Here at 1226 Cricket Road on Lake Martin experience lakefront living with this 1,662 (est. per appraiser), 3 bed, 2.5 bath home offering a dock that is 1,507 sq ft and approx. 310 feet of shoreline with a new Concrete seawall. Nearly every room features gorgeous lake views, and the 60+ ft covered wraparound porch provides the perfect spot to relax in the shade beneath extensive tree coverage. Enjoy crushed rock paths leading to multiple seating areas, firepits, a white sand beach, and a boathouse (2021) with premium composite decking, 2 covered slips with 8,000 lb Hi-Tide lifts, a 12x16 floating platform, and 4x12 enclosed storage. Cantina lighting creates an awe-inspiring scene for evening entertaining. Inside, find custom lighting and cabinetry, with updates including roof (2023), HVAC (2024), hot water heater (2025), and gravel driveway (2024). Extensive parking for boats, cars or RV!
Single-familyProperty Type
1980Year Built
1.19 acresLot Size
$716Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Jeremy Miller• Local Realty
Bought with MLS Non-member Company• Birmingham Non-Member Office
NOTHING ELSE LIKE IT on Lake Martin. Huge 180 degree panoramic views of Smith Mountain Tower. BIG water views without the big boat traffic. The property has a fantastic beach area perfect for launching your paddle boards and kayaks. You will love the deep water floating boat house for an extended boating season. Conveniently located near restaurants and shops on County Road 34 with the peace and quiet of Sandy Creek water. There are so many beautiful and thoughtful details in this home that you truly have to see it for yourself. The artistry and craftmanship in the home make it a one of a kind. Furniture, décor and art can be purchased (excluding a few sentimental pieces). Don't let this one pass you by, make your appointment today!
Public Records
Nov 29, 2012
Sold
$330,000
$199/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,530 (+1.3%)
2024
$1,511
2023
$1,511 (+1.9%)
2022
$1,482 (+2.2%)
2021
$1,450 (+49.3%)
2020
$971
$18,560 + $13,800
$32,360
2019
$971
$18,560 + $13,800
$32,360
2018
$971
$18,560 + $13,800
$32,360
2017
$971 (+5.8%)
$18,560 + $13,800
$32,360
2016
$918 (+4.0%)
$18,560 + $13,800
$32,360
2015
$883
$18,560 + $10,900
$29,460
2014
$884 (+2.2%)
$18,560 + $10,900
$29,460
2013
$865
$18,560 + $10,300
$28,860
Tax history for 1226 Cricket Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,530 (+1.3%)
2024
$1,511
2023
$1,511 (+1.9%)
2022
$1,482 (+2.2%)
2021
$1,450 (+49.3%)
2020
$971
$18,560 + $13,800
$32,360
2019
$971
$18,560 + $13,800
$32,360
2018
$971
$18,560 + $13,800
$32,360
2017
$971 (+5.8%)
$18,560 + $13,800
$32,360
2016
$918 (+4.0%)
$18,560 + $13,800
$32,360
2015
$883
$18,560 + $10,900
$29,460
2014
$884 (+2.2%)
$18,560 + $10,900
$29,460
2013
$865
$18,560 + $10,300
$28,860
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Exterior Features: Boat House Private, Dock Private, Grill, Porch
Waterfront: Yes
Waterfront Name: LAKE MARTIN
Waterfront Footage: 310
Pool: No
Patio: No
Log Home: No
Foundation: Crawl Space
Garden/Patio: No
Decks: Yes
Deck Type: Covered, Open
Property Information
Parcel ID: 621505220001002014
Sq.Ft. Source: Per Seller
Historic Register: No
Construction: Siding-Wood
Lot Information
Flood Plain: No
Lot View: Yes
Lake/Water View
Lot Description: Acreage, Heavy Treed Lot, Irregular Lot, Some Trees
Land Information
# of Acres: 1.19
Subdivision Information
Subdivision (automatch): SANDY CREEK
Financial
Tax Information
Tax District: COUNTY
Utilities
Utility Information
Energy Green Features: Ceiling Fans
Has Internet Service Availability
Water Heater: Electric (WTRHTR)
Water Information: Public Water
Sewer/Septic: Septic
Location
Other Fees
Garbage Fee
Garbage Fee Amount: $45
Garbage Fee: Quarterly
School Information
DADEVILLE
Elementary School: DADEVILLE
Jr/Middle: DADEVILLE
High School: DADEVILLE
Location Details
Property Access: Paved Road, Public Road
Minor Subdivision: SANDY CREEK
Driving Directions: Take I-65 S to US-280 E in Birmingham. Continue on US-280 E for approximately 70 miles. Turn right onto AL-49 S in Dadeville. After about 1.5 miles, turn left onto Cricket Road. Continue for 1.2 miles; 1226 Cricket Road will be on your right.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,725
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.19 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1980
Year Renovated: —
County: Tallapoosa County
APN: 15-05-22-0-001-0020140
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
Other
Listing Information
LVT Date: 2025-05-22
Price Per SQFT: 708.18
Around this home
Schools
Dadeville Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 5.6mi
6/10
Dadeville High School
Public 6-12 • Assigned • 5.5mi
4/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 106° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
65% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$1.13M – $1.37M
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