HIGHLY DESIRED LAKE BURTON LIVING! Situated on Timpson Creek with private dock for easy access to Lake Burton. Fee Simple land ownership and zoned Vacation Cottage allowing the property to be used as a short term rental. Enjoy the sights and sounds of Timpson Creek from your screened in porch with a cup of morning coffee. Welcoming family room with beautiful pine hardwood floors, tongue and groove walls, views of the river, and stunning wood burning fireplace perfect for those cooler nights. Super functional kitchen with dining area, wall oven, custom tile backsplash, and abundance of cabinetry for storage. Relaxing owner's suite on main level with en-suite bathroom and private access to screened porch. Gentle walk to the dock just off the back porch to enjoy those summer days playing in the river and lake. Separate fire pit area perfect for those late night conversations by the water. Three ample-sized bedrooms upstairs affording plenty of space for entertaining family and overnight guests. Separate bonus room currently used as a game room could be converted into a bunk room for additional guests. Incredible location only minutes to Downtown Clayton for all your dining, shopping, and entertainment needs. This special property is a true must see! Contact our team today for your private tour!
Single-familyProperty Type
2001Year Built
0.41 acresLot Size
$383Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by ZACHARY GARVEY• Keller Williams Lanier Partners
Bought with NON-MLS NMLS• Non FMLS Member
Source:FMLS #7508097
Redfin Estimate
$1,091,552
$342K since sold in March 2025$116K since August
Recently sold homes
Estimate history
Homes for sale
This home's estimate is 15.2% higher than the average sale price ($947K) of 6 comparable homes.
HIGHLY DESIRED LAKE BURTON LIVING! Situated on Timpson Creek with private dock for easy access to Lake Burton. Fee Simple land ownership and zoned Vacation Cottage allowing the property to be used as a short term rental. Enjoy the sights and sounds of Timpson Creek from your screened in porch with a cup of morning coffee. Welcoming family room with beautiful pine hardwood floors, tongue and groove walls, views of the river, and stunning wood burning fireplace perfect for those cooler nights. Super functional kitchen with dining area, wall oven, custom tile backsplash, and abundance of cabinetry for storage. Relaxing owner's suite on main level with en-suite bathroom and private access to screened porch. Gentle walk to the dock just off the back porch to enjoy those summer days playing in the river and lake. Separate fire pit area perfect for those late night conversations by the water. Three ample-sized bedrooms upstairs affording plenty of space for entertaining family and overnight guests. Separate bonus room currently used as a game room could be converted into a bunk room for additional guests. Incredible location only minutes to Downtown Clayton for all your dining, shopping, and entertainment needs. This special property is a true must see! Contact our team today for your private tour!
FMLS #7508097
Mar 21, 2025
Sold
$750,000
$263/sq ft
Jan 13, 2025
Listing Removed
—
Jan 12, 2025
Listed
$899,000
$315/sq ft
FMLS #7496699
Jan 10, 2025
Listing Removed
—
Dec 18, 2024
Price Changed
$899,000
$315/sq ft
Dec 11, 2024
Listed
$950,000
$333/sq ft
GAMLS #10425550
Jan 10, 2025
Listing Removed
—
Dec 18, 2024
Price Changed
$899,000
$315/sq ft
Dec 11, 2024
Listed
$950,000
$333/sq ft
FMLS #7477987
Dec 10, 2024
Listing Removed
—
Nov 19, 2024
Price Changed
$975,000
$342/sq ft
Oct 28, 2024
Listed
$999,000
$351/sq ft
GAMLS #10403276
Dec 10, 2024
Listing Removed
—
Nov 19, 2024
Price Changed
$975,000
$342/sq ft
Oct 28, 2024
Listed
$999,000
$351/sq ft
FMLS #7468544
Oct 28, 2024
Listing Removed
—
Oct 16, 2024
Price Changed
$1,025,000
$360/sq ft
Oct 8, 2024
Listed
$1,050,000
$368/sq ft
GAMLS #10392026
Oct 28, 2024
Listing Removed
—
Oct 16, 2024
Price Changed
$1,025,000
$360/sq ft
Oct 8, 2024
Listed
$1,050,000
$368/sq ft
GAMLS #10279165
Sep 13, 2024
Listing Removed
—
Aug 23, 2024
Price Changed
$1,099,000
$386/sq ft
Aug 7, 2024
Price Changed
$1,149,000
$403/sq ft
May 3, 2024
Relisted
—
Apr 17, 2024
Pending
—
Mar 30, 2024
Listed
$1,199,000
$421/sq ft
Avail #1
Dec 24, 2023
Rental Removed
$3,500
$1/sq ft
Nov 10, 2023
Listed for Rent
$3,500
$1/sq ft
NEGBOR #306010
May 14, 2021
Sold
$710,000
$249/sq ft
Apr 14, 2021
Listed
$650,000
$228/sq ft
GAMLS #8960680
May 14, 2021
Sold
$710,000
$249/sq ft
Apr 20, 2021
Pending
—
Apr 14, 2021
Listed
$650,000
$228/sq ft
GAMLS #7032608
Mar 12, 2013
Sold
$359,900
$126/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 1, 1997
Sold
$175,000
$61/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 1, 1986
Sold
$89,000
$31/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 1, 1983
Sold
$77,500
$27/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 1, 1973
Sold
$14,500
$5/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,152 (+5.0%)
$140,000 + $195,051
$335,051
2024
$4,908 (+14.3%)
$140,000 + $195,051
$335,051
2023
$4,294 (−1.7%)
$140,000 + $165,801
$305,801
2022
$4,367 (+79.5%)
$94,000 + $149,493
$243,493
2021
$2,433 (−1.8%)
$94,000 + $144,582
$238,582
2020
$2,476 (−0.7%)
$40,000 + $89,733
$129,733
2019
$2,494 (−0.4%)
$40,000 + $87,657
$127,657
2018
$2,503 (+4.3%)
$40,000 + $87,657
$127,657
2017
$2,400 (−0.3%)
$40,000 + $87,657
$127,657
2016
$2,406 (−4.8%)
$40,000 + $87,657
$127,657
2014
$2,526
$40,000 + $90,496
$130,496
Tax history for 71 Timpson Cove Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,152 (+5.0%)
$140,000 + $195,051
$335,051
2024
$4,908 (+14.3%)
$140,000 + $195,051
$335,051
2023
$4,294 (−1.7%)
$140,000 + $165,801
$305,801
2022
$4,367 (+79.5%)
$94,000 + $149,493
$243,493
2021
$2,433 (−1.8%)
$94,000 + $144,582
$238,582
2020
$2,476 (−0.7%)
$40,000 + $89,733
$129,733
2019
$2,494 (−0.4%)
$40,000 + $87,657
$127,657
2018
$2,503 (+4.3%)
$40,000 + $87,657
$127,657
2017
$2,400 (−0.3%)
$40,000 + $87,657
$127,657
2016
$2,406 (−4.8%)
$40,000 + $87,657
$127,657
2014
$2,526
$40,000 + $90,496
$130,496
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.41 Acres
Year renovated
2010
Sq. Ft.
2,160
Year built
2001
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Rabun County
APN
LB16A 042
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 23, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Total Parking: 2
# of Carport Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Carport
Interior
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Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Master Bathroom Features: Double Vanity
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 1
Bedroom Features: Master on Main
Interior Features
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Masonry, Wood Burning Stove
Interior Features: High Ceilings 9 ft Lower, High Ceilings 9 ft Main, High Ceilings 9 ft Upper, High Speed Internet, Walk-In Closet(s)
Window Features: Double Pane Windows
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Kitchen Features: Other
Dining Room Features: Open Concept
Room Type: Bonus Room, Game Room
Exterior
Property Information
Levels: Two
Above Grade Finished Area: 2,160
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Exterior Features: Balcony
Roof: Composition
Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Screened
Property Condition: Resale
Foundation Details: See Remarks
Dock: Dock
Ownership: Fee Simple
Lot Information
Waterfront Features: Creek, Lake Front, River Front
Waterfrontage Length: 200
TaxLegalDescription: 0
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Central Air, Heat Pump
Heating: Central, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
Water Source: Well
Electric: 220 Volts
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Rabun County
Middle Or Junior School: Rabun County
High School: Rabun County
Location Information
Directions: From Downtown Clayton, take Highway 76 towards Clarkesville, LEFT on Charlie Mountain Rd, RIGHT on Timpson Cove Rd, property on LEFT - look for sign.
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Other
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,160
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.41 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2001
Year Renovated: 2010
County: Rabun County
APN: LB16A 042
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 23, 2026
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Schools
Rabun County Primary School
Public PreK-2 • Assigned • 6.3mi
Rabun County Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 5.7mi
7/10
Rabun County High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.6mi
7/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
10/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance 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
4/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 97° expected this year, 23 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
5 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$1.04M – $1.26M
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