8920 Thornton Road

Sold 8/28/18
Sold 8/28/18
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$235,000
4 beds2,883 sqft
8920 Thornton Rd, Jonesboro, GA 30236
Single FamilyProperty Type
3.03 acresLot Size
1971Year Built
$82/sq ftPrice per sq ft
3 carsParking Spaces

Description

Nearly 2,900 square foot custom home for a large family to live and play. Nestled on 3+ acres, located just north of Walt Stephens Road and south of Noah’s Ark Road. Features 4 very large bedrooms, 3 baths. A spacious in-law suite with all the appliances. Rest in the family room across from the stone fireplace. Enjoy evenings in the enclosed patio. Large-open kitchen features custom all-wood cabinetry, an island, and appliances. The dining room is located off the kitchen for casual family dining....Nearly 2,900 square foot custom home for a large family to live and play. Nestled on 3+ acres, located just north of Walt Stephens Road and south of Noah’s Ark Road. Features 4 very large bedrooms, 3 baths. A spacious in-law suite with all the appliances. Rest in the family room across from the stone fireplace. Enjoy evenings in the enclosed patio. Large-open kitchen features custom all-wood cabinetry, an island, and appliances. The dining room is located off the kitchen for casual family dining. Beautiful hardwood floors in the family room. The finished lower level includes 2 rooms, perfect for an exercise room, home theater or office. Includes 2 very large detached workshops for RV/storage. From the front porch enjoy the lake and nature across the home.
  • Listed by: Tiki Carter • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties
Listing closed: 08/28/2018 04:00 AM • Source: GAMLS, MLS#: 8352874

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$279,900

Avg days on market

44

Sale-to-list ratio

93.4%

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Property Information for 8920 Thornton Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $2,283 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Clayton County
  • Subdivision: None
  • Style: Brick 4 Side, Other
  • Fees Include: None
  • Parking: Carport, Garage, RV/Boat Parking, Storage
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1971
  • Lot Size: 3.03 AC / 131,986 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Area: CLAY
  • District: 6
  • Elementary School: Church Street
  • ES Bus: Yes
  • High School: Jonesboro
  • High School Bus: Yes
  • Middle School: Jonesboro
  • Middle School Bus: Yes
  • Amenities: Lake, None
  • Security Features: Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Directions: South on 19/41, left onto Fayetteville Road, right onto College St, right onto S. McDonough St, right onto Thornton Rd. Caution alarm - see private remarks
  • Lot Description: Level, Private
Taxes and HOA
  • Parcel Number: 06003C A015
Parking
  • Parking Total: 3
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Total Fireplaces: 1
  • BAF Lower: 1
  • BAF Main: 0
  • BAF Upper: 2
  • BAH Lower: 0
  • BAH Main: 0
  • BAH Upper: 0
  • BR Lower: 1
  • BR Main: 0
  • BR Upper: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Masonry
  • Interior: Bookcases, High Ceilings, Tile Bath, Master On Main Level
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Area, Breakfast Bar, Solid Surface Counters
  • Rooms: Laundry, Family Room, Great Room, Game Room
  • Laundry Features: Other
  • Basement Description: Concrete, Finished, Full
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Dryer, Washer, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Ice Maker, Refrigerator
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows
Exterior Features
  • Roof Type: Composition
  • View: Lake, Ocean, River
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Porch
Property
Utilities
  • Cooling: Electric, Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Whole House Fan
  • Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat
  • Heating Type: Natural Gas, Electric, Central, Radiant, Forced Air
  • Water/Sewer: Private Sewer, Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Public, Well
Property and Assessments
  • Tax Year: 2017
  • Below Grade Finished: 800
  • Stories: Multi/Split
  • Other Sturctures: Barn(s), Outbuilding, Workshop
  • Leased Land: No
  • Property Condition: Resale
Lot Information
  • Land Lot: 3
  • Water Description: No Dock Or Boathouse, Lake Access
  • Above Grade Finished: 2083
  • Foundation Details: Block
Farm Information
  • Vegetation: Wooded
Room Information
Room Information
  • Diningroom Features: Seats 12+, Separate Room

Property History for 8920 Thornton Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 28, 2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #632847738

$235,000—
Aug 28, 2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #632928346

$235,000—
Aug 28, 2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #632928346

$235,000

+30.8% / yr

DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/28/2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #632847738

$235,000
08/28/2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #632928346

$235,000
08/28/2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #632928346

$235,000

+30.8% / yr

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

Public Records for 8920 Thornton Road

Taxable ValueLand$17,424Additions$127,776Total$145,200
Tax Record2026$5,178 ($431 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths3Total Finished SqFt3,683 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,883 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt800 SqFtStories1Lot Size139,392 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1971Year Renovated1995ZoningRS180CountyCLAYTONAPN06-003C- A-015

Schools near 8920 Thornton Road

This home is within Clayton County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Suder Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
M. D. Roberts Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Jonesboro High School
Public - 9 to 12
Kay R Pace Elementary School of the Arts
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Suder Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

M. D. Roberts Middle School
Public6 to 8

Jonesboro High School
Public9 to 12

Kay R Pace Elementary School of the Arts
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: 8920 Thornton Road, Jonesboro, GA 30236
$235,000
4
2,883
131,986
8930 Thornton Road, Jonesboro, GA 30236
–
4
3.5
3,045
56,192
8894 Thornton Road, Jonesboro, GA 30236
$125,000
3
1.5
1,684
38,768
8958 Thornton Road, Jonesboro, GA 30236
$415,000
4
2,906
55,756
8880 Thornton Road, Jonesboro, GA 30236
–
3
1.5
2,549
26,136
8933 Thornton Boulevard, Jonesboro, GA 30236
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3
3
2,555
132,858

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