SPRAWLING RANCH HOME *UPDATES THROUGHOUT *PRIVATE 1.68 ACRE LOT *NEW HVAC *NEW INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR PAINT *FIRESIDE FAMILY ROOM *LVP FLOORING *UPDATED LARGE KITCHEN WITH GRANITE COUNTERS, TILED BACKSPLASH, STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES AND BREAKFAST AREA *FORMAL DINING ROOM *FORMAL LIVING ROOM *SPACIOUS OWNER'S SUITE WITH PRIVATE BATHROOM WITH UPDATED VANITY *GENEROUSLY SIZED SECONDARY BEDROOMS ON MAIN *UPDATED FULL BATHROOM WITH UPDATED VANITY *OVERSIZED 4TH BEDROOM WITH KITCHENETTE AND LARGE WALK-IN CLOSET *TONS OF STORAGE THROUGHOUT HOME *LAUNDRY ROOM WITH UTILITY SINK AND CABINET STORAGE *OVERSIZED BACK DECK OVERLOOKS PRIVATE BACKYARD WITH CONCRETE SLAB FOR OUTBUILDING/WORKSHOP/GUEST HOUSE - ELECTRIC AND WATER IN PLACE *NO HOA
Single-familyProperty Type
1974Year Built
1.68 acresLot Size
$155Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Tracy Cousineau Advisors• Real Estate Expert Advisors Llc
Listed by Sherri Wilson• Real Estate Expert Advisors Llc
Bought with Taylor Rose• Opendoor Brokerage, LLC
Source:FMLS #6916524
Redfin Estimate
$305,333
$38K since sold in August 2021$1,000 since October
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This home's estimate is 6.9% higher than the average sale price ($286K) of 6 comparable homes.
SPRAWLING RANCH HOME *UPDATES THROUGHOUT *PRIVATE 1.68 ACRE LOT *NEW HVAC *NEW INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR PAINT *FIRESIDE FAMILY ROOM *LVP FLOORING *UPDATED LARGE KITCHEN WITH GRANITE COUNTERS, TILED BACKSPLASH, STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES AND BREAKFAST AREA *FORMAL DINING ROOM *FORMAL LIVING ROOM *SPACIOUS OWNER'S SUITE WITH PRIVATE BATHROOM WITH UPDATED VANITY *GENEROUSLY SIZED SECONDARY BEDROOMS ON MAIN *UPDATED FULL BATHROOM WITH UPDATED VANITY *OVERSIZED 4TH BEDROOM WITH KITCHENETTE AND LARGE WALK-IN CLOSET *TONS OF STORAGE THROUGHOUT HOME *LAUNDRY ROOM WITH UTILITY SINK AND CABINET STORAGE *OVERSIZED BACK DECK OVERLOOKS PRIVATE BACKYARD WITH CONCRETE SLAB FOR OUTBUILDING/WORKSHOP/GUEST HOUSE - ELECTRIC AND WATER IN PLACE *NO HOA
Public Records
Jan 18, 2018
Sold
$96,600
$49/sq ft
GAMLS #7475583
Dec 19, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Jun 19, 2015
Listed
$125,250
$64/sq ft
FMLS #3409534
Apr 27, 2007
Sold
$114,500
$58/sq ft
Jan 20, 2007
Listed
$114,500
$58/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 11, 2000
Sold
$122,900
$63/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,262 (+16.1%)
$16,800 + $115,200
$132,000
2025
$2,810 (+0.3%)
$16,800 + $115,200
$132,000
2024
$2,802 (−1.8%)
$6,638 + $105,961
$112,599
2023
$2,852 (+9.6%)
$7,400 + $105,200
$112,600
2022
$2,603 (+28.0%)
$7,400 + $88,520
$95,920
2021
$2,033 (−9.7%)
$6,936 + $60,104
$67,040
2020
$2,252 (+73.4%)
$7,400 + $59,640
$67,040
2019
$1,299 (+2.7%)
$7,400 + $30,680
$38,080
2018
$1,265 (+47.0%)
$7,400 + $29,440
$36,840
2017
$861 (+3.3%)
$4,000 + $24,960
$28,960
2016
$833 (+32.4%)
$4,000 + $24,960
$28,960
2014
$629 (−5.9%)
$3,200 + $19,040
$22,240
2013
$668 (+1.6%)
$3,200 + $19,040
$22,240
2012
$658 (−35.9%)
2011
$1,026 (−2.8%)
2010
$1,055 (−11.5%)
2008
$1,193
Tax history for 540 Richards Chapel Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,262 (+16.1%)
$16,800 + $115,200
$132,000
2025
$2,810 (+0.3%)
$16,800 + $115,200
$132,000
2024
$2,802 (−1.8%)
$6,638 + $105,961
$112,599
2023
$2,852 (+9.6%)
$7,400 + $105,200
$112,600
2022
$2,603 (+28.0%)
$7,400 + $88,520
$95,920
2021
$2,033 (−9.7%)
$6,936 + $60,104
$67,040
2020
$2,252 (+73.4%)
$7,400 + $59,640
$67,040
2019
$1,299 (+2.7%)
$7,400 + $30,680
$38,080
2018
$1,265 (+47.0%)
$7,400 + $29,440
$36,840
2017
$861 (+3.3%)
$4,000 + $24,960
$28,960
2016
$833 (+32.4%)
$4,000 + $24,960
$28,960
2014
$629 (−5.9%)
$3,200 + $19,040
$22,240
2013
$668 (+1.6%)
$3,200 + $19,040
$22,240
2012
$658 (−35.9%)
2011
$1,026 (−2.8%)
2010
$1,055 (−11.5%)
2008
$1,193
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.68 Acres
Year renovated
2000
Sq. Ft.
1,964
Year built
1974
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Newton County
APN
0008000000009000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Nov 9, 2026.
A-R
Agricultural Residential District
The AR Agricultural Residential District is composed of relatively large acreage, low density developments of single-family dwellings. The purpose of this district is to provide protection for larger lot subdivisions against the encroachment of high density developments of a residential, commercial or industrial nature.
Room Type: Bonus Room, Exercise Room, Game Room, Living Room, Office
Exterior
Property Information
Levels: One
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,964
Construction Materials: Cedar
Exterior Features: Private Front Entry, Private Rear Entry, Private Yard
Roof: Composition
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Property Condition: Resale
Foundation Details: Slab, See Remarks
Ownership: Fee Simple
Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat, Windows
Lot Information
Waterfrontage Length: 0
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Cash
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Heating: Central, Electric, Forced Air
Water Source: Public
Electric: 110 Volts, 220 Volts in Laundry
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Phone Available, Underground Utilities, Water Available
Location
Multi-Family Information
# Of Units To Be Built: 0
School Information
Elementary School: Oak Hill
Middle Or Junior School: Veterans Memorial - Newton
High School: Alcovy
Location Information
Directions: From I-20 exit Almon Rd toward Porterdale. Continue on Crowell Rd for 3.6 miles, turn right to Ga 81 for 3.6 miles. Turn slight right onto Bethany Rd. Travel for 2.3 miles and turn right onto Richards Chapel. Travel 0.3 miles.
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Other
Newton
Community Information
Community Features: Near Schools, Near Shopping
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,964
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.68 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1974
Year Renovated: 2000
County: Newton County
APN: 0008000000009000
Home facts updated by county records on Nov 9, 2026
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Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Oak Hill Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.0mi
7/10
Veterans Memorial Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.3mi
5/10
Alcovy High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 9.7mi
1/10
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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
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 106° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
5 unhealthy days expected this year, 6 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$291,000 – $352,000
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