Last Sold Price
2 beds1,004 sqft$224/sqft
261 River Rd, Lakeland, GA 31635

Description

You will absolutely love the unique features this property has to offer. 4.59 ACRES of peace and tranquility awaits you. Imagine a hammock down by BEN'S CREEK, listening to the sounds of nature, fishing in your own stocked POND. Like to Deer hunt? no problem, big bucks in this area. You can hunt in your back yard. Bbd. Inside the storage building is a skinning rack, with water and drainage. Newly paved driveway, New Carport. This RENOVATED Move-in ready, 2-bedroom (small room could be used as a 3rd...You will absolutely love the unique features this property has to offer. 4.59 ACRES of peace and tranquility awaits you. Imagine a hammock down by BEN'S CREEK, listening to the sounds of nature, fishing in your own stocked POND. Like to Deer hunt? no problem, big bucks in this area. You can hunt in your back yard. Bbd. Inside the storage building is a skinning rack, with water and drainage. Newly paved driveway, New Carport. This RENOVATED Move-in ready, 2-bedroom (small room could be used as a 3rd bedroom). Bathroom has all new necessities. Renovation includes a Freshly painted interior, all NEW- waterproof laminate flooring throughout, uniquely designed epoxy counter tops, stainless-steel appliances, new fixtures, new porches, new metal roof, HVAC system, and a new pump for the well. There's more! A Garage and a space for a MAN-CAVE or SHE-SHED. In summary, a property with over 700 feet of creek access, ample acreage, and a stocked pond offers a unique blend of natural beauty, tranqm homeuility, and comfortable living. Make this your place to call home.
LISTING CLOSED: 11/07/2025 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Sheila Hunter • Georgia Florida Real Estate Services
    P: (229) 569-1164 sheila@gaflrealestate.com

Property Details for 261 River Road

Status
MLS #
145331
Days on Market
121
Taxes
$1,017 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1965
Lot Size
4.59 AC / 199,940 SF
Waterfront Features
Pond
Zoning Description
AU

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$207,000

Avg days on market

59

Sale-to-list ratio

90.9%

Lakeland, GA

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Location

Listing Courtesy of Georgia Florida Real Estate Services, Sheila Hunter

Sold By Keller Williams Realty Georgia Communities, Kimberly Porter

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Building Information for 261 River Road

Stories1Year Built1965Building Size-Lot Size4.59 AC / 199,940 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,228 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,144

Property Taxes

$85

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 261 River Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Lakeland take E Main St., continue on Hwy 37 E, 1 mile turn left on River Rd., continue 1 mile home is on your left.
  • Latitude: 31.065946
  • Longitude: -83.039163
Taxes and HOA
  • Parcel Number: 039 0005
  • Tax Annual Amount: $1,017.00
  • Tax Year: 2023
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Size Acres: 4.59
Property and Assessments
  • Building Area Total: 1004.0
  • Living Area: 1004.0
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1965
Building Features
  • Other Structures: Workshop
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • Roof: Metal
  • Stories: 1
  • Total Stories: 1
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Well, Private
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Refrigerator
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Flooring: Laminate

Property History for 261 River Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 7, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1920385436

$225,000
Nov 7, 2025

Sold

South Georgia MLS #145331

$225,000
Oct 20, 2025

Pending

South Georgia MLS #145331

DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/07/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1920385436

$225,000
11/07/2025

Sold

South Georgia MLS #145331

$225,000
10/20/2025

Pending

South Georgia MLS #145331

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 261 River Road

Taxable ValueLand$8,120Additions$30,760Total$38,880
Tax Record2025$1,053 ($88 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,004 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,004 SqFtStories1Lot Size199,940 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1965Zoning008CountyLANIERAPN039 0005

Schools near 261 River Road

This home is within Lanier County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 2
Rating
School
Distance
Lanier County Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Lanier County Middle School
Public6 to 8

Lanier County High School
Public9 to 12

Lanier County Primary School
PublicPK to 2

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 261 River Road, Lakeland, GA 31635
$225,000
2
1,004
199,940
$61,864
3
2
1,144
43,560
$38,000
3
1,064
157,251
$10,000
3
2
1,278
43,560
2
2,244
218,236
$18,000
43,560

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