Off Market Jan 2025 for $305K

$325,519

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,084/mo

•

1,152

sq ft

5588 Lakeshore Rd, Buford, GA 30518

About this home

Welcome to 5588 Lakeshore Road, Buford, GA! This charming 3 bedroom 2 bath log cabin home offers great potential and is perfect for those looking to put their personal touch on a property. Nestled in a serene-wood setting, the home features rustic log cabin appeal with a cozy, inviting atmosphere. While it could use a little work, the possibilities are endless for creating a beautiful lakeside retreat or year-round residence. With its unique character, generous space, and peaceful location, this home offers incredible potential for the right buyer. Don’t miss out on the chance to transform this gem into your dream cabin that is close to everything! Well-kept cabin on a unfinished basement. Desirable area just off Buford Dam Rd. All new appliances and floor covering. Big front porch to relax on and HUGE screened-in porch for enjoying those milder months. Fireplace for those colder times when a nice fire is just right. The lot itself is incredible! Don't miss this opportunity!

Single-familyProperty Type

1998Year Built

0.76 acresLot Size

$283Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

4 spacesParking

Listed by MARK SPAIN • Mark Spain Real Estate

Listed by Terina Sorrell • Mark Spain Real Estate

Bought with NON-MLS NMLS • Non FMLS Member

Source:FMLS #7503935

Redfin Estimate

$325,519

$21K since sold in January 2025$5,000 since August

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This home's estimate is 22.5% lower than the average sale price ($420K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 27, 2026
$360,000
A
3 beds2 baths1,809 sq ft
5607 Frontier Walk Ln, Buford, GA 30518
SOLD MAY 12, 2026
$455,000
B
3 beds2 baths1,500 sq ft
5775 Enchantress Ln, Buford, GA 30518
SOLD JUL 15, 2026
$340,000
C
3 beds2 baths1,218 sq ft
5934 Lake Lanier Heights Rd, Buford, GA 30518
SOLD AUG 7, 2026
$425,000
D
3 beds2 baths4,090 sq ft
5580 Dusty Ridge Trl, Buford, GA 30518
SOLD MAY 15, 2026
$425,000
E
4 beds3.5 baths2,533 sq ft
5602 Ivy Green Dr, Buford, GA 30518
SOLD JUN 5, 2026
$515,000
F
3 beds2.5 baths2,520 sq ft
5910 Lake Windsor Pkwy, Buford, GA 30518

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Market trends in 30518, GA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Balanced market

Sale-to-List Price

98.2%

+0.2% MoM

Median sale price

$495K

$20K MoM

Avg. days on market

47d

3 days MoM

Recently sold homes

188

33 MoM

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COMING SOON
$475,000
4 beds2.5 baths2,456 sq ft
5247 Blossom Brook Dr, Sugar Hill, GA 30518
COMING SOON
$350,000
3 beds2 baths1,499 sq ft
1215 Hillcrest Glenn Cir, Sugar Hill, GA 30518
$1,950,000
5 beds3.5 baths7,135 sq ft
2218 Shoal Creek Rd, Buford, GA 30518
NEW 21 HRS AGO
$520,000
5 beds3.5 baths3,260 sq ft
6108 Pierless Ave, Sugar Hill, GA 30518
COMING SOON
$850,000
5 beds5 baths4,615 sq ft
6069 Grand Loop Rd, Sugar Hill, GA 30518
COMING SOON
$545,000
5 beds3.5 baths2,600 sq ft
5532 Snowy Orchid Dr, Sugar Hill, GA 30518
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4 beds2.5 baths3,478 sq ft
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3 beds4 baths3,046 sq ft
1854 Buford Dam Rd, Buford, GA 30518
3D WALKTHROUGH
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Sale history for 5588 Lakeshore Rd

Date

Event

Price

FMLS #7503935

Jan 28, 2025

Sold

$305,000

$265/sq ft

Jan 8, 2025

Pending

—

Jan 8, 2025

Contingent

—

Jan 4, 2025

Listed

$299,900

$260/sq ft

GAMLS #10434683

Jan 28, 2025

Sold

$305,000

$265/sq ft

Jan 8, 2025

Pending

—

Jan 4, 2025

Listed

$299,900

$260/sq ft

Welcome to 5588 Lakeshore Road, Buford, GA! This charming 3 bedroom 2 bath log cabin home offers great potential and is perfect for those looking to put their personal touch on a property. Nestled in a serene-wood setting, the home features rustic log cabin appeal with a cozy, inviting atmosphere. While it could use a little work, the possibilities are endless for creating a beautiful lakeside retreat or year-round residence. With its unique character, generous space, and peaceful location, this home offers incredible potential for the right buyer. DonCOt miss out on the chance to transform this gem into your dream cabin that is close to everything! Well-kept cabin on a unfinished basement. Desirable area just off Buford Dam Rd. All new appliances and floor covering. Big front porch to relax on and HUGE screened-in porch for enjoying those milder months. Fireplace for those colder times when a nice fire is just right. The lot itself is incredible! Don't miss this opportunity!

Public Records

Nov 17, 2015

Sold

$129,000

$112/sq ft

FMLS #5590097

Nov 30, 2015

Price Changed

$129,000

$112/sq ft

Nov 5, 2015

Sold

$129,000

$112/sq ft

Nov 5, 2015

Price Changed

$139,900

$121/sq ft

Oct 2, 2015

Contingent

—

Sep 22, 2015

Price Changed

$139,900

$121/sq ft

Sep 1, 2015

Listed

$149,900

$130/sq ft

GAMLS #7514735

Dec 9, 2015

Price Changed

$129,000

$112/sq ft

Nov 5, 2015

Sold

$129,000

$112/sq ft

Oct 2, 2015

Pending

—

Sep 28, 2015

Price Changed

$139,900

$121/sq ft

Sep 22, 2015

Price Changed

$139,900

$121/sq ft

Aug 30, 2015

Listed

$149,900

$130/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$2,626 (−1.2%)

$17,160 + $96,920

$114,080

2024

$2,659 (+14.5%)

$17,160 + $96,920

$114,080

2023

$2,323 (+1.2%)

$17,160 + $93,280

$110,440

2022

$2,294 (+6.7%)

$17,160 + $91,720

$108,880

2021

$2,151 (+12.8%)

$17,160 + $71,040

$88,200

2020

$1,906 (+15.5%)

$18,640 + $62,520

$81,160

2019

$1,650 (+10.4%)

$10,440 + $49,400

$59,840

2018

$1,495 (+11.7%)

$10,440 + $42,000

$52,440

2017

$1,338 (+4.6%)

$10,440 + $36,910

$47,350

2016

$1,279 (+186.1%)

$10,440 + $36,910

$47,350

2014

$447 (−2.5%)

$9,440 + $36,910

$46,350

2013

$459 (+7.8%)

$9,440 + $36,910

$46,350

2012

$425 (+7.9%)

$9,440 + $36,910

$46,350

2010

$394

$9,440 + $36,910

$46,350

2009

$394 (−58.0%)

$9,440 + $36,910

$46,350

2008

$938

$9,440 + $36,910

$46,350

Tax history for 5588 Lakeshore Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$2,626 (−1.2%)

$17,160 + $96,920

$114,080

2024

$2,659 (+14.5%)

$17,160 + $96,920

$114,080

2023

$2,323 (+1.2%)

$17,160 + $93,280

$110,440

2022

$2,294 (+6.7%)

$17,160 + $91,720

$108,880

2021

$2,151 (+12.8%)

$17,160 + $71,040

$88,200

2020

$1,906 (+15.5%)

$18,640 + $62,520

$81,160

2019

$1,650 (+10.4%)

$10,440 + $49,400

$59,840

2018

$1,495 (+11.7%)

$10,440 + $42,000

$52,440

2017

$1,338 (+4.6%)

$10,440 + $36,910

$47,350

2016

$1,279 (+186.1%)

$10,440 + $36,910

$47,350

2014

$447 (−2.5%)

$9,440 + $36,910

$46,350

2013

$459 (+7.8%)

$9,440 + $36,910

$46,350

2012

$425 (+7.9%)

$9,440 + $36,910

$46,350

2010

$394

$9,440 + $36,910

$46,350

2009

$394 (−58.0%)

$9,440 + $36,910

$46,350

2008

$938

$9,440 + $36,910

$46,350

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Public record
Zoning

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

100 ft.

Lot depth

330 ft.

Lot size

0.76 Acres

Year renovated

2005

Sq. Ft.

1,152

Year built

1985

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Hall County

APN

07328 002009B

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Aug 19, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
# of Total Parking: 4
Parking Features: Driveway, Level Driveway
Open Parking: Yes

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Master Bathroom Features: Other

Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 1
Bedroom Features: Other

Interior Features
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning Stove
Interior Features: Beamed Ceilings
Window Features: Skylight(s)
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Other
Flooring: Other

Room Information
LaundryFeatures: Upper Level
Kitchen Features: View to Family Room,Other
Dining Room Features: Open Concept
Room Type: Other
Basement: Boat Door, Full, Unfinished

Exterior

Property Information
Levels: Two
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,152
Below Grade Unfinished Area: 672
Construction Materials: Frame
Exterior Features: Other
Roof: Composition, Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Screened
Property Condition: Resale

Lot Information
TaxLegalDescription: 5588 LAKESHORE ROAD

Financial

Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Cash

Utilities

Utility Information
Cooling: Central Air
Heating: Electric, Forced Air
Water Source: Public
Electric: Other
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: Other

Location

School Information
Elementary School: Friendship
Middle Or Junior School: C.W. Davis
High School: Flowery Branch

Location Information
Directions: 85 N to 985 N to Exit 4, left on GA 20, Right on P'Tree Industrial. .Left on Waterworks, Left on Coles Mill, Cross Buford Dam to Lakeshore, (R)
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Other

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,152
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.76 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1985
Year Renovated: 2005
County: Hall County
APN: 07328 002009B

Home facts updated by county records on Aug 19, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Friendship Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 3.4mi

6/10

C. W. Davis Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 6.4mi

6/10

Flowery Branch High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.2mi

7/10

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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

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

5/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 103° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years

4/10 Wind Factor

12% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

4/10 Air Factor

6 unhealthy days expected this year, 7 days in 30 years

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Buford, GA • 30518

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Estimated sale price

$310,000 – $375,000

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Home values near 5588 Lakeshore Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
5629 Lakeshore Road, Buford, GA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1742 Sq. Ft.	$426,418
5548 Lakeshore Road, Buford, GA 7 Beds \| 6 Baths \| 6311 Sq. Ft.	$1,151,407

Address	Redfin Estimate
5619 Lakeshore Road, Buford, GA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1623 Sq. Ft.	$428,586
5632 Lakeshore Road, Buford, GA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2309 Sq. Ft.	$399,530

Address	Redfin Estimate
5642 Lakeshore Road, Buford, GA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2597 Sq. Ft.	$410,055
5558 Lakeshore Road, Buford, GA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1966 Sq. Ft.	$364,351

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