$308,000
SOLD MAR 14, 2025

8815 Watkins Rd Palmetto, GA 30268

3 Beds
2 Baths
911 Sq Ft
12.08 Acres

Recently Sold

$338 Per Sq Ft

23% Above List Price

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Lake Front
  • Dock Rights
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Home fronts a pond
  • Private Lot
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of March 2025

Discover the tranquility of country living on this 12-acre private estate nestled in the heart of Chattahoochee Hills, just 25 miles southeast of the Atlanta Airport and in close proximity to the iconic Serenbe community. This private oasis offers a rare opportunity to create your dream retreat. The property boasts access to a serene pond complete with a dock, perfect for fishing, kayaking, or simply enjoying the peaceful water views. Imagine spending your evenings watching the fireflies over the tranquil waters, surrounded by the beauty of nature. The existing property includes an older 3 bedroom and 2 bath home that presents a unique opportunity. This home served as an old fishing cabin back in the day! Renovate and restore its classic charm to today's standards, or embrace a fresh start and build your perfect custom home from the ground up. The expansive acreage provides ample space to design the estate of your dreams, with plenty of room for a spacious home, gardens, a pool, and more. Enjoy the best of both worlds - the peace and quiet of country living with convenient access to the vibrant Serenbe community and all that it offers, including its unique shops, restaurants, and cultural events. This exceptional property is a blank canvas awaiting your vision. Don't miss this chance to create your legacy in one of the most desirable areas south of Atlanta.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Allison Glennie

Keller Williams Realty Atl. Partners License #369162 Listed on: 02/13/2025

Keller Williams Realty Atl. Partners

Last Buyer's Agent

Amy Folsom

BHHS Georgia Properties License #415483

BHHS Georgia Properties

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,730

Year Built

  • Built in 1987

Lot Details

  • 12.08 Acre Lot
  • Home fronts a pond
  • Lake Front
  • Private Lot

Parking

  • Carport

Home Design

  • Country Style Home
  • Bungalow
  • Slab Foundation
  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Den
  • Bonus Room
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in Mud Room
  • Laundry Room

Outdoor Features

  • Access To Lake
  • Dock Rights

Schools

  • Palmetto Elementary School
  • Bear Creek Middle School
  • Creekside High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Propane
  • Well
  • Septic Tank
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,730

Year Built

Built in 1987

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1987
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Bungalow/Cottage, Country/Rustic
  • Financing Type: Conventional
  • Levels: One and One Half
  • Lot Size Acres: 12.08
  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Structure Type: House
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Oven/Range (Combo), Refrigerator
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Basement: None
  • Interior Amenities: Vaulted Ceiling(s)
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Other

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Other
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Lot Features: Private
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Roof: Composition
  • Waterfront Features: Dock Rights, Lake, Lake Access, Pond

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Carport

Utilities

  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • Heating: Central, Propane
  • Laundry Features: In Mud Room
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, High Speed Internet, Propane
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Community Features: None

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Palmetto
  • High School: Creekside
  • Middle School: Bear Creek

Tax Info

  • Year: 22
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2730.17

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 13, 2025
Closed on
Mar 14, 2025
Sold by
Phillips Jodi L
Bought by
Heuel Amelia K
Seller's Agent
Allison Glennie
Keller Williams Realty Atl. Partners
Buyer's Agent
Amy Folsom
BHHS Georgia Properties
List Price
$250,000
Sold Price
$308,000
Premium/Discount to List
$58,000
23.2%
Views
70
Current Estimated Value
$338,751

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$30,751
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.56%
Original Mortgage
$277,200
Outstanding Balance
$275,781
Interest Rate
6.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$62,970
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $308,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $277,200 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
03/14/2025 03/14/25 Sold $308,000 0.0% $338 / Sq Ft
03/14/2025 03/14/25 Sold $308,000 +23.2% $338 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
02/18/2025 02/18/25 Pending -- -- --
02/18/2025 02/18/25 Pending -- -- --
02/13/2025 02/13/25 For Sale $250,000 0.0% $274 / Sq Ft
02/13/2025 02/13/25 For Sale $250,000 -- $274 / Sq Ft
Source: Georgia MLS

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
2025 $2,660 $110,200 $74,120 $36,080
2024 $2,660 $100,520 $63,600 $36,920
2023 $2,660 $100,520 $63,600 $36,920
2022 $2,234 $77,320 $48,880 $28,440
2021 $2,228 $75,040 $47,440 $27,600
2020 $2,263 $74,160 $46,880 $27,280
2019 $2,219 $72,840 $46,040 $26,800
2018 $2,544 $79,560 $61,720 $17,840
2017 $2,498 $76,480 $59,320 $17,160
2016 $2,552 $76,480 $59,320 $17,160
2015 $2,559 $76,480 $59,320 $17,160
2014 $2,615 $76,480 $59,320 $17,160
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Georgia MLS

MLS Number: 10459458

Georgia MLS

APN: 08-1502-0078-003-5