868 Joe Findley Rd

Royston, GA 30662

$1,080,000
Last Sold Price
7
Beds
3,034 Sq. Ft.
$356 / Sq. Ft.
3,034
Sq. Ft.
$356
per Sq. Ft.
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Sold 1/27/22
Sold 1/27/22
a view of a lake with houses in the back

Description

The search is over! The perfect all inclusive and sustainable farm is here. Welcome to your very own private secluded oasis in Hart County. The Prather Farm is now available. Owned and operated by the Prather family since 1904, this incredible organic farm has been passed down for generations and maintained in excellent condition throughout it's history. There is a total of 75.58 acres including 3 homes with spacious yards, 28 acres of tillable organic crop land (including fields and gardens) with...The search is over! The perfect all inclusive and sustainable farm is here. Welcome to your very own private secluded oasis in Hart County. The Prather Farm is now available. Owned and operated by the Prather family since 1904, this incredible organic farm has been passed down for generations and maintained in excellent condition throughout it's history. There is a total of 75.58 acres including 3 homes with spacious yards, 28 acres of tillable organic crop land (including fields and gardens) with in-ground irrigation supply from the farm's own 8 acre private spring-fed lake, and nearly 30 acres of open pasture. The farm is in the farming community of Vanna, just outside Royston Ga. Crops grown in recent years include organic sunflowers and canola for oil, watermelon, cantaloupe, and a vast array of organic vegetables and herbs. And in 2020 ten acres of industrial hemp was grown for oil and biomass under state license. The nearly 30 acres of pasture bordering the lake, once home to cattle, has sustained as many as six horses growing fat on good grass and drinking clean clear water from the lake. The main house (lake house) features an 800 square foot covered back porch overlooking the lake with horses grazing on the other side. In quiet seclusion, the large deck offers a soul-calming view of nature's glory as the sunrises over the earthen dam, spreading shimmering light over clear water where fish, wild geese, ducks and wading birds swim and nest At night the sounds of nature at the lake are symphonic. There are 3 houses on the property. The main house (lake house) has 5 bedrooms (including a large dormitory-like room for visiting grandchildren currently), 13 beds (twins, trundle, fulls, queens), and 3 & 1/2 baths. The second home was built in 2017 and has 2 bedrooms and 2 baths with an vaulted open floor plan kitchen, living room and dining room, and features two large deep porches front and back for outdoor living. Currently tenants of ten years occupy the third house with 3 bedrooms and 1 bath. There is a large barn right off the lake that serves as storage and protection for farm equipment. Nearby there is a long covered storage shed with five large multi-use stalls.
  1. Listed by Stephen J. Smith • Coldwell Banker Upchurch Rlty.

Property Details for 868 Joe Findley Road

Subdivision
None
Style
Craftsman
Exterior
Sprinkler System, Water Feature
Fees Include
None
Parking
Basement
LISTING UPDATED: 03/07/2025 04:37 PM

Property Details for 868 Joe Findley Road

StatusSold
MLS #8968794
Days on Market232
Taxes$2,863 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1970
Lot Size75.58 AC / 3,292,264 SF
CountyHart County
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Location

Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Upchurch Rlty., Stephen J. Smith

Sold By Coldwell Banker Upchurch Rlty., Stephen J. Smith

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Building Information for 868 Joe Findley Road

Stories2Year Built1970Building Size-Lot Size75.58 AC / 3,292,264 SF

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Property Information for 868 Joe Findley Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Elementary School: South Hart
  • High School: Hart County
  • Middle School: Hart County
  • Amenities: None
  • Security Features: Security System
  • Directions: 12 miles from Downtown Hartwell,25 miles from Athens, GA. 17 miles away from I-85
Taxes and HOA
  • Parcel Number: C22 073 001
Parking
  • Parking Total: 3
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Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Total Fireplaces: 1
  • BAF Lower: 0
  • BAF Main: 5
  • BAF Upper: 0
  • BAH Lower: 0
  • BAH Main: 1
  • BAH Upper: 0
  • BR Lower: 0
  • BR Main: 7
  • BR Upper: 0
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Wood Burning Stove
  • Interior: High Ceilings, Tile Bath, Master On Main Level
  • Kitchen Features: Kitchen Island
  • Rooms: Foyer, Bonus Room, Family Room, Great Room, Sun Room
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Closet
  • Basement Description: Crawl Space
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven/Range (Combo), Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
Exterior Features
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Porch
Property
Utilities
  • Cooling: Electric, Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • Heating Type: Electric, Central
  • Water/Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Well
Property and Assessments
  • Tax Year: 2020
  • Below Grade Finished: 0
  • Below Grade Unfinished: 0
  • Construction: Concrete
  • Stories: Two
  • Deed Page: 727
  • Leased Land: No
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Deed Book: 909
Lot Information
  • Waterfront Footage: 0
  • Setting: Lakefront
  • Water Description: Lake Access
  • Above Grade Finished: 3034
Farm Information
  • Vegetation: Wooded
Room Information
Room Information
  • Diningroom Features: Separate Room

Property History for 868 Joe Findley Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 27, 2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1483145350

$250,000—
Jan 27, 2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1483145351

$300,000—
Jan 27, 2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1483145352

$250,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/27/2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1483145350

$250,000
01/27/2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1483145351

$300,000
01/27/2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1483145352

$250,000

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Public Records for 868 Joe Findley Road

Taxable ValueLand$82,628Additions$43,351Total$125,979
Tax Record2025$1,736 ($145 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Total Finished SqFt1,394 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,394 SqFtStories1Lot Size880,348 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1903Year Renovated1980ZoningCCountyHARTAPNC22-073-001

Schools near 868 Joe Findley Road

This home is within Hart County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
South Hart Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Hart County Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Hart County High School
Public - 9 to 12
North Hart Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
South Hart Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Hart County Middle School
Public6 to 8

Hart County High School
Public9 to 12

North Hart Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

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Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Upchurch Rlty., Stephen J. Smith

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