Exquisite home that overlooks a private lake. It is the perfect gem tucked away in your own little piece of heaven. High Speed Internet in NOW available in this rural setting. You are able to enjoy the serenity of the location and still have access to the internet to stay connected. This home offers 4 sided brick, great space, high ceilings, as well as a unique coffered ceiling in great room. Private Master Suite is separate from secondary bedrooms which each have private bathrooms. Bonus room is spacious and has 1/2bath. The Screened porch and salt water pool is the perfect place to entertain or to relax enjoying the serenity of the lake. The property includes a large separate garage, with work space and 2 storage areas. The Reserve at Bear Creek located in the East side of Newton County features large estate lots with manicured lawns, protected with flocksafety security. As you walk into the home you will know this home has been well loved. Schedule your showing today.
Single-familyProperty Type
2002Year Built
1.49 acresLot Size
$194Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 car garageParking
Listed by Melissa Hay• Century 21 Realty 1 Professionals
Bought with Clinton Letendre• Market South Properties, Inc.
Source:FMLS #7141776
Redfin Estimate
$581,085
$6,085 since sold in April 2023$7,000 since July
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Estimate history
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This home's estimate is 62.2% higher than the average sale price ($358K) of 6 comparable homes.
PRICE IMPROVEMENT!!! Motivated seller! You could be enjoying this beautiful most serene home as spring arrives. This exquisite home overlooks a private lake. It is the perfect gem tucked away in your own little piece of heaven. This home offers 4 sided brick, great space, high ceilings, as well as a unique coffered ceiling in great room. Private Master Suite is separate from secondary bedrooms which each have private bathrooms. Bonus room is spacious and has 1/2bath. The Screened porch and salt water pool is the perfect place to entertain or to relax enjoying the serenity of the lake. The property includes a large separate garage, with work space and 2 storage areas. The Reserve at Bear Creek located in the East side of Newton County features large estate lots with manicured lawns, protected with flocksafety security. As you walk into the home you will know this home has been well loved. High Speed Internet is now available. Schedule your showing today.
Public Records
Jun 16, 2011
Sold
$265,000
$88/sq ft
GAMLS #1
Aug 19, 2010
Price Changed
$319,900
$107/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 16, 2003
Sold
$69,900
$23/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,416 (+10.2%)
$37,480 + $215,600
$253,080
2024
$5,823 (+0.4%)
$37,480 + $215,600
$253,080
2023
$5,802 (+20.3%)
$16,000 + $209,120
$225,120
2022
$4,821 (+0.3%)
$16,000 + $161,880
$177,880
2021
$4,809 (+0.3%)
$16,000 + $143,160
$159,160
2020
$4,794 (+7.3%)
$16,000 + $128,320
$144,320
2019
$4,469 (+2.6%)
$16,000 + $116,680
$132,680
2018
$4,355 (+7.9%)
$16,000 + $112,520
$128,520
2017
$4,037 (+16.4%)
$16,000 + $103,280
$119,280
2016
$3,468 (+15.1%)
$16,000 + $103,280
$119,280
2014
$3,013 (−2.1%)
$8,000 + $81,720
$89,720
2013
$3,077 (−2.6%)
$8,000 + $79,000
$87,000
2012
$3,159 (−12.4%)
2011
$3,605 (−8.5%)
2010
$3,940 (−0.7%)
2008
$3,968
Tax history for 85 Walnut Ridge Way
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,416 (+10.2%)
$37,480 + $215,600
$253,080
2024
$5,823 (+0.4%)
$37,480 + $215,600
$253,080
2023
$5,802 (+20.3%)
$16,000 + $209,120
$225,120
2022
$4,821 (+0.3%)
$16,000 + $161,880
$177,880
2021
$4,809 (+0.3%)
$16,000 + $143,160
$159,160
2020
$4,794 (+7.3%)
$16,000 + $128,320
$144,320
2019
$4,469 (+2.6%)
$16,000 + $116,680
$132,680
2018
$4,355 (+7.9%)
$16,000 + $112,520
$128,520
2017
$4,037 (+16.4%)
$16,000 + $103,280
$119,280
2016
$3,468 (+15.1%)
$16,000 + $103,280
$119,280
2014
$3,013 (−2.1%)
$8,000 + $81,720
$89,720
2013
$3,077 (−2.6%)
$8,000 + $79,000
$87,000
2012
$3,159 (−12.4%)
2011
$3,605 (−8.5%)
2010
$3,940 (−0.7%)
2008
$3,968
*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
—
Baths
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.02 Acres
Year renovated
2002
Sq. Ft.
3,000
Year built
2002
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Newton County
APN
0103A00000033000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 15, 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.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Livestock production
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Cemetery
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Storage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
# of Half Bathrooms: 2
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 3
Master Bathroom Features: Double Vanity,Soaking Tub
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 3
Bedroom Features: Master on Main,Sitting Room,Split Bedroom Plan
Interior Features
Interior Features: Coffered Ceiling(s), Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings 9 ft Lower, High Ceilings 9 ft Main, High Ceilings 9 ft Upper, High Speed Internet, Tray Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
Window Features: Double Pane Windows
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater
Association Fee Includes: Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Security
School Information
Elementary School: Mansfield
Middle Or Junior School: Indian Creek
High School: Eastside
Location Information
Directions: I-20 exit 93 onto SR-142 E 3.5 miles Left onto Hwy 36 1.8 miles, Left onto County RD 213 3 miles, Right in Reserve at Bear Creek Subdivision, Reserve Dr first left Old Pond Rd, Right on Bear Creek Walk, Right onto Walnut Ridge Way, House on left GPS will route you onto a dirt road. these direction will bring you in the main entrance
Road Surface Type: Asphalt, Paved
Road Frontage Type: Private Road
Community Information
Community Features: Homeowners Assoc, Near Schools, Street Lights
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,000
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 2.02 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2002
Year Renovated: 2002
County: Newton County
APN: 0103A00000033000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 15, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Mansfield Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 3.9mi
6/10
Indian Creek Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.8mi
3/10
Eastside High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.1mi
5/10
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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
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 106° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% 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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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in
June and 4.4 hours in December, which is comparable to the
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Estimated sale price
$553,000 – $669,000
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