Nearly 14 magical acres in northwest Marion County, this small tract has it all, pasture area, springs, old growth towering pines and hardwoods along with native azaleas, holly's and dogwoods, a variety of fruit trees, and huge blueberry bushes all centered around a 1200 sq ft quaint 3 bed 2 bath cottage with wrap around front porch, green house, screened grilling shed, concrete block garage, workshop, 2 car carport & pole barn. The trails from the cottage lead throughout the forest & alongside the springs. Deer stands are already in place if you are looking for your own private hunting tract.The park like hardwood forest is not common in this area & is even walkable through most all of the property. Over 840 feet of paved rd frontage & surrounded by large landowners, including 890 ft of frontage on westside with The Nature Conservancy. This is a rare opportunity to own your own rural oasis. Located less than 30 min to Midland Commons, Ft Moore & Columbus,15 min to Buena Vista.
Single-familyProperty Type
1977Year Built
13.98 acresLot Size
$239Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Chris Rogers• BetterHomes & Gardens Historic
Bought with Chris Rogers• BetterHomes & Gardens Historic
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Market trends in 31801, GA
Last updated August 2026
Sale-to-List Price
91.7%
1.7% MoM
Median sale price
$258K
$41K MoM
Avg. days on market
44d
0 days MoM
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Sale history for 897 Buffalo Rd
Date
Event
Price
CBOR #214239
Sep 6, 2024
Sold
$280,000
$233/sq ft
Aug 8, 2024
Pending
—
Aug 4, 2024
Listed
$289,000
$241/sq ft
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Nearly 14 magical acres in northwest Marion County, this small tract has it all, pasture area, clear springs, old growth towering pines and hardwoods along with native azaleas, holly's and dogwoods, a variety of fruit trees, and huge blueberry bushes all centered around a 1200 sq ft quaint 3 bed 2 bath cottage with wrap around front porch, green house, screened grilling shed, concrete block garage, workshop, 2 car carport & pole barn. The trails from the cottage lead throughout the forest & alongside the springs. Deer stands are already in place if you are looking for your own private hunting tract. The park like hardwood forest is not common in this area & is even walkable through most all of the property. Over 840 feet of paved rd frontage & surrounded by large landowners, including 890 ft of frontage on westside with The Nature Conservancy. This is a rare opportunity to own your own rural oasis. Located less than 30 min to Midland Commons, Ft Moore & Columbus, 15 min to Buena Vista.
GAMLS #10351744
Sep 6, 2024
Sold
$280,000
$233/sq ft
Aug 8, 2024
Pending
—
Aug 4, 2024
Listed
$289,000
$241/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$831 (−2.1%)
$29,098 + $37,494
$66,592
2024
$849 (−18.4%)
$11,029 + $33,751
$44,780
2023
$1,041 (+0.2%)
$11,029 + $33,751
$44,780
2022
$1,039 (+0.6%)
$11,029 + $32,520
$43,549
2021
$1,033 (−0.7%)
$11,029 + $32,520
$43,549
2020
$1,040 (+0.3%)
$11,029 + $32,520
$43,549
2019
$1,037
$11,029 + $32,520
$43,549
2018
$1,038
$11,029 + $32,520
$43,549
2017
$1,037 (+21.9%)
$11,029 + $32,520
$43,549
2016
$851 (−0.4%)
$11,962 + $32,520
$44,482
2015
$854
$11,962 + $32,520
$44,482
2014
$854
$11,962 + $32,520
$44,482
Tax history for 897 Buffalo Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$831 (−2.1%)
$29,098 + $37,494
$66,592
2024
$849 (−18.4%)
$11,029 + $33,751
$44,780
2023
$1,041 (+0.2%)
$11,029 + $33,751
$44,780
2022
$1,039 (+0.6%)
$11,029 + $32,520
$43,549
2021
$1,033 (−0.7%)
$11,029 + $32,520
$43,549
2020
$1,040 (+0.3%)
$11,029 + $32,520
$43,549
2019
$1,037
$11,029 + $32,520
$43,549
2018
$1,038
$11,029 + $32,520
$43,549
2017
$1,037 (+21.9%)
$11,029 + $32,520
$43,549
2016
$851 (−0.4%)
$11,962 + $32,520
$44,482
2015
$854
$11,962 + $32,520
$44,482
2014
$854
$11,962 + $32,520
$44,482
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
13.98 Acres
Year renovated
1985
Sq. Ft.
1,200
Year built
1977
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Marion County
APN
32 21A
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Carport
Parking Features: Carport
Interior
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2
Bathrooms Full: 2
Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 3
Main Level Bedrooms: 3
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Heat Pump
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Interior Features
Interior Features: Other
Living Area: 1200
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Public Records
Above Grade Finished Area: 1200
Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Below Grade Finished Area: 0
Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Levels: One
Appliances: Microwave, Oven/Range (Combo)
Laundry Features: Other
Flooring: Laminate
Fireplaces Total: 0
Room Information
Basement: None
Room Types: Other
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Composition
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Property Information
Property Condition: Resale
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Structure Type: House
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 13.979
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Square Feet: 608925.24
Lot Size Acres: 13.979
Lot Size Source: Other
Lot Features: Other
Building Information
Year Built: 1977
Building Area Total: 1200
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Public Records
Financial
Tax Information
Parcel Number: 32 21A
Tax Annual Amount: 1040.64
Tax Year: 2023
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: Other
Location
HOA Information
No
Association Fee Includes: None
School Information
Elementary School: L K Moss Primary
Middle Or Junior School: Marion County
High School: Marion
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 897 Buffalo Road, Box Springs GA 31801
City: Box Springs
County Or Parish: Marion
State Or Province: GA
PostalCode: 31801
Country: US
Subdivision Name: None
Coordinates: -84.58829399999999,32.46294100000001
Directions: From Columbus take US 80E, go past Box Springs and then take GA Hwy 355 then left onto GA Hwy 352, then left onto Buffalo Rd, property is on the left
Community Information
Community Features: None
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,200
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 13.98 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1977
Year Renovated: 1985
County: Marion County
APN: 32 21A
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Photos Count: 48
Listing Information
List Price: 289000
Search Price: 280000
Close Price: 280000
Listing Id: 10351744
Original List Price: 289000
Listing Date Information
On Market Date: 2024-08-04
Close Date: 2024-09-06
Listing Contract Date: 2024-08-04
Purchase Contract Date: 2024-08-06
Off Market Date: 2024-08-06
Around this home
Schools
L. K. Moss Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 12.5mi
3/10
Marion County Middle/High School
Public 6-12 • Assigned • 7.5mi
5/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
5/10 Fire Factor
7% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 106° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
80% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.5 hours in
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