Seller's Agent in 2025
Evelyn Heald
BHHS Georgia Properties
(404) 372-5698
19 in this area
90 Total Sales
888 Moccasin Creek Rd Clarkesville, GA 30523
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,914
Sq Ft
0.79
Acres
Highlights
- Boathouse
- 2 Boat Docks
- Lake View
- Private Waterfront
- Deep Water Access
- Community Lake
About This Home
As of October 2025888 Moccasin Creek Road, affectionately named "Happy Ours," offers the rare opportunity to own a classic Lake Burton retreat at an incredible value. Perfectly positioned on beloved Moccasin Creek, this property offers everything you need for a lifetime of memories on the water. This charming 4-bedroom + flex room, 3-bathroom lake home boasts comfortable living spaces designed for relaxation and entertaining. Step inside to find warm, inviting interiors filled with natural light and lake views that never get old. The main level features refinished hardwood floors and an open-concept living and dining area, anchored by a cozy fireplace and flowing seamlessly onto a spacious deck---perfect for evening sunsets and summer gatherings. A well-equipped kitchen, ample storage, and comfortable bedrooms make this home ideal for weekend escapes or extended stays. Outside, the amenities shine just as brightly. The property includes copious parking as well as an attached plumbed workshop, 2-car garage, and whole-house generator. Best of all, "Happy Ours" includes a two-story, two-stall boathouse that takes full advantage of sweeping western-facing views of the lake and surrounding mountains. Enjoy endless afternoons of boating, swimming, fishing, and lounging on the upper deck as the sun dips behind the mountains---arguably the best sunset vantage point on Lake Burton! Beyond the property, its prime location offers easy access to Moccasin Creek State Park and hiking trails galore; a hop, skip, and a jump to Waterfall Club; and, a short drive to downtown Clayton for award-winning restaurants, boutique shopping, and endless adventures. "Happy Ours" combines charm, functionality, and location---delivering an inherent value for those who have been dreaming of lake life without compromise. Do NOT miss this chance to make Lake Burton living your reality. Schedule your private showing today and claim your piece of paradise!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
BHHS Georgia Properties License #333697 Listed on: 08/28/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,296
Year Built
- Built in 1971
Lot Details
- 0.79 Acre Lot
- Private Waterfront
- Lake Front
- Home fronts a seawall
- Garden
Property Views
- Lake
- Mountain
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Composition Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2-Story Property
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Great Room
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Bonus Room
- Screened Porch
- Wood Flooring
- Pull Down Stairs to Attic
- Home Security System
- Basement
Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Breakfast Bar
- Double Convection Oven
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Solid Surface Countertops
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms | 2 Main Level Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom on Main
- Walk-In Closet
Laundry
- Laundry closet
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- Garage
- Parking Storage or Cabinetry
- Side or Rear Entrance to Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Outdoor Features
- Deep Water Access
- Water Access Is Utility Company Controlled
- Boathouse
- 2 Boat Docks
- Covered Dock
- Balcony
- Patio
- Separate Outdoor Workshop
- Shed
Schools
- Rabun County Primary/Elementar Elementary School
- Rabun County Middle School
- Rabun County High School
Utilities
- Cooling System Powered By Gas
- Two cooling system units
- Dual Heating Fuel
- Heating System Uses Propane
- Heating System Uses Wood
- Power Generator
- Well
- Septic Tank
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Lake Burton Subdivision
- Community Lake
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 6, 2013
Closed on
May 1, 2014
Sold by
Waterhouse Richard H
Bought by
Sharpe Dickens J Tom and Sharpe Dickens Susan
Seller's Agent
Evelyn Heald
BHHS Georgia Properties
Buyer's Agent
MARY COBB
Harry Norman REALTORS
List Price
$1,175,000
Sold Price
$964,250
Premium/Discount to List
-$210,750
-17.94%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.78%
Original Mortgage
$400,000
Outstanding Balance
$288,979
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$2,003,789
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 1, 1985
Bought by
Waterhouse Richard H
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $964,250 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $964,250 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $165,000 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $165,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $400,000 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $400,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/24/2025 10/24/25 | Sold | $2,137,500 | -17.6% | $734 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/17/2025 09/17/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 09/17/2025 09/17/25 | For Sale | $2,595,000 | 0.0% | $891 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/08/2025 09/08/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 08/28/2025 08/28/25 | For Sale | $2,595,000 | +169.1% | $891 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/01/2014 05/01/14 | Sold | $964,250 | -17.9% | $529 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 03/17/2014 03/17/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 09/06/2013 09/06/13 | For Sale | $1,175,000 | -- | $644 / Sq Ft |
Source: Georgia MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $2,296 | $145,082 | $0 | $145,082 |
| 2023 | $2,149 | $119,400 | $0 | $119,400 |
| 2022 | $2,029 | $112,876 | $0 | $112,876 |
| 2021 | $1,868 | $101,611 | $0 | $101,611 |
| 2020 | $1,774 | $91,447 | $0 | $91,447 |
| 2019 | $1,786 | $91,447 | $0 | $91,447 |
| 2018 | $1,793 | $91,447 | $0 | $91,447 |
| 2017 | $1,719 | $91,447 | $0 | $91,447 |
| 2016 | $1,657 | $87,890 | $0 | $87,890 |
| 2015 | $1,471 | $76,378 | $0 | $76,378 |
| 2014 | $1,440 | $76,378 | $0 | $76,378 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Evelyn Heald
-
Andrea Sorgeloos
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Andrea Sorgeloos
BHHS Georgia Properties
(404) 729-9223
5 in this area
49 Total Sales
-
Tina Anzo
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Tina Anzo
BHHS Georgia Properties
(404) 964-2363
7 in this area
83 Total Sales
-
M
Buyer's Agent in 2014
MARY COBB
Harry Norman REALTORS
Map
Source: Georgia MLS
MLS Number: 10592864
APN: LB02-013-L
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