 Total Sales
6 in Dillard
$55K - $940K Price Range
-
Kyle McKim
Kyle McKim
Highlands Properties
(828) 482-0192
66 Total Sales
1 in Dillard
$975,000 Price
-
Larry Rogers
Larry Rogers
Lamplighter Realty
(828) 332-5921
140 Total Sales
2 in Dillard
$45,000 Price Range
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $910,000 | -- | ||
| Becker Lynn Shearin | $380,000 | -- | |
| Brett Stephen | -- | -- | |
| Brett Lynda S | -- | -- | |
| Brett Lynda S | -- | -- | |
| -- | $28,000 | -- | |
| -- | $23,000 | -- | |
| -- | $18,500 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $728,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | Morris Marketing Enterprises I | $250,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Becker Lynn Shearin | $240,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Brett Lynda S | $191,757 | |
| Previous Owner | Brett Lynda S | $500,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Brett Lynda S | $275,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | View Prior Sale |
| 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 | View Prior Sale |
| 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
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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 | $9,139 | $330,843 | $30,000 | $300,843 |
| 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
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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John Morris
JM
Seller's Agent in 2024
John Morris
HomeSmart
(770) 401-3386
3 Total Sales
-
OA
Seller's Agent in 2020
Oliver Associates Realty
NOT A VALID MEMBER
-
GO
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2020
Gigi Oliver
NOT A VALID MEMBER
Map
Source: Georgia MLS
MLS Number: 10246330
APN: 058C-157
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