Sold
Last Sold Price
3 beds
524 Hartwell Rd, Lavonia, GA 30553
Single FamilyProperty Type
1.25 acresLot Size
1940Year Built
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Having a hard time finding your first starter home at an affordable price? Welcome to 524 Hartwell Rd! This lovingly maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom, colonial-style home sits on a spacious corner lot within the quaint city of Lavonia. A homesteader’s dream, this 1,925 square foot home sits on 1.16 acres, boasting an additional 160 square foot storage building, as well as plenty of room for a pool, playset, or even a garden! Step inside and be greeted by the cozy living room with a wood-burning stove...Having a hard time finding your first starter home at an affordable price? Welcome to 524 Hartwell Rd! This lovingly maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom, colonial-style home sits on a spacious corner lot within the quaint city of Lavonia. A homesteader’s dream, this 1,925 square foot home sits on 1.16 acres, boasting an additional 160 square foot storage building, as well as plenty of room for a pool, playset, or even a garden! Step inside and be greeted by the cozy living room with a wood-burning stove that provides the perfect ambiance for a relaxed and cozy lifestyle. The adjacent dining area is perfect for family gatherings and entertaining guests with homegrown, homemade meals using the produce from your own garden. The kitchen boasts tons of storage and counter space for its size, making meal prep a breeze. The original hardwood floors are continuous throughout the living room, dining room, two additional bedrooms, and the hallway that connects them. The two full bathrooms feature a tub/shower combo, tiled walls, and vinyl plank flooring. The primary bedroom contains an ensuite bathroom, while the two additional bedrooms share the second full bath. In addition to the three bedrooms in the main part of the home, the garage has also been converted into a giant flex room, perfect for a home gym!. In addition to the three bedrooms in the main part of the home, the garage has also been converted into a giant flex room, perfect for a home gym! Step outside onto the expansive back patio with built in bench seating and take in the serene surroundings. There are 5 planter boxes in the backyard where the seller had previously grown bell peppers, zucchini, broccoli, cherry tomatoes, and peas. Imagine being able to pick fresh produce from your own backyard and throwing it all on the grill for the family to enjoy! Located in a quiet, family-friendly neighborhood, this home is conveniently situated within walking distance to local schools, shopping, and dining options. With easy access to I-85 and a 15 minute drive to nearby Lake Hartwell, you’ll never run out of fun things to do! Contact us today to schedule a showing and start living your dream life! Virtual Tour: https://www.zillow.com/view-imx/1f27c025-c645-42b4-b7b9-5628a4587141? setAttribution=mls&wl=true&initialViewType=pano&utm_source=dashboard
  • Listed by: Tyra Parker Brokerage DRE #77209 • Keller Williams Greater Athens tyra@hgsoldit.com
Listing closed: 08/31/2023 04:00 AM • Source: NCRMLS, MLS#: CM1005676

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$240,000

Avg days on market

82

Sale-to-list ratio

91.3%

Lavonia, GA

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Location

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Property Information for 524 Hartwell Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $2,696 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Subdivision Name: No Recorded Subdivision
  • Waterfront: No
  • Zoning: 001
Building Information
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Lot Size: 1.25 AC / 54,310 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Country Subdivision: 13119
  • Directions: Get on GA-10 Loop N from Jennings Mill Rd and Plaza Parkway 3 min (1.4 mi) Continue on GA-10 Loop N to Athens. Take exit 12 from US-129 S 7 min (7.3 mi) Get on I-85 N in Banks County 25 min (21.6 mi) Follow I-85 N to GA-17 S/Jones St in Franklin County. Take exit 173 from I-85 N
  • Latitude: 34
  • Longitude: -83
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: L013-018
  • Tax Year: 2022
School Information
  • Elementary School: Lavonia Elementary
  • High School: Franklin County
  • Middle Or Junior School: Franklin Co. Middle School
Parking
  • Garage: No
  • Parking Total: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Off Street
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Size Range: 1-2 Acres
  • Style: Colonial
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Below Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.2468
  • Lot Size Area: 1.2468
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
Property and Assessments
  • Possession: Close Of Escrow
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Permitted Use: Public
Utilities
  • Sewer Provider: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, High Speed Internet, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Available
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Concrete, Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Other
  • Foundation Details: Crawlspace
  • Roof: Composition
  • Stories Total: 1
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Oven, Range, Refrigerator
  • Basement: Yes
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Basement: Full, Crawl Space
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Wood
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Wood
  • Interior Features: Other
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Rooms Total: 5
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Length: 0.0
  • Room Width: 0.0
  • Room Type: Bathroom 2
Room 2
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Length: 0.0
  • Room Width: 0.0
  • Room Type: Bathroom 1
Room 3
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Length: 0.0
  • Room Width: 0.0
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room 4
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Length: 0.0
  • Room Width: 0.0
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
Room 5
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Length: 0.0
  • Room Width: 0.0
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Mobile Home
Mobile Home Information
  • Home Warranty: No

Property History for 524 Hartwell Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 31, 2023

Sold

GAMLS #10151631

$240,000
Aug 30, 2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1519546763

$240,000

+7.4% / yr

Aug 30, 2023

Sold

NCRMLS #CM1005676

$240,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/31/2023

Sold

GAMLS #10151631

$240,000
08/30/2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1519546763

$240,000

+7.4% / yr

08/30/2023

Sold

NCRMLS #CM1005676

$240,000

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

Public Records for 524 Hartwell Road

Taxable ValueLand$16,280Additions$79,674Total$95,954
Tax Record2025$2,990 ($249 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,925 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,925 SqFtStories1Lot Size50,530 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1940Year Renovated2000ZoningRESIDENTIACountyFRANKLINAPNL013-018

Schools near 524 Hartwell Road

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

Franklin County Middle School
Public6 to 8

Franklin County High School
Public9 to 12

Central Franklin Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

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: 524 Hartwell Road, Lavonia, GA 30553
$240,000
3
54,310
2
2
1,236
$189,000
3
1,198
27,007
$29,900
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21,344
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