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Rare Hickory Flat Homestead Opportunity on 2.3 Acres! Dreaming of creating your own private estate, hobby farm, or multi-generational retreat? This incredible 2.3-acre property in the heart of highly sought-after Hickory Flat offers the rare chance to build exactly what you've envisioned. Nestled among beautiful rolling hills and towering mature trees, the property provides a peaceful country setting while remaining just minutes from shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences. Located in the coveted Hickory Flat Elementary, Dean Rusk Middle, and Sequoyah High School district, opportunities like this are becoming increasingly difficult to find. The original 1959 home has already been taken down to the studs, saving you the demolition work and leaving a blank canvas ready for your custom renovation. Even better, a hard-to-obtain septic permit is already in hand to expand the property to a 5-bedroom home -a significant head start for the next owner. Beyond the main home, the possibilities continue. A detached garage/workshop with electricity offers the perfect footprint for a future workshop, studio, or potential ADU. A classic barn is ready to be enclosed for horses, goats, chickens, or other farm animals, while an additional outbuilding-once used by the previous owners for home canning-adds another touch of character and endless creative possibilities. Whether your vision includes a family compound, hobby farm, mini homestead, income-producing guest quarters, or simply a private retreat surrounded by nature, this property offers the space and flexibility to bring it to life. An easement along the right property line provides access to the parcel behind, while preserving the beauty and usability of this remarkable piece of land. Properties with this combination of acreage, infrastructure, location, and future potential are exceptionally rare. Bring your builder, your imagination, and your dreams-this is your chance to create something truly special.
GAMLS #10823754
Aug 11, 2026
Listed
$375,000
$346/sq ft
FMLS #7730992
Apr 8, 2026
Sold
$325,000
$300/sq ft
Mar 14, 2026
Pending
—
Mar 8, 2026
Contingent
—
Mar 7, 2026
Listed
$295,000
$272/sq ft
GAMLS #10705592
Apr 8, 2026
Sold
$325,000
$300/sq ft
Mar 8, 2026
Contingent
—
Mar 7, 2026
Listed
$295,000
$272/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 25, 2025
Sold
$225,000
$208/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,577 (+8.8%)
$62,480 + $35,696
$98,176
2024
$2,370 (+0.6%)
$62,480 + $35,696
$98,176
2023
$2,355 (+19.2%)
$51,240 + $39,372
$90,612
2022
$1,975 (+266.3%)
$51,240 + $39,372
$90,612
2021
$539 (+10.3%)
$45,080 + $18,156
$63,236
2020
$489 (+1.9%)
$45,080 + $18,156
$63,236
2019
$479 (−0.9%)
$41,000 + $15,600
$56,600
2018
$484 (−3.2%)
$41,000 + $15,600
$56,600
2017
$499 (+2.1%)
$41,000 + $15,520
$56,520
2016
$489 (+10.6%)
$39,200 + $14,640
$53,840
2014
$442 (+8.0%)
$32,960 + $14,880
$47,840
2013
$409 (−1.7%)
$29,400 + $14,960
$44,360
2012
$416 (−10.2%)
$29,400 + $15,440
$44,840
2011
$463
$36,520 + $17,400
$53,920
2010
$463 (−13.1%)
$41,000 + $17,920
$58,920
2009
$533
$53,480 + $18,800
$72,280
2008
$533
$53,480 + $18,800
$72,280
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
220 ft.
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.31 Acres
Year renovated
1959
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,084
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,084
Year built
1959
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cherokee County
APN
15N27 069
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 13, 2026.
R80
Estate Residential District
The purpose of this district is to permit for sale residential development in those areas that are expected to become more nearly urban in character. The areas involved are generally in transition from agricultural to residential development and are considered appropriate for low density residential development and for sale communities. Limited agricultural uses, such as crop production and animal husbandry, on tracts of five acres or more are also compatible with this district.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Fire house
Police station
Agriculture-Cropland
Park & open space
Oct 26, 2017 • Active
Electrical
Electrical
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
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
14% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
5 unhealthy days expected this year, 8 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Canton, GA • 30115
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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35
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Sun exposure
84/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
7.8 hrs
5.7 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 5825 Vaughn Rd
$360,039
$15K under list price of $375K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $230K to $610K.