Nestled in a beautiful gated community, this 1-bedroom, 1-bath lake cottage combines cozy comfort with rustic character. Surrounded by serene natural beauty, private boat dock, upper deck and a peaceful swing in the sunroom—perfect for savoring sunsets and spotting deer, birds, and other local wildlife. An ideal escape for quiet lakefront living or relaxing weekend getaways. Located on picturesque Lake Rico and just minutes from Serenbe, this property offers a unique opportunity to join a one-of-a-kind neighborhood. The Rico Corporation owns the land; purchases are cash only (no mortgages), and buyers become stockholders in the corporation with a separate $10,000 buy-in, receiving a 99-year lease on the property paid in two parts $1900 per year. Prospective buyers should review all Rico Corporation documents, and lease terms prior to scheduling a showing. Due to community regulations, Weissman Law is the preferred attorney for all transactions.
Single-familyProperty Type
1960Year Built
10,001 sq ftLot Size
$193Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Susanna Powell• Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby's International
Listed by Evan McKinney• Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby's International
Bought with Randi Greene• Keller Williams Realty Atl Partners
Source:FMLS #7633439
Redfin Estimate
$202,988
$23K since sold in October 2025$7,000 since July
Recently sold homes
Estimate history
Homes for sale
This home's estimate is 52.3% lower than the average sale price ($426K) of 6 comparable homes.
Completely renovated in 2023, this cozy 2-bedroom, 1-bath lake cottage offers modern comfort with timeless charm. Surrounded by nature, you'll enjoy an outdoor shower, private boat dock, upper firepit area, and a peaceful swing by the water. Watch deer, birds, and other local wildlife from your porch—perfect for tranquil lakefront living or weekend escapes.This Gorgeous Lake Rico Home is located in a gated community in Beautiful Chattahoochee Hills close to Serenbe. Rico Corporation owns the land, no mortgages allowed by corporation, cash only, lessor becomes a stockholder in the corporation. $10,000 corporate stockholder buy-in required to become part of this community. Be sure to read all documents pertaining to the Rico Corporation, community disclosure, and 99-year lease prior to showing. Weissman Law is preferred attorney due to Corporation rules/regulations. House #22
RENT. #1
Feb 18, 2022
Price Changed
$2,020
$2/sq ft
FMLS #6921651
Nov 12, 2021
Sold
$167,500
$159/sq ft
Oct 27, 2021
Pending
—
Oct 22, 2021
Price Changed
$175,000
$166/sq ft
Oct 22, 2021
Relisted
—
Oct 11, 2021
Contingent
—
Sep 14, 2021
Price Changed
$200,000
$190/sq ft
Sep 6, 2021
Relisted
—
Aug 22, 2021
Pending
—
Aug 11, 2021
Price Changed
$220,000
$209/sq ft
Aug 11, 2021
Relisted
—
Jul 29, 2021
Pending
—
Jul 28, 2021
Listed
$239,900
$228/sq ft
It's your chance to be a part of a private lake community. This 2 bed 1.5 bath cottage is adorable & offers plenty of storage w/2 detached garages w/power along with a 2 car carport attached. You'll find new carpet throughout. Enjoy the views of the gorgeous lake from the screened in porch. You can have your own personal dock built. Laundry hook-ups are located in the full bathroom across from the kitchen. Property is a lease-hold property with shares hold in stock in the Rico Corp.CASH SALE ONLY
FMLS #6031739
Jan 16, 2019
Sold
$112,000
$106/sq ft
Nov 7, 2018
Contingent
—
Oct 14, 2018
Pending
—
Oct 5, 2018
Contingent
—
Sep 25, 2018
Relisted
—
Sep 25, 2018
Listing Removed
—
Jun 22, 2018
Listed
$119,900
$114/sq ft
GAMLS #8403854
Jan 16, 2019
Sold
$112,000
$106/sq ft
Oct 5, 2018
Pending
—
Sep 25, 2018
Relisted
—
Sep 25, 2018
Listing Removed
—
Jun 22, 2018
Listed
$119,900
$114/sq ft
FMLS #5747899
Nov 4, 2016
Contingent
—
Nov 3, 2016
Sold
$154,900
$147/sq ft
Sep 21, 2016
Pending
—
Sep 15, 2016
Listed
$159,000
$151/sq ft
GAMLS #7351368
Dec 19, 2014
Price Changed
$277,500
$264/sq ft
Dec 4, 2014
Sold
$277,500
$264/sq ft
Oct 27, 2014
Pending
—
Oct 27, 2014
Price Changed
$285,000
$271/sq ft
Oct 15, 2014
Listed
$285,000
$271/sq ft
FMLS #5356010
Dec 18, 2014
Price Changed
$277,500
$264/sq ft
Dec 5, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Dec 4, 2014
Price Changed
$285,000
$271/sq ft
Dec 4, 2014
Sold
$277,500
$264/sq ft
Nov 6, 2014
Pending
—
Oct 27, 2014
Contingent
—
Oct 15, 2014
Listed
$285,000
$271/sq ft
GAMLS #3180222
Aug 1, 2012
Listing Removed
—
Jan 29, 2012
Listed
$179,000
$170/sq ft
FMLS #4235857
Dec 22, 2011
Listing Removed
—
Dec 21, 2011
Sold
$70,000
$66/sq ft
Nov 30, 2011
Pending
—
Nov 17, 2011
Price Changed
$125,000
$119/sq ft
Jun 13, 2011
Listed
$149,900
$142/sq ft
FMLS #4046583
Jun 4, 2010
Listing Removed
—
Jun 3, 2010
Sold
$255,000
$242/sq ft
May 1, 2010
Contingent
—
Apr 1, 2010
Listed
$275,000
$261/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,274 (−0.1%)
$37,120
2024
$1,275 (−2.5%)
$37,160
2023
$1,308 (−0.3%)
$37,160
2022
$1,312 (−0.6%)
$37,160
2021
$1,320 (−2.1%)
$36,080
2020
$1,348 (+1.5%)
$35,680
2019
$1,329 (+1.5%)
$35,040
2018
$1,309 (+42,395.8%)
$35,040
2017
$3
$34,240
2016
$3 (+2.7%)
$22,320
2015
$3
$22,320
2014
$3 (−9.9%)
$22,320
2012
$3 (+187.1%)
$22,320
2011
$1
$22,320
2010
$18,640
2009
$18,640
2008
$18,640
Tax history for 7650 Rico Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,274 (−0.1%)
$37,120
2024
$1,275 (−2.5%)
$37,160
2023
$1,308 (−0.3%)
$37,160
2022
$1,312 (−0.6%)
$37,160
2021
$1,320 (−2.1%)
$36,080
2020
$1,348 (+1.5%)
$35,680
2019
$1,329 (+1.5%)
$35,040
2018
$1,309 (+42,395.8%)
$35,040
2017
$3
$34,240
2016
$3 (+2.7%)
$22,320
2015
$3
$22,320
2014
$3 (−9.9%)
$22,320
2012
$3 (+187.1%)
$22,320
2011
$1
$22,320
2010
$18,640
2009
$18,640
2008
$18,640
*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
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
10,000 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1990
Sq. Ft.
1,196
Year built
1970
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Fulton County
APN
08 170000730212
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 15, 2026.
RL
Rural District
The RL, Rural District is intended primarily for lower density agricultural and single-family residential uses with individual lot sewage systems. This district is designed to stabilize and protect the rural and residential characteristics of the city and to encourage single-family uses on larger lots.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Greenhouse / nursery
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Office
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Total Parking: 2
Parking Features: Driveway
Open Parking: Yes
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Master Bathroom Features: Tub/Shower Combo
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 1
Bedroom Features: Master on Main,Oversized Master
Interior Features
Interior Features: Other
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
LaundryFeatures: Main Level
Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar,Solid Surface Counters,View to Family Room
Dining Room Features: Great Room,Open Concept
Room Type: Sun Room
Basement: Crawl Space
Exterior
Property Information
Levels: One
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,053
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Exterior Features: Other
Roof: Shingle
Fencing: Back Yard
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Property Condition: Resale
Foundation Details: Block
Dock: Dock
Other Structures: Boat House
Lot Information
Waterfront Features: Lake Front
Waterfrontage Length: 140
TaxLegalDescription: see attached
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Cash
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Central Air
Heating: Central
Water Source: Well
Electric: 110 Volts
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: Electricity Available, Other
Location
HOA Information
Association Fee2 Frequency: Annually
School Information
Elementary School: Palmetto
Middle Or Junior School: Bear Creek - Fulton
High School: Creekside
Location Information
Directions: Use GPS to 7650 Rico Rd. Enter gate code go right at fork 1/4 way around lake on right hand side . Numbers go down.
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Road Frontage Type: Private Road
Community Information
Community Features: Park
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,196
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 10,000 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1970
Year Renovated: 1990
County: Fulton County
APN: 08 170000730212
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 15, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Palmetto Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 5.2mi
6/10
Bear Creek Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 7.5mi
5/10
Creekside High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 7.4mi
3/10
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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
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 104° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Chattahoochee Hills, GA • 30268
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.4 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$193,000 – $234,000
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