NOT LISTED FOR SALE

965 Secret Cove Dr Buford, GA 30518

Estimated Value: $492,195 - $553,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,251 Sq Ft
$158/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 18, 2022

Last sale price $470,000 $145 Per Sq Ft

Est. 9% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,323/month

Highlights

  • Golf Course Community
  • Home Theater
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Sugar Hill Elementary School Rated A
  • Deck
  • Oversized primary bedroom

About This Home

As of July 2022

BACK ON MARKET! Bright and Spacious Brick-Front Home! Located in a neighborly Cul-de-sac Community, this handsome home offers an Ideal Floorplan for Easy Everyday Living. Hardwood Floors welcome you into a Two-Story Entry Foyer. A Formal Living Room extends into a Dining Room with tranquil backyard views. Make meals and memories with ease in the Open-Air Kitchen featuring Stainless Steel Appliances, Granite Countertops, and Island Breakfast Bar. A Fireside Family Room showcases Soaring Two-Story Ceilings. Upstairs, a Large Owner's Suite delivers Tray Ceiling, Walk-In Closet, and Spa-Style Bathroom with Dual Vanity, Soaking Tub, and Separate Shower. Three Additional Bedrooms share a Hall Bathroom. Finished Attic Space makes for Easy Storage! Downstairs, a Finished Basement offers Media Room, Home Gym, and Bonus Space. Soak up the sun with an Expansive Rear Deck overlooking a Flat, Grassy Backyard prime for pets or play. A 2-Car Garage pre-wired with NEMA 14-50 Outlet for EV Charging welcomes you home! Convenient Location with Nearby Schools, Shops, and Restaurants. Minutes to Downtown Sugar Hill with Outdoor Amphitheater, Community Events, Brewery, and more!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

The Justin Landis Group

Bolst, Inc. Listed on: 05/19/2022

Co-Listed By

Ashton Ernst

Bolst, Inc. License #352199

Last Buyer's Agent

Jenea Kennedy

Engel & Völkers Atlanta License #242671

Engel & Völkers Atlanta

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,740

Year Built

  • Built in 1991

Lot Details

  • 0.26 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 62x159x59x159
  • Private Entrance
  • Landscaped
  • Level Lot
  • Irrigation Equipment
  • Private Yard
  • Back and Front Yard

HOA Fees

  • $46 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Accessed On Kitchen Level
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway Level

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • Concrete Siding
  • Cement Siding
  • Brick Front

Interior Spaces

  • 3,251 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Rear Stairs
  • Home Theater Equipment
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Private Rear Entry
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Second Story Great Room
  • Living Room
  • Breakfast Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Theater
  • Bonus Room

Kitchen

  • Open to Family Room
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Electric Oven
  • Electric Range
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • White Kitchen Cabinets
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Oversized primary bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Vaulted Bathroom Ceilings
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • Separate Shower in Primary Bathroom
  • Soaking Tub

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior and Exterior Basement Entry

Home Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Thermostat

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio

Location

  • Property is near schools
  • Property is near shops

Schools

  • Sugar Hill - Gwinnett Elementary School
  • Lanier Middle School
  • Lanier High School

Utilities

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

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number R7257 211

Community Details

Overview

  • Secret Cove HOA, Phone Number (678) 836-3831
  • Secondary HOA Phone (678) 836-3831
  • Secret Cove Subdivision
  • Rental Restrictions

Amenities

  • Restaurant

Recreation

  • Golf Course Community
  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Playground
  • Community Pool
  • Park
  • Trails

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,740

Year Built

Built in 1991

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$46 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Standard Status: Closed
  • Legal Description: L24 BA SECRET COVE #3 PH 2
  • Property Type: Residential
  • MLS Status: Closed
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Year Built: 1991
  • Levels Stories: Two
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 3251.00
  • Special Features: None

Property Details

  • Property: Residential Detached

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room
  • Number Of Fireplaces: 1
  • Other Equipment: Home Theater, Irrigation Equipment
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Interior Amenities: High Ceilings 9 ft Main, High Speed Internet, Vaulted, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Basement: Exterior Entry, Finished, Full, Interior Entry
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Room, Cabinets White, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Solid Surface Counters, View to Family Room
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Additional Rooms: Bonus Room, Family Room, Great Room - 2 Story, Living Room, Media Room
  • Dining Room Features: Separate Dining Room
  • Square Footage: 3251.00
  • Spa Features: None
  • Window Features: None

Beds/Baths

  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Bedroom Features: Oversized Master
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Full Baths: 2
  • Total Half Baths: 1
  • Main Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Master Bathroom Features: Double Vanity, Separate Tub/Shower, Soaking Tub, Vaulted Ceilings

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick Front, Cement Siding, Concrete
  • Roof Type: Composition
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
  • Exterior Features: Private Front Entry, Private Rear Entry, Private Yard, Rear Stairs
  • Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier

Garage/Parking

  • Carport or Garage: 2
  • Number of Garage Spaces: 2
  • Number Of Parking Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Attached, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front, Kitchen Level, Level Driveway

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • Heating: Central, Electric
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
  • Electric: Other

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fee Includes: Maintenance Exterior, Maintenance Grounds, Swim/Tennis
  • HOA Rent Restrictions: Yes
  • Community Features: Golf Course, Homeowners Assoc, Near Schools, Near Shopping, Near Trails/Greenway, Park, Playground, Pool, Restaurant, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Tennis Court(s)
  • Association Fee: 550
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association: Yes
  • Hoa Contact Phone: 678-836-3831
  • Management Company Email: treasurer@secretcovehoa.com
  • Management Phone: 678-836-3831
  • Subdivision Complex: Secret Cove

Association/Amenities

  • Management Company: Secret Cove HOA

Schools

  • Elementary School: Sugar Hill - Gwinnett
  • Middle School: Lanier
  • High School: Lanier

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.2600
  • Deed Book: 50643
  • Deed Page: 24
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped, Level, Private
  • Lot Dimensions: 62X159X59X159
  • Parcel Number: R7257 211
  • Horse Amenities: None
  • Land Lease: No
  • Property Attached Yn: No

Green Features

  • Efficiency: Thermostat
  • Green Energy Generation: None

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 4740.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: R7257-211
  • Close Date: 2022-07-18
  • Tax Year: 2021

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Sugar Hill - Gwinnett
  • High School: Lanier
  • Middle School: Lanier

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 19, 2022
Closed on
Jul 18, 2022
Sold by
Greene James
Bought by
Jones Darryle and Jones Matielyn
Seller's Agent
The Justin Landis Group
Bolst, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Jenea Kennedy
Engel & Völkers Atlanta
List Price
$450,000
Sold Price
$470,000
Premium/Discount to List
$20,000
4.44%
Current Estimated Value
$512,299

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$42,299
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.72%
Original Mortgage
$461,487
Outstanding Balance
$441,001
Interest Rate
5.62%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$71,298

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 4, 2017
Sold by
Greene James
Bought by
Greene James

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$177,000
Interest Rate
4.23%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 4, 2011
Sold by
Mililli Angelo and Mililli Sherry
Bought by
Greene James and Greene Bobbie M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$186,300
Interest Rate
4.85%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 21, 1998
Sold by
Mililli Angelo
Bought by
Mililli Angelo and Mililli Sherry

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 31, 1995
Sold by
Meiring Michael W Vicki
Bought by
Mililli Angelo Sherry
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
Jones Darryle $470,000 --
Greene James -- --
Greene James $207,000 --
Mililli Angelo -- --
Mililli Angelo -- --
Mililli Angelo Sherry $146,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Jones Darryle $461,487
Previous Owner Greene James $177,000
Previous Owner Greene James $186,300
Closed Mililli Angelo Sherry $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/18/2022 07/18/22 Sold $470,000 +4.4% $145 / Sq Ft
05/19/2022 05/19/22 For Sale $450,000 -- $138 / Sq Ft
Source: First Multiple Listing Service (FMLS)

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 $6,729 $192,800 $36,000 $156,800
2023 $6,729 $188,000 $36,000 $152,000
2022 $5,937 $169,640 $23,200 $146,440
2021 $4,740 $132,760 $23,200 $109,560
2020 $4,863 $121,440 $23,200 $98,240
2019 $4,694 $121,440 $23,200 $98,240
2018 $4,366 $112,440 $20,000 $92,440
2016 $3,843 $98,960 $17,200 $81,760
2015 $3,550 $90,280 $13,600 $76,680
2014 $3,236 $81,760 $13,600 $68,160
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • The Justin Landis Group

    Seller's Agent in 2022

    The Justin Landis Group

    Bolst, Inc.

    (404) 590-6014

    3 in this area

    928 Total Sales

    The Justin Landis Group
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  • Ashton Ernst

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2022

    Ashton Ernst

    Bolst, Inc.

    (404) 482-2293

    2 in this area

    697 Total Sales

    Ashton Ernst
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  • Jenea Kennedy

    Buyer's Agent in 2022

    Jenea Kennedy

    Engel & Völkers Atlanta

    (404) 304-8964

    1 in this area

    71 Total Sales

    Jenea Kennedy
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Map

Source: First Multiple Listing Service (FMLS)

MLS Number: 7051458

First Multiple Listing Service (FMLS)

APN: 7-257-211

Georgia Gwinnett County Buford 30518

965 Secret Cove Dr, Buford, GA

This home is located at 965 Secret Cove Dr, Buford, GA 30518 since 19 May 2022 and is currently estimated at $512,299, approximately $157 per square foot. This property was built in 1991. 965 Secret Cove Dr is a home located in Gwinnett County with nearby schools including Sugar Hill Elementary School, Lanier Middle School, and Lanier High School.

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