Welcome to 542 Old Lafayette Rd! This charming 4 bed 2.5 Bath home with 1 1/2 +/- is tucked away perfectly in Chickamauga, Ga. You will find yourself with plenty of space for gardening and playing in the yard while also fishing the stocked pond while patiently waiting for the scheduled passenger locomotive to come by on the rail tracks. As you walk through the front door prepare yourself to be awe-struck form the large open concept living and dinning area that has so much to offer from, Cathedral ceilings, Hickory flooring , floor to ceiling Hickory fireplace, rounded sheetrock corners and double insulated walls. The Gazebo styled area provides seating for all of your entertainment needs, along with the Large Island in the kitchen area that is surrounded by large beautiful cabinetry and granite counter tops. The main level of this home also boasts two Master Bedrooms with walk-in closets and walk-in showers. As you make your way down stairs to the heated and cooled basement you will see a large game room/man cave area along with 2 more bedrooms and another large room for storage. There is also another room that is unfinished with plumbing and electrical readily available to add a kitchen and bathroom to make a full living quarters down stairs. This home has so much to offer being less than 20 minutes from Chattanooga, and 10 minutes from Lafayette.
Single-familyProperty Type
1992Year Built
1.41 acresLot Size
$107Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Wesley Bethune• BHHS Southern Routes Realty
Welcome to 542 Old Lafayette Rd! This charming 4 bed 2.5 Bath home with 1 1/2 +/- is tucked away perfectly in Chickamauga, Ga. You will find yourself with plenty of space for gardening and playing in the yard while also fishing the stocked pond while patiently waiting for the scheduled passenger locomotive to come by on the rail tracks. As you walk through the front door prepare yourself to be awe-struck form the large open concept living and dinning area that has so much to offer from, Cathedral ceilings, Hickory flooring , floor to ceiling Hickory fireplace, rounded sheetrock corners and double insulated walls. The Gazebo styled area provides seating for all of your entertainment needs, along with the Large Island in the kitchen area that is surrounded by large beautiful cabinetry and granite counter tops. The main level of this home also boasts two Master Bedrooms with walk-in closets and walk-in showers. As you make your way down stairs to the heated and cooled basement you will see a large game room/man cave area along with 2 more bedrooms and another large room for storage. There is also another room that is unfinished with plumbing and electrical readily available to add a kitchen and bathroom to make a full living quarters down stairs. This home has so much to offer being less than 20 minutes from Chattanooga, and 10 minutes from Lafayette.
GCAR #2
Feb 3, 2023
Price Changed
$397,900
$86/sq ft
Dec 13, 2022
Price Changed
$404,900
$87/sq ft
Nov 7, 2022
Price Changed
$407,000
$88/sq ft
Oct 12, 2022
Price Changed
$415,000
$90/sq ft
Sep 7, 2022
Price Changed
$424,900
$92/sq ft
Aug 18, 2022
Price Changed
$439,900
$95/sq ft
Jul 27, 2022
Price Changed
$449,900
$97/sq ft
GCAR #1
May 24, 2022
Price Changed
$450,000
$97/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 26, 2009
Sold
$107,500
$23/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 2, 2008
Sold
$60,000
$13/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,844 (+8.0%)
$10,306 + $169,112
$179,418
2024
$3,558 (+76.8%)
$10,306 + $169,112
$179,418
2023
$2,012 (−7.3%)
$19,384 + $139,416
$158,800
2022
$2,170 (+8.8%)
$7,571 + $99,834
$107,405
2021
$1,995 (+17.7%)
$6,323 + $85,092
$91,415
2020
$1,695 (+4.1%)
$6,323 + $56,161
$62,484
2019
$1,628 (−9.4%)
$6,323 + $52,611
$58,934
2018
$1,797 (−7.8%)
$6,323 + $52,611
$58,934
2017
$1,949 (+28.0%)
$6,323 + $52,611
$58,934
2016
$1,523 (+0.5%)
$6,323 + $52,611
$58,934
2015
$1,515 (+8.3%)
$6,407 + $48,779
$55,186
2014
$1,399
$6,407 + $48,471
$54,878
Tax history for 542 Old Lafayette Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,844 (+8.0%)
$10,306 + $169,112
$179,418
2024
$3,558 (+76.8%)
$10,306 + $169,112
$179,418
2023
$2,012 (−7.3%)
$19,384 + $139,416
$158,800
2022
$2,170 (+8.8%)
$7,571 + $99,834
$107,405
2021
$1,995 (+17.7%)
$6,323 + $85,092
$91,415
2020
$1,695 (+4.1%)
$6,323 + $56,161
$62,484
2019
$1,628 (−9.4%)
$6,323 + $52,611
$58,934
2018
$1,797 (−7.8%)
$6,323 + $52,611
$58,934
2017
$1,949 (+28.0%)
$6,323 + $52,611
$58,934
2016
$1,523 (+0.5%)
$6,323 + $52,611
$58,934
2015
$1,515 (+8.3%)
$6,407 + $48,779
$55,186
2014
$1,399
$6,407 + $48,471
$54,878
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.46 Acres
Year renovated
2009
Sq. Ft.
4,629
Year built
1992
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Walker County
APN
0316 023A
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
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 4
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
# of Half Baths (Total): 1
Room 1 Information
Room Type: Master Bathroom
Room Features: Double Vanity
Room 2 Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Room Features: Pantry
Room 3 Information
Room Type: Other Room
Room Features: Utility Room
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Basement Information
Basement Features: Partial, Finished
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Great Room
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating Information: Central, Electric
Has Cooling
Cooling Information: Central Air, Electric
Interior Features
Interior Features: High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Walk-in Closet(s)
Appliances: Refrigerator, Electric Range, Dishwasher, Oven
Flooring: Wood, Tile
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Roof: Metal
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Porch
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Above Grade Finished Area: 2,379
Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Above Grade Finished Area Source: Owner
Below Grade Finished Area: 2,250
Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Below Grade Finished Area Source: Owner
Lot Information
Lot Features: Level
Lot Size Area: 1.41
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 1.41
Lot Size Dimensions: 1.41 +/- Acres
Lot Size Source: Agent Calculated
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,964
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: From Hwy 27 south turn right onto farming rock rd. Home will be on right. Owner will need at least 4 weeks to close.
Topography: Level
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 4,629
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.46 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1992
Year Renovated: 2009
County: Walker County
APN: 0316 023A
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 20, 2026
Other
Green Information
Green Energy Efficient: Windows
Home Information
Living Area: 4629
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Owner
Building Area Total: 4629
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Owner
Foundation Details: Block
Year Built Details: Existing
Levels: Two
Around this home
Schools
Saddle Ridge Elementary And Middle School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.9mi
6/10
Lafayette High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 8.9mi
6/10
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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
4/10 Fire Factor
1% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 104° expected this year, 20 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
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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
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Estimated sale price
$473,000 – $572,000
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