NOT LISTED FOR SALE

8230 Kara Dr Gainesville, GA 30506

Lake Lanier Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $315,000 - $366,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,252 Sq Ft
$269/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold February 24, 2016

Last sale price $136,200 $109 Per Sq Ft

Est. 147% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,990/month

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Great Room
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Programmable Thermostat
  • Chestatee Elementary School Rated A-

About This Home

As of February 2016

Welcome Home! Adorable ranch w/ side entry garage and split floor plan. Kitchen features breakfast bar and tile backsplash. Situated on just over 3/4 of an acre on Quiet cul-de-sac w/ fenced yard and patio. Cozy living room w/ fireplace, tons of light ready for your personal touches. Minutes to Lake Lanier, shopping and restaurants.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Katie Martin Pierce

Engel & Völkers Atlanta License #344137 Listed on: 01/12/2016

Engel & Völkers Atlanta

Last Buyer's Agent

Glenda Broker

Non-Mls Company

Property Details

Home Type

  • Other

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,410

Year Built

  • 2001

Lot Details

  • 0.87

Home Design

  • Slab Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • Split Bedroom Floorplan
  • 1,252 Sq Ft Home
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Great Room
  • Family Room

Utilities

  • Programmable Thermostat
  • Underground Utilities
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Septic Tank

Community Details

  • Property has a Home Owners Association

Property Details

Home Type

Other

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,410

Year Built

2001

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Accessibility: Stepless Entry, Wide Hall
  • Special Features: None
  • Year Built: 2001

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace(s): 1, In Great/Family Room, Factory Built, Gas Starter, Wood Stove
  • Main Floor Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement: Slab/None
  • Kitchen Equipment: Dishwasher, Icemaker Line, Range/Oven, Refrigerator
  • Interior Amenities: Cable TV Connections, Ceilings 9 Ft Plus, Garden Tub, Pulldown Attic Stairs, Walk-in Closet, Wall-to-wall Carpet
  • Laundry Location: Kitchen Area
  • Laundry Type: Closet
  • Kitchen / Breakfast: Breakfast Area, Breakfast Room, Pantry
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1252

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • Exterior Features: Deck/Patio, Fenced Yard, Garden Area
  • Construction: Aluminum/Vinyl, Brick/Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Parking: 2 Car, Attached, Auto Garage Door, Garage, Side/Rear Entrance

Utilities

  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan, Central, Zoned/Dual
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Heating: Ceiling Electric, Heat Pump, Zoned/Dual
  • Energy Features: Double Pane/Thermo, Programmable Thermostat, Electric Water Heater
  • Water/Sewer: Public Water, Septic Tank

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 125
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Annual
  • Fees Include: Management Fee

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities: Neighborhood Association, Street Lights, Underground Utilities

Schools

  • Elementary Bus Line: Yes
  • High School Bus: Yes
  • Middle School Bus: Yes
  • Elementary School: Chestatee Primary / Forsyth / Forsyth County, GA
  • Middle School: Little Mill / Forsyth / Forsyth County, GA
  • High School: North Forsyth / Forsyth / Forsyth County, GA

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Cul De Sac, Level Lot, Private Backyard, Wooded
  • Lot Size: 1/2 - 1 Acre

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 12, 2016
Closed on
Feb 24, 2016
Sold by
Jones Dustin S
Bought by
Reed Kimberly D and Reed Robtavious O
Seller's Agent
Katie Martin Pierce
Engel & Völkers Atlanta
Buyer's Agent
Glenda Broker
Non-Mls Company
List Price
$144,900
Sold Price
$136,200
Premium/Discount to List
-$8,700
-6%
Total Days on Market
2
Current Estimated Value
$337,090

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$200,890
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.25%
Original Mortgage
$136,200
Outstanding Balance
$113,527
Interest Rate
3.79%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$223,563

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 19, 2011
Sold by
Homesales Inc
Bought by
Siegel Allan and Siegel Dorothy

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$89,443
Interest Rate
4.88%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 10, 2010
Sold by
Chase Hm Fin Llc
Bought by
Homesales Inc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 1, 2009
Sold by
Anderson Troy L and Anderson Genevieve R
Bought by
Chase Hm Fin Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 3, 2002
Sold by
Bauer Roger J
Bought by
Anderson Troy J and Anderson Genevieve R

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 31, 2001
Sold by
Egr Enterprises Llc
Bought by
Anderson Troy L and Anderson Genevieve R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$130,000
Interest Rate
7.05%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 7, 2000
Sold by
Chestatee State Bank
Bought by
Truman Mountain Llc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$200,000
Interest Rate
7.93%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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
Reed Kimberly D $136,200 --
Siegel Allan $83,500 --
Homesales Inc -- --
Chase Hm Fin Llc $109,173 --
Anderson Troy J -- --
Bauer Roger J -- --
Anderson Troy L $124,900 --
Truman Mountain Llc -- --
Egr Enterpreises Llc $60,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Reed Kimberly D $136,200
Previous Owner Jones Dustin S $127,200
Previous Owner Siegel Allan $89,443
Previous Owner Anderson Troy L $130,000
Previous Owner Egr Enterpreises Llc $200,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/24/2016 02/24/16 Sold $136,200 -6.0% $109 / Sq Ft
01/15/2016 01/15/16 Pending -- -- --
01/12/2016 01/12/16 For Sale $144,900 +8.2% $116 / Sq Ft
07/28/2014 07/28/14 Sold $133,900 -0.8% $107 / Sq Ft
06/06/2014 06/06/14 Pending -- -- --
05/29/2014 05/29/14 For Sale $135,000 -- $108 / 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 $2,410 $114,332 $40,000 $74,332
2023 $2,094 $117,628 $40,000 $77,628
2022 $2,118 $72,576 $18,000 $54,576
2021 $2,004 $72,576 $18,000 $54,576
2020 $1,966 $71,180 $14,000 $57,180
2019 $1,754 $63,420 $12,000 $51,420
2018 $1,497 $54,144 $12,000 $42,144
2017 $1,389 $50,060 $12,000 $38,060
2016 $1,389 $50,060 $12,000 $38,060
2015 $1,392 $50,060 $12,000 $38,060
2014 $301 $46,472 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Katie Martin Pierce

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Katie Martin Pierce

    Engel & Völkers Atlanta

    (404) 454-9130

    90 Total Sales

    Katie Martin Pierce
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  • Glenda Broker

    Buyer's Agent in 2016

    Glenda Broker

    Non-Mls Company

    (800) 289-1214

    Glenda Broker
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    Seller's Agent in 2014

    MARGARET MAYER

    NOT A VALID MEMBER

    (678) 414-5431

    9 Total Sales

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  • Robert McEachern

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2014

    Robert McEachern

    Keller Williams Realty Community Partners

    (404) 308-6756

    3 in this area

    76 Total Sales

    Robert McEachern
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    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    REGINA COCHRAN

    The Norton Agency

    (678) 414-0646

    4 Total Sales

    REGINA COCHRAN
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Map

Source: Georgia MLS

MLS Number: 07572708

Georgia MLS

APN: 313-807

Georgia Forsyth County Gainesville 30506 Lake Lanier

8230 Kara Dr, Gainesville, GA

This home is located at 8230 Kara Dr, Gainesville, GA 30506 since 12 January 2016 and is currently estimated at $337,090, approximately $269 per square foot. This property was built in 2001. 8230 Kara Dr is a home located in Forsyth County with nearby schools including Chestatee Elementary School, Little Mill Middle School, and War Hill Christian Academy.

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