7970 Rico Road

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$3,200,000

7,023,919 Lot Size161.25 Acres

7970 Rico Rd, Palmetto, GA 30268

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LandProperty Type

161.25 acresLot Size

Description

An extraordinary opportunity to acquire 161± acres in the heart of Chattahoochee Hills, one of the most distinctive and thoughtfully preserved landscapes in metropolitan Atlanta. Located just moments from Serenbe, this remarkable tract offers significant scale, privacy and possibility in a community celebrated for demonstrating that thoughtful development and land conservation can coexist. Once largely pastureland and now beautifully reclaimed by nature, the property is predominantly wooded, with...An extraordinary opportunity to acquire 161± acres in the heart of Chattahoochee Hills, one of the most distinctive and thoughtfully preserved landscapes in metropolitan Atlanta. Located just moments from Serenbe, this remarkable tract offers significant scale, privacy and possibility in a community celebrated for demonstrating that thoughtful development and land conservation can coexist. Once largely pastureland and now beautifully reclaimed by nature, the property is predominantly wooded, with mature trees creating an exceptionally private landscape and offering the opportunity to thoughtfully reveal portions of its pastoral history. The sheer scale of the acreage provides an extraordinary canvas for a private estate, family compound, equestrian or agricultural property, conservation-minded retreat, or a more ambitious development vision. Perhaps most compelling is the opportunity presented by an adjoining 50± acre tract currently offered separately for sale. Together, the two properties would encompass approximately 211 acres. Chattahoochee Hills’ distinctive land-use model was established to preserve the area’s rural character by concentrating development while protecting substantial areas of open space, and 200 contiguous acres is the minimum land area associated with the City’s hamlet development framework. The potential assemblage therefore presents an intriguing opportunity for a purchaser interested in exploring the creation of a thoughtfully planned hamlet or conservation-oriented community, subject to zoning, municipal approvals and all applicable development requirements. Few places this close to a major international city have protected their sense of place as successfully as Chattahoochee Hills. Rolling countryside, forests, farms and quiet rural roads define the landscape, while the City’s planning philosophy has intentionally sought an alternative to the conventional suburban development patterns found throughout much of metropolitan Atlanta. The result is an increasingly rare environment where large tracts of land remain intact and the natural landscape continues to define the character of the community. Just minutes away, Serenbe has earned national recognition for its pioneering approach to biophilic and conservation-minded community planning. Set among preserved forests and meadows, Serenbe offers an extraordinary collection of restaurants, shops, arts and cultural programming, wellness amenities, equestrian facilities, nature trails and its 25-acre organic farm. Its success has made this corner of Chattahoochee Hills a destination in its own right while preserving the pastoral qualities that make the surrounding countryside so compelling. Despite the remarkable sense of seclusion, the property remains exceptionally connected. Serenbe is just moments away, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is approximately 25 minutes from Serenbe, and the conveniences and cultural offerings of Atlanta remain within easy reach. For the buyer seeking substantial acreage near Serenbe, opportunities of this scale are increasingly difficult to replicate. For the visionary purchaser able to assemble the adjoining acreage, the possibilities become even more compelling: approximately 211 acres within a community intentionally planned around the belief that growth and conservation need not be mutually exclusive. Whether envisioned as a remarkable private holding or explored for its greater development potential, this is a rare opportunity to steward a significant piece of Chattahoochee Hills and create something enduring.

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Listed by: CHASE MIZELL • Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby's International 770-289-2780
Listed by: JOSHUA REEVES • Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby's International

Last updated: 10/06/2026 04:34 PM • Source: FMLS, MLS#: 7841121

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Property Information for 7970 Rico Road

Property Details

Taxes: $2,310 / year
MLS Type: Land / Single Family Residence
County: Fulton County
Subdivision Complex: Chattahoochee Hills
Property Attached: No
Waterfront Features: None

Building Information

Lot Size: 161.25 AC

Summary

Location and General Information

Community Features: None
Directions: GPS friendly.

Lake Name: None
View: Trees/Woods
Coordinates: -84.735494, 33.540294

Taxes and HOA Information

Parcel Number: 08 130000430072
Tax Year: 2026

Association: No
Block: x
Tax Legal Description: provided in documents section.
Tax Lot: x

School Information

Elementary School: Palmetto
High School: Creekside

Middle School: Bear Creek - Fulton

Virtual Tour

Virtual Tour Link: https://app.homestarphoto.com/videos/01a0aacf-5d48-71f1-a205-37e6062a3141

Interior and Exterior Features

Interior Features

Other Equipment: None
Timber: Mixed

Total Half Baths: 0
Bathrooms Total Interger: 0
Bathrooms Total Decimal: .00

Exterior Features

Dock: None
Fencing: None

Horse Amenities: None
Road Surface Type: Paved
Security Features: None
Pool Private: No
Road Frontage Type: Private Road
Other Structures: Barn(s)

Property

Utilities

Utilities: None

Property and Assessments

Home Warranty: No
Plat Book: x

Plat Page: x
Current Use: Vacant
Possible Use: Agricultural

Lot Information

Section/GMD: x
HabitableResidenceYN: No

Land lot: 43
Lot Features: Level, Private
Acreage Source: Owner
Vegetation: Wooded
Current Zoning: AG1

Property History for 7970 Rico Road

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Apr 27, 2015	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #534975465	$220,000	+5.4% / yr
Mar 15, 2012	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #327444445	$187,000	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
04/27/2015	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #534975465	$220,000 +5.4% / yr
03/15/2012	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #327444445	$187,000

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

Public Records for 7970 Rico Road

Taxable Value

Land

$71,960

Additions

$152,440

Total$224,400

Tax Record

2025

$3,260 ($272 / month)

Home Facts

Beds

Baths

Total Finished SqFt

2,514 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

2,514 SqFt

Stories

Lot Size

331,056 SqFt

Style

Single Family Residence

Year Built

1961

Year Renovated

1995

Zoning

AG1

County

FULTON

APN

08 130000430080

Schools near 7970 Rico Road

This home is within Fulton County School District.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
6/10	Palmetto Elementary School	Public - Serves this home	PK to 5	3.7 mi
5/10	Bear Creek Middle School	Public - Serves this home	6 to 8	6.4 mi
3/10	Creekside High School	Public - Serves this home	9 to 12	6.3 mi
NR	Georgia Baptist Chidlren's Home And Family Ministr	Public - Nearby school	K to 12	3.1 mi
6/10	Chattahoochee Hills Charter School	Charter - Choice school	K to 8	3.4 mi
8/10	Global Impact Academy	Public - Nearby school	9 to 12	9.8 mi
NR	Hill Country Montessori	Private - Nearby school	PK to 9	0.7 mi


Rating	School	Distance
6/10	Palmetto Elementary School PublicPK to 5 Serves this home	3.7 mi
5/10	Bear Creek Middle School Public6 to 8 Serves this home	6.4 mi
3/10	Creekside High School Public9 to 12 Serves this home	6.3 mi
NR	Georgia Baptist Chidlren's Home And Family Ministr PublicK to 12 Nearby school	3.1 mi
6/10	Chattahoochee Hills Charter School CharterK to 8 Choice school	3.4 mi
8/10	Global Impact Academy Public9 to 12 Nearby school	9.8 mi
NR	Hill Country Montessori PrivatePK to 9 Nearby school	0.7 mi

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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More information about 7970 Rico Road, Palmetto, GA 30268

7970 Rico Road is a 161.25 ac of land for sale in Palmetto, GA 30268. This property was listed for sale on October 6, 2026 by Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby's International, it's currently listed at $3,200,000. It has been on the market for a total of 0 days and was last sold on April 27, 2015. This listing's school district is Fulton County School District. Nearby schools include Palmetto Elementary School, Bear Creek Middle School and Creekside High School. 7970 Rico Road is a 0-bed, 0-bath 161.25 ac of land on a 7,023,919 sq. ft. / 161.25 acres lot.

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