Private retreat in highly sought after south end of Lake Lanier, near dam and park on quiet deep water cove with party deck. 2 bedrooms 1 bath, with great rm w/stone wood burning fireplace & kitchen on main. Open floor plan with sunset views of lake through sliding doors overlooking lake. Minutes from I- 85 , restaurants and shopping in Suwanee and Sugar Hill but this quiet wooded setting makes you feel like you are all alone away from it all. Wrap around deck provides space for a covered outdoor barbecue area and bar. Steps lead down to path to dock. Terrace level features a smalll kitchen, with one bedroom and full bath, which has an exterior entry and is cooled by window units. This space has a small patio and also has sunset views of lake. Follow outdoor lights along the quiet woodland trail to the party dock which is located in the deep water end of this quiet, secluded cove. This home sits on almost an acre , offers great potential for renovation or to build your dream home. Great schools and a lakeside lifestyle could make this an ideal home site. Use part of the home as rental property and part as your weekend retreat if you wish.
Single-familyProperty Type
1960Year Built
0.72 acresLot Size
$282Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by JANET DENNIS• About Sales, LLC
Bought with Steven Quintero• HomeSmart
Source:FMLS #6723013
Redfin Estimate
$760,650
$279K since sold in August 2020$15K since August
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This home's estimate is 17.5% higher than the average sale price ($648K) of 6 comparable homes.
Private retreat in highly sought after south end of Lake Lanier, near dam and park on quiet deep water cove with party deck. 2 bedrooms 1 bath, with great rm w/stone wood burning fireplace & kitchen on main. Open floor plan with sunset views of lake through sliding doors overlooking lake. Minutes from I- 85 , restaurants and shopping in Suwanee and Sugar Hill but this quiet wooded setting makes you feel like you are all alone away from it all. Wrap around deck provides space for a covered outdoor barbecue area and bar. Steps lead down to path to dock. Terrace level features a smalll kitchen, with one bedroom and full bath, which has an exterior entry and is cooled by window units. This space has a small patio and also has sunset views of lake. Follow outdoor lights along the quiet woodland trail to the party dock which is located in the deep water end of this quiet, secluded cove. This home sits on almost an acre , offers great potential for renovation or to build your dream home. Great schools and a lakeside lifestyle could make this an ideal home site. Use part of the home as rental property and part as your weekend retreat if you wish.
FMLS #6723013
Aug 31, 2020
Sold
$482,000
$179/sq ft
Aug 9, 2020
Pending
—
Jul 29, 2020
Contingent
—
Jun 23, 2020
Relisted
—
Jun 17, 2020
Contingent
—
Jun 12, 2020
Price Changed
$499,900
$185/sq ft
May 13, 2020
Listed
$515,000
$191/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 15, 2004
Sold
$305,000
$113/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 3, 1988
Sold
$125,000
$46/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,796 (+4.7%)
$100,000 + $194,080
$294,080
2024
$9,354 (−2.4%)
$100,000 + $187,160
$287,160
2023
$9,583 (+0.4%)
$90,000 + $167,320
$257,320
2022
$9,548 (+43.9%)
$90,000 + $167,320
$257,320
2021
$6,635 (+27.4%)
$90,000 + $167,320
$257,320
2020
$5,208 (+3.7%)
$80,000 + $92,000
$172,000
2019
$5,023 (−0.2%)
$80,000 + $51,600
$131,600
2018
$5,032 (−1.4%)
$80,000 + $51,600
$131,600
2017
$5,101 (+0.7%)
$80,000 + $51,840
$131,840
2016
$5,064 (−1.2%)
$80,000 + $51,840
$131,840
2015
$5,125 (+6.0%)
$80,000 + $51,840
$131,840
2014
$4,833
$70,960 + $51,400
$122,360
2013
$4,837 (+5.3%)
$70,960 + $51,400
$122,360
2012
$4,592 (+3.8%)
$70,960 + $51,400
$122,360
2010
$4,426 (+15.1%)
$87,600 + $26,000
$113,600
2009
$3,845
$87,600 + $26,000
$113,600
2008
$3,845
$87,600 + $26,000
$113,600
Tax history for 6536 Garrett Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,796 (+4.7%)
$100,000 + $194,080
$294,080
2024
$9,354 (−2.4%)
$100,000 + $187,160
$287,160
2023
$9,583 (+0.4%)
$90,000 + $167,320
$257,320
2022
$9,548 (+43.9%)
$90,000 + $167,320
$257,320
2021
$6,635 (+27.4%)
$90,000 + $167,320
$257,320
2020
$5,208 (+3.7%)
$80,000 + $92,000
$172,000
2019
$5,023 (−0.2%)
$80,000 + $51,600
$131,600
2018
$5,032 (−1.4%)
$80,000 + $51,600
$131,600
2017
$5,101 (+0.7%)
$80,000 + $51,840
$131,840
2016
$5,064 (−1.2%)
$80,000 + $51,840
$131,840
2015
$5,125 (+6.0%)
$80,000 + $51,840
$131,840
2014
$4,833
$70,960 + $51,400
$122,360
2013
$4,837 (+5.3%)
$70,960 + $51,400
$122,360
2012
$4,592 (+3.8%)
$70,960 + $51,400
$122,360
2010
$4,426 (+15.1%)
$87,600 + $26,000
$113,600
2009
$3,845
$87,600 + $26,000
$113,600
2008
$3,845
$87,600 + $26,000
$113,600
*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
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.7 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,700
Year built
1960
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Gwinnett County
APN
R7362A007
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
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Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Total Parking: 4
Parking Features: Driveway, Garage, Storage
Open Parking: Yes
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Master Bathroom Features: Tub/Shower Combo
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Bedroom Features: In-Law Floorplan
Interior Features
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Great Room, Masonry
Interior Features: Beamed Ceilings, High Ceilings 9 ft Lower, High Speed Internet
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave, Self Cleaning Oven
Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Vinyl
Room Information
LaundryFeatures: In Hall, Main Level
Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar,Cabinets Stain,Laminate Counters,Second Kitchen,View to Family Room
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch, Rear Porch, Side Porch, Wrap Around
Property Condition: Resale
Dock: Covered, Dock Permit, Party Deck
Other Structures: Garage(s), Shed(s)
Green Energy Efficient: Windows
Lot Information
Waterfront Features: Lake Front
Waterfrontage Length: 78
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Other
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Window Unit(s)
Heating: Central, Forced Air, Propane
Water Source: Public
Electric: 110 Volts, 220 Volts
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Phone Available, Water Available
Location
School Information
Elementary School: White Oak - Gwinnett
Middle Or Junior School: Lanier
High School: Lanier
Location Information
Directions: I-85 N. to Nelson Brogdown Road, then head west , Rt on Sycamore Road, then right on Buford Dam Road, left on Garret Road, house will be on left side. House can't be seen from street. Park anywhere on drive way. Garage is separate barn like building on right side of driveway. .
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: State Road
Gwinnett
Community Information
Community Features: Boating, Fishing, Lake, Near Schools, Near Shopping, Near Trails/Greenway, Park, Playground, Powered Boats Allowed, Restaurant
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,700
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.7 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1960
Year Renovated: —
County: Gwinnett County
APN: R7362A007
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 8, 2026
Around this home
Schools
White Oak Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.4mi
9/10
Lanier Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi
8/10
Lanier High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.0mi
8/10
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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 102° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
13% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Buford, GA • 30518
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in
June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$723,000 – $875,000
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