Escape to your own private country retreat with this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath ranch home nestled on two serene, level acres. Designed for both comfortable everyday living and effortless entertaining, the home's 9-foot ceilings create an open, spacious feel throughout, while the inviting kitchen opens seamlessly to the spacious family room, where a stunning stone fireplace creates a warm and welcoming gathering space. The breakfast bar island is perfect for casual meals, morning coffee, or gathering with family and friends. One of the home's standout features is the charming rocking chair wraparound porch with stacked stone accents, the perfect place to relax, unwind, and soak in the peaceful views of your private countryside sanctuary. Inside, you'll appreciate the spacious laundry room/mudroom, offering plenty of room for everyday organization and convenience. Zoned AG (General Agricultural), the expansive, level property opens the door to even more possibilities. Bring your horses, chickens, goats, or other livestock, create the garden or mini homestead you've been dreaming of, or simply enjoy the privacy and freedom that comes with two usable acres. Three storage sheds provide abundant space for tools, lawn equipment, hobbies, feed, or additional storage, making it easy to take full advantage of the property. Looking for room to grow? The home also features approximately 900 square feet of unfinished attic space, already framed by opportunity and ready to be transformed into additional bedrooms, a bonus room, home office, media room, or whatever best fits your lifestyle. Whether you're searching for a peaceful escape, space for animals, a homestead lifestyle, a place to put down roots, or a home with room to expand, this exceptional property offers a rare blend of comfort, charm, privacy, usable acreage, functionality, and future potential. Come experience the serenity and possibilities of country living, you may never want to leave. *Buyers should verify zoning, livestock allowances, and suitability for their intended use with Cherokee County.*
Escape to your own private country retreat with this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath ranch home nestled on two serene, level acres. Designed for both comfortable everyday living and effortless entertaining, the home's 9-foot ceilings create an open, spacious feel throughout, while the inviting kitchen opens seamlessly to the spacious family room, where a stunning stone fireplace creates a warm and welcoming gathering space. The breakfast bar island is perfect for casual meals, morning coffee, or gathering with family and friends. One of the home's standout features is the charming rocking chair wraparound porch with stacked stone accents, the perfect place to relax, unwind, and soak in the peaceful views of your private countryside sanctuary. Inside, you'll appreciate the spacious laundry room/mudroom, offering plenty of room for everyday organization and convenience. Zoned AG (General Agricultural), the expansive, level property opens the door to even more possibilities. Bring your horses, chickens, goats, or other livestock, create the garden or mini homestead you've been dreaming of, or simply enjoy the privacy and freedom that comes with two usable acres. Three storage sheds provide abundant space for tools, lawn equipment, hobbies, feed, or additional storage, making it easy to take full advantage of the property. Looking for room to grow? The home also features approximately 900 square feet of unfinished attic space, already framed by opportunity and ready to be transformed into additional bedrooms, a bonus room, home office, media room, or whatever best fits your lifestyle. Whether you're searching for a peaceful escape, space for animals, a homestead lifestyle, a place to put down roots, or a home with room to expand, this exceptional property offers a rare blend of comfort, charm, privacy, usable acreage, functionality, and future potential. Come experience the serenity and possibilities of country living, you may never want to leave. *Buyers should verify zoning, livestock allowances, and suitability for their intended use with Cherokee County.*
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$728 (+0.6%)
$22,760 + $168,216
$190,976
2024
$724 (+29.4%)
$22,760 + $168,216
$190,976
2023
$560 (−2.2%)
$16,240 + $150,748
$166,988
2022
$572 (+6.9%)
$16,240 + $150,748
$166,988
2021
$535 (−1.0%)
$13,560 + $78,200
$91,760
2020
$541 (+0.5%)
$13,560 + $78,200
$91,760
2019
$538 (+1.7%)
$13,560 + $78,360
$91,920
2018
$529 (−76.2%)
$13,560 + $78,360
$91,920
2017
$2,227 (+7.4%)
$13,560 + $74,800
$88,360
2016
$2,074 (+723.0%)
$12,200 + $69,000
$81,200
2014
$252 (−62.8%)
$8,560 + $2,320
$10,880
2013
$678 (−20.4%)
$8,120 + $16,800
$24,920
2012
$852 (−10.7%)
$13,240 + $17,400
$30,640
2011
$955 (−5.6%)
$16,920 + $18,000
$34,920
2010
$1,012 (−4.1%)
$19,120 + $18,720
$37,840
2009
$1,055
$22,080 + $19,480
$41,560
2008
$1,055
$22,080 + $19,480
$41,560
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2 Acres
Year renovated
2014
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,956
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,956
Year built
2014
Style
Vacant Land
County
Cherokee County
APN
03N27 036 E
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 13, 2026.
AG
General Agricultural District
The purpose of this district is to maintain the integrity of agricultural activities predominate in the rural area of Cherokee County. Within the district, the subdivision of land for suburban development is discouraged, while agriculture and livestock production are strongly encouraged in order to maintain the rural character of these areas. On-site sales should be limited to live animals, plants and produce that have been raised on the property, unless this Ordinance specifically provides for limited related commercial activities for particular uses. This district is intended for the development of large lot dwelling, single family for sale detached residential subdivisions and for sale communities. Includes two-acre dwelling, single family, for sale, lots or larger.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Greenhouse / nursery
Fire house
Police station
Marina
Agriculture-Cropland
Park & open space
Jul 28, 2014 • Final
Building
New construction
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
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
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 101° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
13% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Cumming, GA • 30028
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
49
30
60
37
70
45
77
53
77
60
86
67
91
72
82
67
82
64
73
52
65
44
55
35
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Sun exposure
95/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 23% for direct sun exposure in Cumming. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
11.1 hrs
7.6 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 517 Franklin Goldmine Rd
$555,095
$20K under list price of $575K
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