Chickamauga 8-acre retreat with hobby farm potential! A peaceful small-farm setting tucked amid mature landscaping, this property offers room to roam, garden, or keep animals, complete with a working koi pond, a large chicken coop, and established trees that provide natural privacy. The seller even hopes the two resident goats, Lucy and Trixie, can remain with the property and continue enjoying their pasture. The 2BR/2BA home features cozy living spaces, two cheerful sunrooms, a screened back porch overlooking the land, and a living room with a gas fireplace flanked by built-in shelving. Solid system updates include a 2019 HVAC and a durable metal roof. Selling as-is, this long-loved home is ready for your vision, whether you're dreaming of a mini-farm, a quiet retreat, or a project with great potential. Includes an older barn (in need of repair or removal) and a 20x20 storage building. Don't miss your chance to experience this special property: peaceful, private, and full of potential!
Single-familyProperty Type
1962Year Built
8 acresLot Size
$145Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Wade Kelley• LPT Realty LLC
Listed by Sandra Battles• LPT Realty LLC
Contact: 4235986828
Bought with Grace Edrington• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices J Douglas Prop.
Chickamauga 8-acre retreat with hobby farm potential! A peaceful small-farm setting tucked amid mature landscaping, this property offers room to roam, garden, or keep animals, complete with a working koi pond, a large chicken coop, and established trees that provide natural privacy. The seller even hopes the two resident goats, Lucy and Trixie, can remain with the property and continue enjoying their pasture. The 2BR/2BA home features cozy living spaces, two cheerful sunrooms, a screened back porch overlooking the land, and a living room with a gas fireplace flanked by built-in shelving. Solid system updates include a 2019 HVAC and a durable metal roof. Selling as-is, this long-loved home is ready for your vision, whether you're dreaming of a mini-farm, a quiet retreat, or a project with great potential. Includes an older barn (in need of repair or removal) and a 20x20 storage building. Don't miss your chance to experience this special property: peaceful, private, and full of potential!
GCAR #1523605
Dec 10, 2025
Sold
$275,000
$156/sq ft
Nov 9, 2025
Pending
—
Nov 7, 2025
Listed
$275,000
$156/sq ft
GAMLS #10639546
Dec 10, 2025
Sold
$275,000
$156/sq ft
Dec 1, 2025
Pending
—
Nov 9, 2025
Contingent
—
Nov 7, 2025
Listed
$275,000
$156/sq ft
Chickamauga 8-acre retreat with hobby farm potential! A peaceful small-farm setting tucked amid mature landscaping, this property offers room to roam, garden, or keep animals, complete with a working koi pond, a large chicken coop, and established trees that provide natural privacy. The seller even hopes the two resident goats, Lucy and Trixie, can remain with the property and continue enjoying their pasture. The 2BR/2BA home features cozy living spaces, two cheerful sunrooms, a screened back porch overlooking the land, and a living room with a gas fireplace flanked by built-in shelving. Solid system updates include a 2019 HVAC and a durable metal roof. Selling as-is, this long-loved home is ready for your vision, whether you're dreaming of a mini-farm, a quiet retreat, or a project with great potential. Includes an older barn (in need of repair or removal) and a 20x20 storage building. Don't miss your chance to experience this special property: peaceful, private, and full of potential!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$538 (−25.1%)
$38,196 + $47,549
$85,745
2024
$719 (+209.9%)
$38,196 + $47,549
$85,745
2022
$232 (−5.0%)
$32,480 + $42,980
$75,460
2021
$244 (−3.2%)
$21,427 + $36,778
$58,205
2020
$252 (−1.7%)
$21,427 + $24,592
$46,019
2019
$257 (−38.6%)
$21,427 + $24,592
$46,019
2018
$418
$21,427 + $24,592
$46,019
2017
$418 (+115.3%)
$21,427 + $24,592
$46,019
2016
$194 (+7.2%)
$21,427 + $24,592
$46,019
2015
$181 (+64.5%)
$15,440 + $21,876
$37,316
2014
$110
$15,440 + $17,705
$33,145
Tax history for 501 Garretts Chapel Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$538 (−25.1%)
$38,196 + $47,549
$85,745
2024
$719 (+209.9%)
$38,196 + $47,549
$85,745
2022
$232 (−5.0%)
$32,480 + $42,980
$75,460
2021
$244 (−3.2%)
$21,427 + $36,778
$58,205
2020
$252 (−1.7%)
$21,427 + $24,592
$46,019
2019
$257 (−38.6%)
$21,427 + $24,592
$46,019
2018
$418
$21,427 + $24,592
$46,019
2017
$418 (+115.3%)
$21,427 + $24,592
$46,019
2016
$194 (+7.2%)
$21,427 + $24,592
$46,019
2015
$181 (+64.5%)
$15,440 + $21,876
$37,316
2014
$110
$15,440 + $17,705
$33,145
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8 Acres
Year renovated
1987
Sq. Ft.
1,762
Year built
1962
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Walker County
APN
0132 001
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 20, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Total: 0
Parking Features: Detached, Driveway, Gravel
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
Room 1 Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Room Features: Eat-in Kitchen
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Family Room
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating Information: Central, Electric
Has Cooling
Cooling Information: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
Appliances: Washer, Refrigerator, Microwave, Electric Range, Dryer, Dishwasher
Flooring: Carpet, Wood, Parquet, Tile
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Other
Roof: Metal
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Screened, Porch
Fencing: Chain Link
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Above Grade Finished Area Source: Assessor
Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Below Grade Finished Area Source: Assessor
Lot Information
Lot Features: Level, Wooded, Other
Lot Size Area: 8
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 8
Lot Size Dimensions: IRR
Lot Size Source: Agent Calculated
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,661
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: Electricity Available, Water Available
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Saddle Ridge Elementary and Middle School
Middle Or Junior High School: Saddle Ridge Elementary and Middle School
High School: LaFayette High School
Location Information
Directions: Battlefield Pkwy. West to Hwy. 27 Bypass, right on Lee and Gordon Mill Rd., which becomes Five Points, stay straight onto Lee Avenue past Gordon Lee High School, right on Garretts Chapel Rd. House on Left. Caution: Use care when turning left into the driveway — there is limited visibility due to a blind hill.
Topography: Level,Wooded,Other
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,762
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 8 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1962
Year Renovated: 1987
County: Walker County
APN: 0132 001
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 20, 2026
Other
Home Information
Living Area: 1762
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Assessor
Building Area Total: 1762
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Assessor
Foundation Details: Block
Year Built Details: Existing
Levels: Three Or More
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Around this home
Schools
Saddle Ridge Elementary And Middle School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 4.2mi
6/10
Lafayette High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 10.2mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
1% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 104° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
13% 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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Historical weather
Chickamauga, GA • 30707
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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37
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in
June and 4.5 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9.1 hrs
4.5 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$243,000 – $294,000
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