Build your dream home on this exceptional acreage property that combines privacy, convenience, and valuable improvements already in place. No HOA means the freedom to bring your own builder and create the home you’ve always envisioned. The property has been partially cleared, providing an ideal homesite while preserving the beauty of the surrounding landscape. A survey, soil test, and perc test are available, helping streamline the building process, and full construction plans are included with an acceptable offer, saving valuable time and expense. The property may have the potential to be subdivided into two lots (buyer to independently verify with the appropriate governmental authorities), offering additional flexibility for future use or investment. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, schools, and major commuter routes, this property offers the perfect balance of peaceful country living and everyday accessibility. Whether you’re ready to build immediately or planning for the future, this is a rare opportunity to purchase a property where much of the groundwork has already been completed. Access from both Newt Green and Sleepy Hollow. Opportunities like this are becoming increasingly difficult to find. Come walk the property and imagine the possibilities.
Median sale price in this area is $523,454. (41% higher than this home)
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Interior features
Property is not a habitable residence
Exterior features
Partially wooded land with hardwoods and mixed timber
Access from Newt Green Road (50-foot access) and additional road frontage on Sleepy Hollow
Please see survey for access details; do not drive onto the lot
Road surface includes asphalt and dirt
Frontage on city street and county road
Home design
Vacant land (not a habitable residence)
Construction
See survey for legal description: LL 689, 752; 3RD D TR 2
Utilities
Cable available
Electricity available
Natural gas available
Water available
Sale and tax history for 685 Newt Green Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
FMLS #7809733
Aug 24, 2026
Contingent
—
Jul 22, 2026
Listed
$370,000
GAMLS #10811486
Aug 24, 2026
Contingent
—
Jul 22, 2026
Listed
$370,000
Build your dream home on this exceptional acreage property that combines privacy, convenience, and valuable improvements already in place. No HOA means the freedom to bring your own builder and create the home you've always envisioned. The property has been partially cleared, providing an ideal homesite while preserving the beauty of the surrounding landscape. A survey, soil test, and perc test are available, helping streamline the building process, and full construction plans are included with an acceptable offer, saving valuable time and expense. The property may have the potential to be subdivided into two lots (buyer to independently verify with the appropriate governmental authorities), offering additional flexibility for future use or investment. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, schools, and major commuter routes, this property offers the perfect balance of peaceful country living and everyday accessibility. Whether you're ready to build immediately or planning for the future, this is a rare opportunity to purchase a property where much of the groundwork has already been completed. Access from both Newt Green and Sleepy Hollow. Opportunities like this are becoming increasingly difficult to find. Come walk the property and imagine the possibilities.
FMLS #7389324
Dec 9, 2024
Sold
$325,000
Oct 15, 2024
Contingent
—
Oct 11, 2024
Relisted
—
Oct 8, 2024
Contingent
—
Oct 4, 2024
Price Changed
$325,000
Sep 10, 2024
Price Changed
$374,900
Jul 29, 2024
Price Changed
$399,900
May 20, 2024
Listed
$406,000
**PRICE REDUCTION** on beautiful 4.42 acre parcel! GREAT LOCATION 1 MILE FROM FORSYTH/CHEROKEE COUNTY LINE (** Note: Listings at/below $90,000/acre in this area are nearly non-existent **). Located approximately 1500 feet from the north side of Hawks Ridge, Georgia's premier golf community with homes in $2.5M-$5M range, about 15 minutes to either downtown Cumming or Canton. Buyer can subdivide into TWO large building lots of 2+ acres each (seller will not subdivide). If desired, a second driveway can be placed off of Sleepy Hollow Lane to service the back of the parcel. The county will be paving Sleepy Hollow Lane in the near future (recently confirmed by the county). Second driveway option could be off Newt Green Road. Close to many shopping and restaurant choices. ** near intersection of GA HWY 369 & GA HWY 372 ** Country living with amazing privacy yet close to all conveniences of modern life! ****Priced below recent appraisal****Parcel for sale is TRACT 2 on the survey******
FMLS #5935322
Jun 7, 2018
Sold
$90,000
May 18, 2018
Pending
—
Apr 20, 2018
Contingent
—
Mar 13, 2018
Relisted
—
Jan 22, 2018
Pending
—
Nov 17, 2017
Listed
$97,908
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,456 (+56.1%)
$93,560
2024
$1,574 (+22.2%)
$93,560
2023
$1,288 (+3.1%)
$49,560
2022
$1,249 (+6.5%)
$49,560
2021
$1,173 (−2.2%)
$41,320
2020
$1,199 (+17.2%)
$41,320
2019
$1,023 (−35.8%)
$36,000
2018
$1,594 (+46.5%)
$36,000
2017
$1,088 (+9.5%)
$37,760
2016
$994 (+39.2%)
$34,160
2014
$714 (+6.2%)
$24,240
2013
$672 (+6.7%)
$22,440
2012
$630 (−17.1%)
$20,960
2011
$760 (−8.8%)
$26,000
2010
$834 (−7.3%)
$29,360
2009
$900
$33,560
2008
$900
$33,560
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
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Baths
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Stories
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Lot width
60 ft.
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4.42 Acres
Year renovated
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Finished Sq. Ft.
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Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
—
Year built
—
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cherokee County
APN
03N22 189 B
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Mar 4, 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
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 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
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Historical weather
Cumming, GA • 30028
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Sun exposure
93/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Cumming. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.3 hrs
6.7 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 685 Newt Green Rd
$356,431
$14K under list price of $370K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $259K to $1.2M.