8970 Thornton Road

Sold 7/10/16
Sold 7/10/16
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Last Sold Price
$139,900
3 beds1,768 sqft$79/sqft
8970 Thornton Rd, Jonesboro, GA 30236

Description

This traditional, brick ranch home is nestled on a wooded lot. Enjoy 2 acres of peace and quiet surrounded by mature trees and native wildlife. Enter into a foyer with hardwood floors. Large living room is open concept to the dining area. Living room is spacious with a cozy masonry fireplace. Kitchen has beautiful wood cabinets and built in oven and convection oven. Split bedroom floor plan. Bonus room off the garage, great for mud room or office space. Large laundry room off the hallway leading...This traditional, brick ranch home is nestled on a wooded lot. Enjoy 2 acres of peace and quiet surrounded by mature trees and native wildlife. Enter into a foyer with hardwood floors. Large living room is open concept to the dining area. Living room is spacious with a cozy masonry fireplace. Kitchen has beautiful wood cabinets and built in oven and convection oven. Split bedroom floor plan. Bonus room off the garage, great for mud room or office space. Large laundry room off the hallway leading to the garage. Hall bath has newly glazed tub and master bath has newly glazed vanity. Back garden room has heating and air, large windows for breathtaking views of the serene yard. Property has detached garage and has been recently painted. Home is move-in ready.
LISTING CLOSED: 07/10/2016 04:00 AM

  1. Listed by Patricia Traber • Keller Williams Rlty Atl Part

Property Details for 8970 Thornton Road

Status
Sold
MLS #
8006224
Days on Market
7
Taxes
$676 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
Single Family
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1967
Lot Size
2.00 AC / 87,120 SF
County
Clayton County
Subdivision
None
Style
Brick/Frame, Ranch, Traditional
Fees Include
None
Parking
Garage Door Opener, Carport, Garage, Kitchen Level, Parking Shed

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Median sold price

$162,000

Avg days on market

9

Sale-to-list ratio

95.5%

Jonesboro, GA

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Building Information for 8970 Thornton Road

Stories1Year Built1967Building Size-Lot Size2.00 AC / 87,120 SF

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Property Information for 8970 Thornton Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Area: CLAY
  • Elementary School: Suder
  • ES Bus: Yes
  • High School: Jonesboro
  • High School Bus: Yes
  • Middle School: Roberts
  • Middle School Bus: Yes
  • Amenities: None
  • Security Features: Security System
  • Directions: I75, exit 233, Right on to Highway 54, Turn left on to 138, Straight on to Walt Stephens, Right on to Camp Avenue, Right on to Lake Jodeco Road, Left on to Thornton Road.
  • Lot Description: Level, Private
Taxes and HOA
  • Parcel Number: 06003C A020
Parking
  • Parking Total: 3
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Total Fireplaces: 2
  • BAF Lower: 0
  • BAF Main: 2
  • BAF Upper: 0
  • BAH Lower: 0
  • BAH Main: 0
  • BAH Upper: 0
  • BR Lower: 0
  • BR Main: 3
  • BR Upper: 0
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Living Room, Masonry, Wood Burning Stove
  • Interior: Bookcases, Beamed Ceilings, Pulldown Attic Stairs, Walk-In Closet(s), Master On Main Level
  • Rooms: Foyer, Laundry, Bonus Room, Family Room, Library, Office
  • Laundry Features: In Hall
  • Basement Description: None
  • Appliances: Electric Water Heater, Convection Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Disposal, Ice Maker, Oven (Wall)
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows
Exterior Features
  • Roof Type: Composition
Property
Utilities
  • Cooling: Electric, Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Whole House Fan, Attic Fan
  • Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat, Doors
  • Heating Type: Electric, Central
  • Water/Sewer: Septic Tank
Property and Assessments
  • Tax Year: 2015
  • Stories: One
  • Deed Page: 307
  • Other Sturctures: Outbuilding, Workshop
  • Leased Land: No
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Deed Book: 7374
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished: 1768
  • Foundation Details: Slab
Room Information
Room Information
  • Diningroom Features: Dining Rm/Living Rm Combo

Property History for 8970 Thornton Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 8, 2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #574547576

$139,900

-0.7% / yr

Dec 30, 2003

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #594570321

$152,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/08/2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #574547576

$139,900

-0.7% / yr

12/30/2003

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #594570321

$152,000

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

Public Records for 8970 Thornton Road

Taxable ValueLand$8,000Additions$78,760Total$86,760
Tax Record2025$3,323 ($277 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt1,768 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,768 SqFtStories1Lot Size87,120 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1967ZoningRS180CountyCLAYTONAPN06-003C- A-020Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 8970 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: 8970 Thornton Road, Jonesboro, GA 30236
$139,900
3
1,768
87,120
8958 Thornton Road, Jonesboro, GA 30236
$415,000
4
2,906
55,756
8971 Thornton Boulevard, Jonesboro, GA 30236
$350,000
4
4,548
97,138
8930 Thornton Road, Jonesboro, GA 30236
–
4
3.5
3,045
56,192
8957 Thornton Boulevard, Jonesboro, GA 30236
–
3
4
2,519
69,696
8991 Thornton Boulevard, Jonesboro, GA 30236
$7,500
–
–
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118,919

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