Last Sold Price
1 bed800 sqft$450/sqft
4937 Goddards Ford Rd, Gainesville, GA 30504

Description

This charming 1 bedroom, 1 bath lakefront cottage offers the perfect amount of peaceful privacy for a weekend escape. Tucked away on a wooded .70-acre lot with seasonal lake views, this home includes a 16' x 24' platform dock with deep water access and a very gentle walk to the shoreline. The open-concept layout features warm wood-planked walls and ceilings throughout. Enjoy outdoor living on the expansive deck, perfect for entertaining or relaxing in the natural surroundings. The unfinished basement...This charming 1 bedroom, 1 bath lakefront cottage offers the perfect amount of peaceful privacy for a weekend escape. Tucked away on a wooded .70-acre lot with seasonal lake views, this home includes a 16' x 24' platform dock with deep water access and a very gentle walk to the shoreline. The open-concept layout features warm wood-planked walls and ceilings throughout. Enjoy outdoor living on the expansive deck, perfect for entertaining or relaxing in the natural surroundings. The unfinished basement offers ample storage or potential for additional living space, and the home is permitted for 2 bedrooms, offering room to expand. This property offers incredible potential in a tranquil lakefront setting! Conveniently located to I-985, GA 400, Gainesville, and Dawsonville.
LISTING CLOSED: 05/01/2026 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Sheila Davis • Sheila Davis Group • 470-290-8170
  2. Listed by Michelle Sparks • Sheila Davis Group

Property Details for 4937 Goddards Ford Road

Status
MLS #
7732873
Days on Market
32
Taxes
$2,972 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1979
Lot Size
0.70 AC / 30,491 SF
Subdivision Complex
Lake Lanier- Private Dock
Architectural Style
Bungalow, Cottage
Exterior
None
Num Of Garage Spaces
1
Num Of Parking Spaces
3
Parking Features
Driveway, Garage
Property Attached
No
Waterfront Features
Lake Front, Lake

Location

Listing Courtesy of Sheila Davis Group, Sheila Davis; Sheila Davis Group, Michelle Sparks

Sold By Century 21 Results, Jackie Parker

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Building Information for 4937 Goddards Ford Road

Stories1Year Built1979Building Size-Lot Size0.70 AC / 30,491 SF

Payment Calculator

$2,078 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,830

Property Taxes

$248

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 4937 Goddards Ford Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Community Features: Boating, Fishing, Lake
  • Directions: GPS Friendly
  • Lake Name: Lanier
  • View: Lake, Trees/Woods, Water
  • Coordinates: -83.934459, 34.272803
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 08061 000008
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Master Association Fee: $.00
  • HOA Rent Restrictions: No
  • Association: No
  • Tax Legal Description: 4937 GODDARDS FORD ROAD
  • Tax Lot: 61
School Information
  • School Bus Route Elem: Yes
  • School Bus Route Middle: Yes
  • Elementary School: Hall - Other
  • High School: Chestatee
  • Middle School: Chestatee
Parking
  • Open Parking: Yes
Agent
Payment and Rate
  • Concessions Amt: $.00
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
  • Heating: Central, Electric, Propane
  • Appliances: Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator
  • Basement: Daylight, Exterior Entry, Full, Unfinished
  • Fireplace Features: None
  • # of Fireplaces: 0
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Vinyl
  • Interior Features: High Speed Internet, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Levels/Stories: One
  • Other Equipment: Satellite Dish
  • Window Features: None
  • Bedroom Features: Master on Main
  • Diningroom Features: Open Concept
  • Kitchen Features: Cabinets Stain, Laminate Counters
  • Master Bathroom Features: Tub/Shower Combo
  • Foundation: Block
  • Main Bedrooms: 1
  • Total Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Interger: 1
  • Main Full Baths: 1
  • Additional Rooms: Other
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.00
Exterior Features
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Construction Materials: Cedar, Wood Siding
  • Dock: Deeded Access, Dock, Dock Permit, Platform
  • Fencing: None
  • Horse Amenities: None
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Wrap Around
  • Pool Features: None
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt, Paved
  • Roof Type: Metal
  • Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Spa Features: None
  • Laundry Features: In Basement
  • Pool Private: No
  • Road Frontage Type: County Road
  • Other Structures: None
Property
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Cable Available,Electricity Available,Phone Available,Water Available
  • Water Source: Public
  • Electric: 110 Volts
Property and Assessments
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Proposed Financing: Cash, Conventional
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Possession: Close Of Escrow
Green Features
  • Green Energy Efficient: None
  • Green Energy Generation: None
Lot Information
  • Section/GMD: 0
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 800.0
  • SqFt Source: Public Records
  • Square Footage: 800.0
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Land lot: 61
  • Lot Features: Lake On Lot, Wooded
  • Acreage Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 165x273x99x99x202
  • Waterfront Footage: 99.0
  • Vegetation: Wooded
Rental
Rent Information
  • Terms: Cash
  • Land Lease: No
  • Occupant Types: Vacant

Property History for 4937 Goddards Ford Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 1, 2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1941861711

$360,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/01/2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1941861711

$360,000

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

Public Records for 4937 Goddards Ford Road

Taxable ValueLand$59,280Additions$62,396Total$121,676
Tax Record2025$2,972 ($248 / month)
Home Facts
Beds1Baths1Total Finished SqFt800 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt800 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt800 SqFtStories1Lot Size30,492 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1979Year Renovated1989ZoningR-1CountyHALLAPN08-061 -000-008

Schools near 4937 Goddards Ford Road

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

Chestatee Middle School
Public6 to 8

Chestatee High School
Public9 to 12

Lanier Career Academy
Public9 to 12

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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Listing Courtesy of Sheila Davis Group, Sheila Davis; Sheila Davis Group, Michelle Sparks

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