289 Hale Crossing Road

Closed 8/2/24
Closed 8/2/24
Welcome to your private oasis on 5 Riverfront acres!
Sold
Last Sold Price
$600,000
4 beds3,736 sqft
289 Hale Crossing Rd, Royston, GA 30662
Single FamilyProperty Type
5 acresLot Size
2002Year Built
$161/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

5.0 acres of river front serenity just minutes from Athens with easy access to I-85! Enjoy watching the wildlife from the huge
back porch which spans the entire length of the home! The back property line is the centerline of the River! This RANCH home
is constructed of Florida Cypress which is resistant to decay and insects! It also features a new Metal Roof! The owner's suite
has a view of the river, open the window and listen to the river at night! The family room and kitchen are expansive with
cherry...5.0 acres of river front serenity just minutes from Athens with easy access to I-85! Enjoy watching the wildlife from the huge
back porch which spans the entire length of the home! The back property line is the centerline of the River! This RANCH home
is constructed of Florida Cypress which is resistant to decay and insects! It also features a new Metal Roof! The owner's suite
has a view of the river, open the window and listen to the river at night! The family room and kitchen are expansive with
cherry cabinetry and stone countertops. This property also has a separate POND stocked with fish! The views are spectacular
and the privacy is highly sought after these days! This home features a finished terrace level with a full kitchen, bedroom and
full bath with a covered patio expanding the entire length of the home. This property also features a 30' X 30' workshop with
electricity, cabinetry, sink and full bathroom with a huge deck overlooking the stocked pond! This could be used as a
bunkhouse! It also features a garage door so it could be used as boat storage! Endless possibilities! Come float down the river
from your private oasis! You can have a floating dock!
  • Listed by: Sheila Southerland • BHGRE Metro Brokers
Listing closed: 08/02/2024 12:00 AM • Source: FMLS, MLS#: 7275001

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$420,000

Avg days on market

48

Sale-to-list ratio

96.5%

Royston, GA

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454 Hale Crossing Road, Royston, GA 30662

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Property Information for 289 Hale Crossing Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $2,798 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Franklin County
  • Subdivision Complex: none
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Exterior: Private Yard, Private Entrance
  • Num Of Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front, Kitchen Level, Parking Pad, RV Access/Parking
  • Property Attached: No
  • Waterfront Features: Pond, River Front
Building Information
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 2002
  • Lot Size: 5.00 AC / 217,800 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Community Features: None
  • Directions: From Hwy. 85 North take exit 160 towards Royston (right) on Hwy 51, continue on Hwy. 51 for approximately 10 miles, then turn Right on Hale Crossing Road-- watch for 4 mailboxes on the left turn down that road and you will see my Better Homes & Gardens real estate sign at the driveway to 289 Hale Crossing Road on the left.
  • Lake Name: Other
  • View: River
  • Coordinates: -83.178929, 34.288027
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 048 116 A
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Master Association Fee: $.00
  • HOA Rent Restrictions: No
  • Association: No
  • Block: 0
  • Tax Legal Description: 5.00 AC HALE CROSSING
  • Tax Lot: 0
School Information
  • School Bus Route Elem: Yes
  • School Bus Route High: Yes
  • School Bus Route Middle: Yes
  • Elementary School: Royston
  • High School: Franklin County
  • Middle School: Franklin County
Agent
Payment and Rate
  • Concessions Amt: $.00
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Zoned
  • Heating: Central, Electric, Forced Air, Zoned
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Self Cleaning Oven
  • Basement: Daylight, Driveway Access, Exterior Entry, Finished, Finished Bath, Full
  • Fireplace Features: None
  • # of Fireplaces: 0
  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Other
  • Interior Features: Double Vanity, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Levels/Stories: Two
  • Other Equipment: None
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
  • Bedroom Features: In-Law Floorplan, Master on Main, Split Bedroom Plan
  • Diningroom Features: Great Room, Open Concept
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar, Cabinets Stain, Pantry, Pantry Walk-In, Second Kitchen, Solid Surface Counters, View to Family Room
  • Master Bathroom Features: Double Vanity
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Main Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Interger: 3
  • Main Full Baths: 2
  • Additional Rooms: Exercise Room, Game Room, Great Room, Workshop
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 3.00
Exterior Features
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Other
  • Dock: Party Deck
  • Fencing: None
  • Horse Amenities: None
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch, Patio, Rear Porch
  • Pool Features: None
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Roof Type: Metal
  • Security Features: Fire Alarm, Security System Owned
  • Spa Features: None
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Main Level
  • Pool Private: No
  • Road Frontage Type: County Road, Private Road
  • Other Structures: Outbuilding, Workshop
Property
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Cable Available,Electricity Available,Phone Available,Water Available
  • Water Source: Well
  • Electric: Other
Property and Assessments
  • Assumable: No
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Plat Book: 22
  • Plat Page: 181
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Possession: Negotiable
Green Features
  • Green Energy Efficient: None
  • Green Energy Generation: None
Lot Information
  • Section/GMD: 0
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1936.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 1800.0
  • SqFt Source: Owner
  • Square Footage: 3736.0
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Land lot: 0
  • Lot Features: Landscaped, Navigable River On Lot, Pond on Lot, Private, Stream or River On Lot, Wooded
  • Acreage Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 257X600X519X781
  • Below Grade Unfinished Area: 136.0
  • Waterfront Footage: 519.0
  • Vegetation: Wooded
Rental
Rent Information
  • Terms: Seller Financing
  • Land Lease: No
  • Occupant Types: Vacant

Property History for 289 Hale Crossing Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 2, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1539416363

$600,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/02/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1539416363

$600,000

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

Public Records for 289 Hale Crossing Road

Taxable ValueLand$36,000Additions$147,770Total$183,770
Tax Record2025$3,784 ($315 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt5,808 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,872 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt1,936 SqFtStories1Lot Size217,800 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2002ZoningUNZONED RURALCountyFRANKLINAPN048-116-AFireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 289 Hale Crossing Road

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

Franklin County Middle School
Public6 to 8

Franklin County High School
Public9 to 12

Carnesville Elementary 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: 289 Hale Crossing Road, Royston, GA 30662
$600,000
4
3,736
217,800
291 Hale Crossing Road, Royston, GA 30662
$135,000
1
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392,040
1087 Highway 145, Royston, GA 30662
$300,000
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792,792
305 Hale Crossing Road, Royston, GA 30662
$332,500
3
2
792
364,597
1111 Highway 145, Royston, GA 30662
–
–
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4,628
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1133 Highway 145, Royston, GA 30662
–
2
1
884
41,382

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