Welcome to The River House. I dare you to find a more spectacular mountain retreat. This newly remodeled three bedroom, two bath masterpiece sits on a knoll bordered by a rushing river on two sides of the property. Over 600 feet of rushing river surrounds this spectacular property. The home recently underwent a total update inside and out! All you need to do is bring your desire to relax, and a raft or a kayak, because your future neighbors came by and told me all about their joy of tubing and kayaking this rushing stream! Just beyond the detached storage shed you'll find a picnic area, with a sand bar and a swimming hole. If you prefer to fish, bring your pole! You can watch the sunrise on the back patio through the trees, and then watch it set on the front porch in the afternoons as you overlook the stream and enjoy the warmth of sun as it sets each evening. Back yard boast a great deck area, and huge custom rock patio with a fire pit. New roof, new HVAC, new paint, New deck, new vanities, new sinks, new faucets, new fireplace, new landscape lighting, all new LED light fixtures.....did I say new?? You are only a few minutes to Kingwood Golf resort, and a short approximate 3 mile drive to downtown Clayton. Start the fall season out right, and that's with you being right here enjoying this spectacular setting, and all the amenities it has to offer!
CALLING ALL INVESTORS!!! Cash or conventional financing only! 13.42 acres on Stekoa Creek in Clayton. Approximately 1/4 mile to Kingwood Resort and 3 miles to town. 1/2 acre around house is cleared for a yard; the rest of the property is wooded. Creek flows across the front of the property and part of the back. House needs some work. Original owner, built in 1997. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, screened-in porch across front and covered deck in back. Paved courtyard in back. Kitchen is updated. 24-hour notice for all showings.
Public Records
Mar 1, 1980
Sold
$21,000
$13/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$55 (−98.0%)
$54,633
2024
$2,733 (−1.2%)
$54,633
2023
$2,766 (+61.5%)
$60,348 + $111,945
$172,293
2022
$1,713 (+10.4%)
$56,686 + $100,154
$156,840
2021
$1,551 (+2.4%)
$37,200 + $56,369
$93,569
2020
$1,515 (−0.7%)
$34,543 + $48,186
$82,729
2019
$1,526 (+2.3%)
$34,543 + $43,562
$78,105
2018
$1,492 (+4.3%)
$34,543 + $43,562
$78,105
2017
$1,431 (−0.2%)
$34,543 + $43,562
$78,105
2016
$1,434 (+0.3%)
$34,543 + $43,562
$78,105
2014
$1,430
$34,544 + $41,328
$75,872
Tax history for 687 Claude Smith Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$55 (−98.0%)
$54,633
2024
$2,733 (−1.2%)
$54,633
2023
$2,766 (+61.5%)
$60,348 + $111,945
$172,293
2022
$1,713 (+10.4%)
$56,686 + $100,154
$156,840
2021
$1,551 (+2.4%)
$37,200 + $56,369
$93,569
2020
$1,515 (−0.7%)
$34,543 + $48,186
$82,729
2019
$1,526 (+2.3%)
$34,543 + $43,562
$78,105
2018
$1,492 (+4.3%)
$34,543 + $43,562
$78,105
2017
$1,431 (−0.2%)
$34,543 + $43,562
$78,105
2016
$1,434 (+0.3%)
$34,543 + $43,562
$78,105
2014
$1,430
$34,544 + $41,328
$75,872
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
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Lot size
11.85 Acres
Year renovated
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Style
Vacant Land
County
Rabun County
APN
053 063
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Last updated by owner on Oct 5, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Carport
Parking Features: Carport, Side/Rear Entrance
Interior
Virtual Tour
Virtual Tour URL Branded: https://view.paradym.com/v/687-Claude-Smith-Road-Clayton-GA-30525/4764578/sk/300
Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: https://view.paradym.com/idx/687-Claude-Smith-Road-Clayton-GA-30525/4764578
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2
Bathrooms Full: 2
Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 3
Main Level Bedrooms: 3
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Electric
Has Cooling
Cooling: Electric, Central Air
Interior Features
Interior Features: High Ceilings, Tile Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Master Downstairs
Living Area: 1616
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Public Records
Above Grade Finished Area: 1616
Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Below Grade Finished Area: 0
Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Below Grade Unfinished: 0
Levels: One
Appliances: Electric Water Heater, Dryer, Washer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven/Range (Combo), Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Utilities: Electricity Available, High Speed Internet, Phone Available, Water Available
Location
HOA Information
No
Association Fee Includes: None
School Information
Elementary School: Rabun County Primary/Elementar
Middle Or Junior School: Rabun County
High School: Rabun County
Bus Information
Es Bus Yn: Yes
Ms Bus Yn: Yes
Hs Bus Yn: Yes
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 687 Claude Smith Road, Clayton GA 30525
State Or Province: GA
PostalCode: 30525
Country: US
Subdivision Name: None
Coordinates: -83.3588801,34.8394257
Directions: Take 76 East from the Red Light at McDonald's in Clayton. Follow past Kingwood Golf Resort, once you pass the residential entrance for Kingwood, look for Claude Smith on your right as it opens up into the rolling fields. Follow Claude Smith straight through the 4 way intersection, and you'll arrive at the property on your left after you see the river.
Community Information
Community Features: None
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 11.85 acres
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Rabun County
APN: 053 063
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 5, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Photos Count: 52
Listing Information
Special Listing Conditions: Agent/Seller Relationship
List Price: 549000
Search Price: 549500
Close Price: 549500
Listing Id: 10099313
Original List Price: 549000
Listing Date Information
On Market Date: 2022-10-07
Close Date: 2023-04-24
Due Diligence Date: 2023-04-03
Listing Contract Date: 2022-10-07
Purchase Contract Date: 2023-03-20
Off Market Date: 2023-03-20
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Rabun County Elementary School
Public 3-6 • Assigned • 2.8mi
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Rabun County Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 3.6mi
7/10
Rabun County High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.6mi
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$535,000 – $647,000
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