255 River Swing (riverswing) Rd, Cornelia, GA 30531
About this home
Chattahoochee River Front Home. Escape to your own private mountain oasis with this stunning 4 bedroom, 3 bath home boasting 3.52 acres of river frontage. Enjoy peaceful mornings on the deck overlooking the breathtaking river views, surrounded by lush forest. You'll enjoy rafting and kayaking, unwinding and relaxing on the water's edge, and fishing from your own backyard on this beautiful stretch of the Chattahoochee River. Natural light floods every room, highlighting the beautiful glass doors. The deck spans the entire back of the house, providing breathtaking views of the river, and a rock walkway leads you to your own vegetable garden. The main level features hardwood floors throughout, with a spacious dining room, breakfast bar, and custom built-in pantry cabinet. The downstairs suite has tile floors and a full kitchen, perfect for guests or as separate living quarters with a full kitchen. The 3-bay attached garage has a newly blacktopped drive that leads up to the outbuilding/garage, perfect for boat or classic car storage, and extra space for RV or additional parking. With little traffic, this secluded retreat offers the perfect blend of luxury and privacy. Listings in this community are rare. Don't miss out on the opportunity to have your own piece of paradise on the Chattahoochee River. Close to I-985 and only 30 minutes from Helen and surrounding entertainment.
Single-familyProperty Type
2000Year Built
3.52 acresLot Size
$219Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Angie Phagan Lloyd• Hammock Realty North Georgia
Bought with Judy Winters• Buffington Real Estate Group
Own your piece of the Chattahoochee with this beautiful 4bd/3ba country charmer overlooking the river! This secluded oasis features a wrap-around porch with mountain & river views! The split bedroom plan features oversized GR w/gas burning fireplace w/access to covered back porch with stunning views! Country kitchen with stained cabinets, Formal dining, Master suite on main with large en-suite bath & walk-in closet, also has private access to covered back porch - 2 additional guest bedrooms on main with guest bath - Hardwoods throughout main floor of home - Full finished basement with In-law suite/teen suite features full kitchen, bedroom, full bath, living room w/wood burning stove and its own private access! The side-entry 3-car attached garage offers plenty of storage space & large separate laundry room. A detached 3-car workshop is ideal for woodworking & storage!! Sit on the large covered upstairs deck or downstairs porch and watch the river & mountain views. For those that love to fish or boat, stroll down to the river's edge and slip your kayak into the water. All this on 3.52 acres with river frontage! Feels like you're in the mountains but so convenient with easy access to Hwy 365. This one is a hidden gem!!
GAMLS #7364904
Dec 1, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Nov 13, 2014
Listed
$369,900
$131/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 30, 2004
Sold
$292,500
$103/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,354 (+6.7%)
$81,278 + $160,984
$242,262
2024
$5,015 (+10.8%)
$75,960 + $158,869
$234,829
2023
$4,528 (+7.2%)
$51,984 + $155,624
$207,608
2022
$4,224 (+30.7%)
$51,984 + $129,128
$181,112
2021
$3,232 (+7.7%)
$50,220 + $111,780
$162,000
2020
$3,002 (−0.1%)
$31,048 + $93,460
$124,508
2019
$3,005 (+0.8%)
$31,048 + $80,556
$111,604
2018
$2,981 (+6.1%)
$31,048 + $80,556
$111,604
2017
$2,809 (+3.0%)
$31,048 + $73,560
$104,608
2016
$2,727 (+1.4%)
$31,048 + $73,560
$104,608
2014
$2,689
$31,048 + $71,416
$102,464
Tax history for 255 River Swing (riverswing) Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,354 (+6.7%)
$81,278 + $160,984
$242,262
2024
$5,015 (+10.8%)
$75,960 + $158,869
$234,829
2023
$4,528 (+7.2%)
$51,984 + $155,624
$207,608
2022
$4,224 (+30.7%)
$51,984 + $129,128
$181,112
2021
$3,232 (+7.7%)
$50,220 + $111,780
$162,000
2020
$3,002 (−0.1%)
$31,048 + $93,460
$124,508
2019
$3,005 (+0.8%)
$31,048 + $80,556
$111,604
2018
$2,981 (+6.1%)
$31,048 + $80,556
$111,604
2017
$2,809 (+3.0%)
$31,048 + $73,560
$104,608
2016
$2,727 (+1.4%)
$31,048 + $73,560
$104,608
2014
$2,689
$31,048 + $71,416
$102,464
*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
3
Stories
1
Lot width
400 ft.
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3.52 Acres
Year renovated
2000
Sq. Ft.
3,520
Year built
2000
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Habersham County
APN
025 090
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 27, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Garage
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
Parking Information
Parking Total: 3
Parking Features: Attached, Garage, Garage Door Opener, RV/Boat Parking, Storage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: https://www.zillow.com/view-imx/2299da6a-caaa-475a-977d-c36ca37684da?setAttribution=mls&wl=true&initialViewType=pano&utm_source=dashboard
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
Bathrooms Total Decimal: 3
Bathrooms Full: 3
Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 4
Main Level Bedrooms: 3
Lower Level Bedrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Central, Electric, Heat Pump
Has Cooling
Cooling: Attic Fan, Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Heat Pump
Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, Vinyl Siding
Window Features: Double Pane Windows
Pool Information
Has Spa
SpaFeatures: Bath
Property Information
Property Condition: Resale
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Electric On Property YN: Yes
Structure Type: House
Other Structures: Garage(s), Other, Outbuilding
Deed Book: 1274
Deed Page: 978
Land Information
Vegetation: Grassed
Lot Information
Is Waterfront
Has View
Lot Size Area: 3.52
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Square Feet: 153331.2
Lot Size Acres: 3.52
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Open Lot, Sloped
Frontage Type: River
Frontage Length: Waterfront Footage: 106
Water Body Name: Chattahoochee River
Building Information
Year Built: 2000
Building Area Total: 2828
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Public Records
Financial
Tax Information
Parcel Number: 025 090
Tax Annual Amount: 4518.38
Tax Year: 2023
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Cash
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Sewer Connected, Water Available
Location
HOA Information
Has Association
Association Fee: 500
Association Fee Includes: Maintenance Grounds
School Information
Elementary School: Level Grove
Middle Or Junior School: South Habersham
High School: Habersham Central
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 255 River Swing (Riverswing) Road, Cornelia GA 30531
City: Cornelia
County Or Parish: Habersham
State Or Province: GA
PostalCode: 30531
Country: US
Subdivision Name: Old River Road
Coordinates: -83.6297143,34.5322006
Directions: GPS may refer to as River Swing or Riverswing. From Duncan Bridge Road - turn left onto Old River Road before crossing the bridge. GPS may advise you to turn onto 'Fallin Leaf Trl' just before reaching River Swing Road. Don't Turn. Just continue forward to River Swing Road on the right. Look for sign, Home is on the right. Home is not visible from the road.
Community Information
Community Features: None
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,520
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 3.52 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2000
Year Renovated: 2000
County: Habersham County
APN: 025 090
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 27, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Photos Count: 90
Listing Information
Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional
List Price: 549000
Search Price: 525000
Close Price: 525000
Listing Id: 10332509
Original List Price: 592000
Listing Date Information
On Market Date: 2024-07-04
Close Date: 2025-01-03
Listing Contract Date: 2024-06-23
Purchase Contract Date: 2024-11-13
Off Market Date: 2024-11-13
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Level Grove Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 3.6mi
6/10
South Habersham Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.5mi
8/10
Habersham Success Academy
Public 6-12 • Assigned • 7.9mi
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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
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 100° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
2% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.9 hours in
June and 4 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$589,000 – $713,000
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