NOT LISTED FOR SALE

7920 Benchmark Dr Flowery Branch, GA 30542

Sterling on the Lake Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $534,000 - $596,000

4 Beds
3 Baths
2,451 Sq Ft
$231/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 06, 2023

Last sale price $538,000 $220 Per Sq Ft

Est. 5% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,635/month

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fitness Center
  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Clubhouse
  • Active Adult
  • Community Lake
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom

About This Home

As of July 2023

This is your chance to live in a beautifully designed 4 bedroom, 3 bath ranch home nestled within the sought-after Sterling on the Lake community. This remarkable home boasts a prime location in the sub-division, with beautiful lake access literally around the corner. Step inside this well-maintained home and be greeted by a light-filled, open-concept living space that provides a warm and inviting experience for family living and entertaining. In this split bedroom plan the spacious master suite sports a large walk-in closet, double vanities and jacuzzi tub. Open the beautiful French doors and step into the fully screened gazebo overlooking your beautiful back yard. The large open kitchen and separate dining room will allow you great opportunities to entertain friends and family. Newly painted, refinished and newer flooring, roof, A/C, Water Heater. Situated in Flowery Branch, this home enjoys proximity to an array of shopping, dining, and entertainment options, award winning schools and minutes away from Lake Lanier, Mall of Georgia and several parks. Take advantage of the exceptional amenities offered by Sterling on the Lake, including a sparkling community pool, clubhouse, fitness center, walking trails, playgrounds, tennis courts, kayaking and the beautiful neighborhood lake. Don't miss out on the opportunity to make this remarkable ranch home your own! Schedule a showing today and envision the possibilities of living in Sterling on the Lake.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

James Porter

Heartland Real Estate License #379755 Listed on: 05/17/2023

Last Buyer's Agent

James Porter

Heartland Real Estate License #379755 Listed on: 05/17/2023

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,831

Year Built

  • Built in 2004

Lot Details

  • 0.27 Acre Lot

HOA Fees

  • $125 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Composition Roof
  • Concrete Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,451 Sq Ft Home
  • High Ceiling
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic
  • Laundry in Mud Room

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms | 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Split Bedroom Floorplan
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Double Vanity
  • Whirlpool Bathtub
  • Bathtub Includes Tile Surround
  • Separate Shower

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Exterior Basement Entry
  • Stubbed For A Bathroom

Parking

  • Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Schools

  • Spout Springs Elementary School
  • C W Davis Middle School
  • Flowery Branch High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Gas Water Heater
  • High Speed Internet
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 95

Community Details

Overview

  • Active Adult
  • $1,500 Initiation Fee
  • Association fees include swimming, tennis
  • Sterling On The Lake Subdivision
  • Community Lake

Amenities

  • Clubhouse

Recreation

  • Community Playground
  • Fitness Center
  • Community Pool

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,831

Year Built

Built in 2004

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$125 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 2004
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Craftsman, Ranch
  • Financing Type: Conventional
  • Levels: One and One Half
  • Lot Size Acres: .27
  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Structure Type: House
  • Total Finished Area2: 2451
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Oven/Range (Combo), Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Basement: Bath/Stubbed, Exterior Entry, Full
  • Total Finished Sq Ft: 2451
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2451
  • Interior Amenities: High Ceilings, Double Vanity, Pulldown Attic Stairs, Separate Shower, Tile Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Whirlpool Bath, Master On Main Level, Split Bedroom Plan
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Flooring: Tile, Carpet
  • Price Per Square Foot: 219.5

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Concrete, Brick
  • Lot Features: None
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Roof: Composition

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Garage

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Central
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Closet, In Mud Room
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, High Speed Internet, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Water Available
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Annual Association Fee: 1500
  • Association: No
  • Community Features: Clubhouse, Lake, Fitness Center, Playground, Pool, Retirement Community, Sidewalks, Street Lights

Fee Information

  • Initiation Fee: 1500
  • Association Fee Includes: Swimming, Tennis

Schools

  • Elementary School: Spout Springs
  • High School: Flowery Branch
  • Middle School: C W Davis
  • Elementary School: Spout Springs
  • Middle School: C W Davis
  • High School: Flowery Branch

Lot Info

  • Lot: 95

Multi Family

  • Total Fireplaces: 1

Tax Info

  • Year: 2022
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4831.47

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 17, 2023
Closed on
Jul 10, 2023
Sold by
Porter James A
Bought by
Gunn Carolyn
Seller's Agent
James Porter
Heartland Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
James Porter
Heartland Real Estate
List Price
$539,500
Sold Price
$538,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$1,500
-0.28%
Views
17
Current Estimated Value
$566,048

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$28,048
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.29%
Original Mortgage
$484,200
Outstanding Balance
$473,440
Interest Rate
6.71%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$92,608

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 10, 2018
Closed on
Jul 11, 2018
Sold by
Porter James A
Bought by
Porter James A and Porter Carol J
Seller's Agent
Kay Clark
Chapman Hall Realtors
Buyer's Agent
James Porter
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List Price
$350,000
Sold Price
$332,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$18,000
-5.14%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.16%
Original Mortgage
$319,978
Interest Rate
4.6%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 11, 2016
Closed on
Oct 5, 2016
Sold by
Castillo German F and Castillo Linda
Bought by
Croft Timothy A and Croft Jessica S
Seller's Agent
Sheila Carver
RE/MAX Tru
Buyer's Agent
Kay Clark
Chapman Hall Realtors
List Price
$310,000
Sold Price
$305,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-1.61%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.94%
Original Mortgage
$275,000
Interest Rate
3.44%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 8, 2005
Sold by
Touchstone Homes Georgia Inc
Bought by
Castillo German F and Castillo Linda

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$256,500
Interest Rate
5.79%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 13, 2004
Sold by
Nnp-Looper Lake Llc
Bought by
Touchstone Homes (Georgia) Inc
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Gunn Carolyn $538,000 --
Porter James A -- --
Porter James A $332,000 --
Croft Timothy A $305,000 --
Castillo German F $320,800 --
Touchstone Homes (Georgia) Inc $955,700 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Gunn Carolyn $484,200
Previous Owner Porter James A $319,978
Previous Owner Croft Timothy A $275,000
Previous Owner Castillo German F $256,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/06/2023 07/06/23 Sold $538,000 -0.3% $220 / Sq Ft
05/25/2023 05/25/23 Pending -- -- --
05/17/2023 05/17/23 For Sale $539,500 +62.5% $220 / Sq Ft
07/11/2018 07/11/18 Sold $332,000 -5.1% $108 / Sq Ft
06/13/2018 06/13/18 Pending -- -- --
04/10/2018 04/10/18 For Sale $350,000 +14.8% $114 / Sq Ft
10/05/2016 10/05/16 Sold $305,000 -1.6% $99 / Sq Ft
09/06/2016 09/06/16 Pending -- -- --
01/11/2016 01/11/16 For Sale $310,000 -- $101 / 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 $6,103 $215,280 $46,360 $168,920
2023 $4,285 $189,280 $46,360 $142,920
2022 $4,245 $164,280 $34,760 $129,520
2021 $3,850 $146,520 $25,480 $121,040
2020 $3,730 $138,040 $23,640 $114,400
2019 $3,674 $136,600 $23,640 $112,960
2018 $4,140 $170,440 $24,000 $146,440
2017 $3,572 $154,320 $24,000 $130,320
2016 $4,050 $143,640 $24,000 $119,640
2015 $2,923 $124,680 $10,400 $114,280
2014 $2,923 $121,680 $10,400 $111,280
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • J

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    James Porter

    Heartland Real Estate

  • Kay Clark

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Kay Clark

    Chapman Hall Realtors

    (404) 406-8504

    54 Total Sales

    Kay Clark
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  • Sheila Carver

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Sheila Carver

    RE/MAX

    (404) 277-3422

    2 in this area

    40 Total Sales

    Sheila Carver
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Map

Source: Georgia MLS

MLS Number: 20122148

Georgia MLS

APN: 15-00047-00-302

Georgia Hall County Flowery Branch 30542 Sterling on the Lake

7920 Benchmark Dr, Flowery Branch, GA

This home is located at 7920 Benchmark Dr, Flowery Branch, GA 30542 since 17 May 2023 and is currently estimated at $566,048, approximately $230 per square foot. This property was built in 2004. 7920 Benchmark Dr is a home located in Hall County with nearby schools including Spout Springs Elementary School, Cherokee Bluff Middle School, and Cherokee Bluff High School.

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