3-Bed / 2-Bath Ranch on 1-Acre Private Lot Nestled in the woods, this updated home offers privacy, space, and peaceful living. The kitchen features modern appliances, and the home includes a dedicated office, large two-car garage, and unfinished basement--perfect for a gym, workshop, or extra storage. Located on the Shady Grove Peninsula, this property is just a short walk to Young Deer Park's boat ramp. With no neighbors on either side, the large wooded lot is ideal for pets, outdoor activities, and enjoying nature in peace. Relax around the firepit and enjoy the quiet surroundings. Located in the East Forsyth High School cluster. This property also offers optional rental payment reporting to help build your credit history. Available for Move-In: August 22, 2026 Rent: $2,600/month Refundable Security Deposit: $2,600 Pet Deposit: $350 (first pet), $250 (each additional pet) Renters Insurance Required Applicant Requirements: Stable, verifiable employment Background check required Minimum credit score of 600 Valid photo ID No prior evictions or negative rental history Please Note: The property is currently occupied. Please respect the current tenant's privacy and do not visit or walk the property without a scheduled showing appointment designated by the landlord. Currently occupied -- contact to schedule a viewing!
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Property details
Interior
Basement Information
Basement Sq. Ft: 1,482
Basement Type: Unfinished
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 2
Heating & Cooling
Air Conditioning Type: Central
Heating Type: Warm Air
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Prefab
Has Fireplace
Exterior
Exterior Information
Floor Construction Type: Plywood
Foundation Type: Continuous Footing
Exterior Wall: Brick
Roof Covering Type: Asphalt/Composition Shingle
Roof Shape Type: Gable
Building Type: Single Family
Building Improvement Type: Single Family
Property Information
Subdivision Name: KIM R & SHERRY L BLACKWELL
Living Sq. Ft: 1,698
Ground Floor Sq. Ft: 1,482
Building Sq. Ft: 3,180
# of Stories: 1
Stories Type: 1
Legal Description: 14-1 LL 622
Parking & Garage Information
Parking Type: Finished Garage
Garage/Parking Sq. Ft: 675
Garage / Carport Type: Finished
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 43,560
Municipality Name: COUNTY
Acres: 1
Zoning Code: LR
County Use Description: RESIDENTIAL
State Use Description: RESIDENTIAL
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2025
Tax District County: 001
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,698
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1987
Year Renovated: 1998
County: Forsyth County
APN: 273 066
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 13, 2026
Sale and tax history for 6970 Heard Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
TURBOTENANT #2
Jul 25, 2026
Rental Removed
$2,600
$2/sq ft
Jun 24, 2026
Listed for Rent
$2,600
$2/sq ft
Jun 18, 2026
Rental Removed
$2,600
$2/sq ft
May 18, 2026
Listed for Rent
$2,600
$2/sq ft
TURBOTENANT #1
Jan 25, 2025
Rental Removed
$2,500
$1/sq ft
Dec 13, 2024
Price Changed
$2,500
$1/sq ft
Dec 2, 2024
Listed for Rent
$2,700
$2/sq ft
FMLS #7078466
Aug 30, 2022
Sold
$415,000
$244/sq ft
Jul 17, 2022
Pending
—
Jul 6, 2022
Listed
$415,000
$244/sq ft
COMPLETELY RENOVATED home with spectacular finishes less than half a mile from launching your boat and wave runners! You can walk to the beach and enjoy the playground at Young Deer Creek Park on Lake Lanier! MOVE IN READY and just in time for the start of the Award Winning Forsyth County School season! Driveway slopes down to the home being nicely tucked in and very private. The home was taken down to the studs and COMPLETELY RENOVATED 2 years ago. Beautiful cabinetry in the kitchen with gorgeous Silestone! Enormous sized pantry. The Owner's suite master bathroom is gorgeous with a curb-less 6 foot shower. Extra room off the laundry perfect for an office! Priced to sell quickly so don't miss!
GAMLS #10067720
Aug 30, 2022
Sold
$415,000
$244/sq ft
Jul 17, 2022
Pending
—
Jul 6, 2022
Listed
$415,000
$244/sq ft
Public Records
May 21, 1998
Sold
$136,000
$80/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 1, 1991
Sold
$102,500
$60/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 1, 1987
Sold
$10,500
$6/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,141 (+2.9%)
$48,000 + $133,432
$181,432
2024
$4,024 (+2.3%)
$48,000 + $133,432
$181,432
2023
$3,933 (+46.4%)
$39,600 + $120,200
$159,800
2022
$2,688 (+34.4%)
$30,600 + $91,568
$122,168
2021
$2,000 (−8.9%)
$25,200 + $58,880
$84,080
2020
$2,195 (+3.0%)
$22,800 + $70,732
$93,532
2019
$2,130 (+15.4%)
$20,000 + $70,236
$90,236
2018
$1,845 (+5.2%)
$20,000 + $55,900
$75,900
2017
$1,754 (+2.5%)
$20,000 + $51,212
$71,212
2016
$1,711 (+24.0%)
$18,000 + $51,212
$69,212
2014
$1,380 (−0.2%)
$10,000 + $47,036
$57,036
2013
$1,383 (−1.1%)
$10,000 + $47,036
$57,036
2012
$1,398 (−3.7%)
$10,000 + $47,652
$57,652
2011
$1,452 (−1.1%)
$12,000 + $48,264
$60,264
2010
$1,469 (+1.9%)
$16,000 + $51,332
$67,332
2009
$1,441
$16,000 + $51,332
$67,332
2008
$1,441
$16,000 + $51,332
$67,332
Around this home
Schools
Places
Transit
7/10
Chattahoochee Elementary School
Public, PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.5mi
5/10
Little Mill Middle School
Public, 6-8 • Assigned • 2.5mi
7/10
East Forsyth High School
Public, 9-12 • Assigned • 3.9mi
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Public facts and zoning for 6970 Heard Rd
Beds
3
Baths
2
Sq. Ft.
1,698
Stories
1
Lot Size
1 Acre
Style
Single Family Residential
Year Built
1987
Year Renovated
1998
County
Forsyth County
APN
273 066
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 13, 2026.
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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 102° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
12% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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