Secluded Cape Cod-style home tucked away on 7.79 acres beneath a beautiful canopy of mature oak trees, offering exceptional privacy with a long driveway and no visibility from the road-a true hidden retreat for nature lovers. This property is well suited for a small homestead, with space for chickens and farm animals, existing chicken coops, a garden area, and mature trees. A tiny rustic cabin adds charm and versatility, ideal for a studio, guest space, or creative retreat. Enjoy outdoor living from the rocking-chair front porch and screened back porch, overlooking peaceful grounds perfect for bird watching. Additional features include koi ponds, a large workshop, and a man-made shaded bird enclosure. Inside, the great room features vaulted ceilings, built-in bookshelves, and a fireplace with a gas log insert. The upstairs open loft includes built-in shelving and functions as a third bedroom, while the secondary bedroom offers two closets. The home also features fresh interior paint, enhancing its move-in-ready appeal. Major updates include a roof and HVAC approximately 4 years old and a new water heater. Move-in ready and full of character, this property offers a rare opportunity to create your own private sanctuary.
Est. $1,569 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 173 Preston Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
GAMLS #10697853
Apr 10, 2026
Sold
$365,000
$232/sq ft
Mar 8, 2026
Pending
—
Feb 24, 2026
Listed
$365,000
$232/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 28, 2024
Sold
$313,000
$199/sq ft
MGMLS #176177
Sep 6, 2024
Sold
$313,000
$199/sq ft
Aug 17, 2024
Contingent
—
Aug 12, 2024
Listed
$324,900
$206/sq ft
+37
Secluded, Cape Cod on 7.79 acres with a canopy of oak trees and special features that any nature enthusiast will appreciate! Bring your chickens & farm animals! There's a garden area, fig & pecan trees. There's a screened back porch & rocking chair front porch. Bird watchers will love the back garden view from the porch. There is a large man-made bird cage for your own pets under the shade trees. Chicken coops for use. An open garden area, a large workshop, Koi ponds & more! There is a rustic cabin where ''Mouth of the South'' was filmed. Nice sized primary suite with a private porch & Koi Pond & built-in hidden safe. The upstairs features a loft with builtin shelves serving as a 3rd bedroom and the other bedroom has two closets. The greatroom features vaulted ceiling, built-in bookshelves & fish tank to enjoy along with gas log insert at fireplace. It's a beautiful, peaceful place to make your own sanctury! The Roof & HVAC are only 3 years old. The water heater is new! It is move in ready & waiting on you!
GAMLS #10356371
Sep 6, 2024
Sold
$313,000
$199/sq ft
Aug 17, 2024
Pending
—
Aug 12, 2024
Listed
$324,900
$206/sq ft
Secluded, Cape Cod on 7.79 acres with a canopy of oak trees and special features that any nature enthusiast will appreciate! Bring your chickens & farm animals! There's a garden area, fig & pecan trees. There's a screened back porch & rocking chair front porch. Bird watchers will love the back garden view from the porch. There is a large man-made bird cage for your own pets under the shade trees. Chicken coops for use. An open garden area, a large workshop, Koi ponds & more! There is a rustic shack where "Mouth of the South" was filmed. Nice sized primary suite with a private porch & Koi Pond & built-in hidden safe. The upstairs features a loft with builtin shelves serving as a 3rd bedroom and the other bedroom has two closets. The greatroom features vaulted ceiling, built-in bookshelves & fish tank to enjoy along with gas log insert at fireplace. It's a beautiful, peaceful place to make your own sanctury! The Roof & HVAC are only 3 years old. The water heater is new! It is move in ready & waiting on you!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,439 (+13.9%)
$28,240 + $60,800
$89,040
2024
$2,141 (+46.1%)
$28,240 + $60,800
$89,040
2023
$1,465 (−21.5%)
$28,240 + $64,280
$92,520
2022
$1,866 (+5.5%)
$28,240 + $54,240
$82,480
2021
$1,769 (+1.8%)
$28,240 + $50,560
$78,800
2020
$1,738 (−2.9%)
$28,240 + $38,960
$67,200
2019
$1,789 (−0.4%)
$28,240 + $37,960
$66,200
2018
$1,797 (−0.4%)
$29,560 + $38,040
$67,600
2017
$1,805 (+0.4%)
$29,560 + $38,040
$67,600
2016
$1,798 (+10.1%)
$29,560 + $38,040
$67,600
2014
$1,633 (+3.6%)
$29,560 + $38,040
$67,600
2013
$1,576
$24,160 + $38,040
$62,200
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7.79 Acres
Year renovated
1996
Sq. Ft.
1,576
Year built
1996
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Peach County
APN
044 013
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 23, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: None
Interior
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2
Bathrooms Full: 2
Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 3
Main Level Bedrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Central
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Interior Features
Interior Features: Bookcases
Living Area: 1576
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Public Records
Above Grade Finished Area: 1576
Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Below Grade Finished Area: 0
Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Levels: Two
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator
Laundry Features: Laundry Closet
Flooring: Other
Fireplaces Total: 0
Room Information
Basement: Crawl Space
Room Types: Other
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Composition
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Property Information
Property Condition: Resale
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Electric On Property YN: Yes
Structure Type: House
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 7.79
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Square Feet: 339332.4
Lot Size Acres: 7.79
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Pasture, Private
Building Information
Year Built: 1996
Building Area Total: 1576
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Public Records
Financial
Tax Information
Parcel Number: 044 013
Tax Annual Amount: 2394.6
Tax Year: 24
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: FHA
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: Electricity Available, High Speed Internet, Propane
Location
HOA Information
No
Association Fee Includes: None
School Information
Elementary School: Byron
Middle Or Junior School: Byron
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 173 Preston Road, Byron GA 31008
City: Byron
County Or Parish: Peach
State Or Province: GA
PostalCode: 31008
Country: US
Subdivision Name: None
Coordinates: -83.801718,32.61823
Directions: GPS takes you perfectly there :) Newell Rd to Preston Rd... Driveway on the left
Community Information
Community Features: None
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,576
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 7.79 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1996
Year Renovated: 1996
County: Peach County
APN: 044 013
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 23, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Photos Count: 22
Listing Information
List Price: 365000
Search Price: 365000
Close Price: 365000
Listing Id: 10697853
Original List Price: 365000
Listing Date Information
On Market Date: 2026-02-25
Close Date: 2026-04-10
Due Diligence Date: 2026-03-11
Listing Contract Date: 2026-02-24
Purchase Contract Date: 2026-03-06
Off Market Date: 2026-03-06
Around this home
Schools
Byron Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 3.7mi
4/10
Byron Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.5mi
7/10
Peach County High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.9mi
3/10
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Climate risks
3/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 10-14% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.46% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 106° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
72% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$334,000 – $404,000
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