
980 Bernard Smith Rd Statesboro, GA 30461
Estimated payment $7,306/month
Highlights
- Private Waterfront
- Barn
- Home fronts a pond
- Swim Dock
- Stables
- 26.22 Acre Lot
About This Home
Picturesque 26+ acre estate with Live Oak Trees lining the drive leading to this Stunning Custom Home offering unparalleled craftsmanship & breathtaking views! This 4BR/4.5BA home features grand design with High Ceilings, Hand-Hewn Reclaimed Heart of Pine Flooring, Pine Ceilings & Walls, Intricate Woodwork, Sleek Quartz & Granite Counter Tops, Beautiful Crown Molding & Wainscoting, Gorgeous Savannah Brick Flooring, Arches, & Hearth, Pocket Doors, & so much attention to detail throughout! This Classic Beauty catches your eye with its charming, spacious covered front porch w/swing perfect for morning coffee. As you enter the 2 story Foyer w/ staircase, you immediately notice the exquisite details. Formal Dining Room (seats 12+) is ideal for celebrating special occasions. Lovely Den/Study is perfect for relaxing or watching movies & has a gas fireplace, intricate woodwork, & built in entertainment center & hidden gun cabinet. 1/2 Bath. Family/Great Room w/ 2 separate seating areas has space for all & features wood burning fireplace, dry bar & wine cooler, large windows, & wooden sliding glass doors & a 2nd Dining/Breakfast Room (seats 12+) all offering views of the sparkling pond & perfectly landscaped backyard. All your cooking & entertaining needs are met in the ample Kitchen w/ wall oven & microwave, cook-top, large island w/ sink, plenty of counter space, cabinets, drawers, & storage plus a walk in pantry w/ office. Elegant, private master suite features a sitting area, pretty bay window, large walk-in closet w/ built-in shelving & cabinets & spa like bath w/ double vanities, free standing soaking tub, tile shower, toilet closet, & plenty of storage. The upstairs boasts 3 spacious bedrooms w/ custom features, 2 w/ window seats, & all w/ large closets & several doors to attic offering plenty of storage space, 3 full baths, & a roomy China Closet. Also, a large den/workout room/playroom w/built-in cabinets & 2nd staircase leading downstairs. Downstairs also has a Hunt/Mud room to hang your hunting/fishing clothes & boots w/ entrance from the back porch, a large laundry room w/ a utility sink, cabinets, & closet & the Double Garage has a large storage closet w/ utility sink. You will spend a lot of time on the amazing covered back porch w/ wood flooring & ceiling, ceiling fans, lights, & TV mount enjoying the lovely view of the large pond & property. Brick stairs lead to the landscaped backyard w/ brick walls & stepping stones leading to the large pond w/ swimming/fishing dock. Across the dam is a 2nd pond & barn w/ 2 stalls, water, power, paddock, large storage building, marketable timber stand. Call to schedule your private tour today & experience the beauty of this home & property firsthand!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $6,095
Year Built
- Built in 1998
Lot Details
- 26.22 Acre Lot
- Home fronts a pond
- Private Waterfront
- Private Lot
Home Design
- Composition Roof
- Four Sided Brick Exterior Elevation
Interior Spaces
- 4,815 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Rear Stairs
- Bookcases
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Two Story Entrance Foyer
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Great Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room Seats More Than Twelve
- Breakfast Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Office
- Bonus Room
- Keeping Room
- Crawl Space
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Walk-In Pantry
- Built-In Oven
- Cooktop
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Solid Surface Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Pine Flooring
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms | 1 Primary Bedroom on Main
- Walk-In Closet
- Double Vanity
- Soaking Tub
- Bathtub Includes Tile Surround
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry in Mud Room
- Laundry Room
Parking
- Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Off-Street Parking
Outdoor Features
- Swim Dock
- Shed
- Porch
Schools
- Bryant Elementary School
- William James Middle School
- Statesboro High School
Farming
- Barn
- Pasture
Horse Facilities and Amenities
- Stables
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Well
- Electric Water Heater
- Septic Tank
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Johnston Subdivision
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $6,972 | $314,920 | $57,600 | $257,320 |
2023 | $6,046 | $250,520 | $37,720 | $212,800 |
2022 | $4,618 | $215,948 | $31,436 | $184,512 |
2021 | $4,164 | $190,107 | $31,436 | $158,671 |
2020 | $3,882 | $172,859 | $26,197 | $146,662 |
2019 | $3,872 | $171,537 | $26,197 | $145,340 |
2018 | $3,352 | $153,567 | $21,827 | $131,740 |
2017 | $3,324 | $150,506 | $21,827 | $128,679 |
2016 | $3,362 | $148,398 | $21,827 | $126,571 |
2015 | $3,416 | $150,188 | $21,827 | $128,361 |
2014 | $3,142 | $150,188 | $21,827 | $128,361 |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
07/07/2025 07/07/25 | Price Changed | $1,250,000 | 0.0% | $260 / Sq Ft |
06/01/2025 06/01/25 | For Sale | $1,250,000 | -10.7% | $260 / Sq Ft |
03/31/2025 03/31/25 | For Sale | $1,399,000 | -- | $291 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Warranty Deed | -- | -- | |
Deed | -- | -- |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
---|---|---|---|
Previous Owner | $417,000 | New Conventional | |
Previous Owner | $300,000 | New Conventional |
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