Experience the pinnacle of modern mountain living in this newly renovated, custom-designed three-story home located in Forsyth County! Just a 30-minute drive to the Atlanta perimeter and 3 minutes to Cumming City Center! Soon-to-be-gated and no HOA! Nestled at an elevation of 3,850 feet on over 2 acres of land, this home offers nearly 360-degree breathtaking views and unparalleled privacy. Expansive observation decks accessible from each living room provide vistas so incredible, you would swear nature photoshopped. The main level has a bright kitchen with a breakfast area that seamlessly connects to a spacious dining and living area flooded with natural light from the wall of windows. The master suite on this level features a cozy fireplace and heated floors in the master bath. Descending to the lower level, you'll discover a grand and inviting living area complete with a kitchenette and two additional entrances. This level also has two ensuite guest rooms with updated bathrooms and each with awe-inspiring views. The outdoor living space is equally exceptional, featuring multiple walking paths and patios that offer various ways to relish the stunning views. Every inch of this property is imbued with extraordinary character and meticulous attention to detail. Don't miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a truly unique and exquisite home that overlooks the 900-acre Sawnee Mountain Preserve.
Single-familyProperty Type
1996Year Built
2 acresLot Size
$391Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Rob Blake• Chapman Hall Professionals
Bought with Hunter Kirkman• Legends Real Estate LLC
Source:FMLS #7286824
Redfin Estimate
$1,563,924
$136K since sold in November 2023$3,000 since August
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This home's estimate is 119.8% higher than the average sale price ($712K) of 6 comparable homes.
Panoramic views of North Forsyth county, situated in the Sawnee Mountain nature preserve with access to the hiking trails. Unique home with floor to ceiling roll out windows in the kitchen, and open concept living space, as well as the master. Full...
renovations to the home, with custom tile in all the baths. Kitchen is spacious, and seller is giving an appliance allowance upon purchase. Lot is wooded and steep, but there is plenty of parking and flat area in the front of the home.
10 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Experience the pinnacle of modern mountain living in this newly renovated, custom-designed three-story home located in Forsyth County! Just a 30-minute drive to the Atlanta perimeter and 3 minutes to Cumming City Center! Soon-to-be-gated and no HOA! Nestled at an elevation of 3,850 feet on over 2 acres of land, this home offers nearly 360-degree breathtaking views and unparalleled privacy. Expansive observation decks accessible from each living room provide vistas so incredible, you would swear nature photoshopped. The main level has a bright kitchen with a breakfast area that seamlessly connects to a spacious dining and living area flooded with natural light from the wall of windows. The master suite on this level features a cozy fireplace and heated floors in the master bath. Descending to the lower level, you'll discover a grand and inviting living area complete with a kitchenette and two additional entrances. This level also has two ensuite guest rooms with updated bathrooms and each with awe-inspiring views. The outdoor living space is equally exceptional, featuring multiple walking paths and patios that offer various ways to relish the stunning views. Every inch of this property is imbued with extraordinary character and meticulous attention to detail.
FMLS #5705164
Dec 22, 2016
Sold
$569,000
$142/sq ft
Nov 21, 2016
Contingent
—
Sep 14, 2016
Price Changed
$595,000
$149/sq ft
Jun 11, 2016
Listed
$625,000
$156/sq ft
This home is truly a retreat from the modern world! It was COMPLETELY renovated this year. Standing unique by offering breathtaking views from the top of Sawnee Mountain,yet only 10 minutes from downtown Cumming! Incredibly spacious, and custom built with a beautifully wide open concept. Three large bedrooms and room for a fourth bedroom or office with private bath. Includes two full decks, and separate screened in porch with amazing views. Every room includes a view of the mountains like you've never seen before! Includes an appliance credit upon closing!
GAMLS #8015886
Dec 22, 2016
Sold
$569,000
$142/sq ft
Nov 19, 2016
Pending
—
Sep 14, 2016
Price Changed
$595,000
$149/sq ft
Jun 10, 2016
Listed
$625,000
$156/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$14,933 (+13.4%)
$300,000 + $308,960
$608,960
2024
$13,173 (+52.3%)
$300,000 + $308,960
$608,960
2023
$8,652 (+19.1%)
$180,000 + $171,512
$351,512
2022
$7,262 (−1.8%)
$180,000 + $114,284
$294,284
2021
$7,398 (+1.2%)
$180,000 + $106,588
$286,588
2020
$7,307 (+0.4%)
$180,000 + $102,208
$282,208
2019
$7,279 (+18.1%)
$180,000 + $100,268
$280,268
2018
$6,161 (−0.2%)
$120,000 + $106,088
$226,088
2017
$6,170 (+55.3%)
$120,000 + $105,480
$225,480
2016
$3,973 (+10.3%)
$60,000 + $83,160
$143,160
2014
$3,601 (−0.2%)
$60,000 + $76,040
$136,040
2013
$3,608 (−0.8%)
$60,000 + $76,040
$136,040
2012
$3,639 (−0.8%)
$60,000 + $76,920
$136,920
2011
$3,669 (+4.4%)
$60,000 + $77,840
$137,840
2010
$3,516 (+14.9%)
$60,000 + $82,240
$142,240
2009
$3,060
$60,000 + $82,240
$142,240
2008
$3,060
$60,000 + $82,240
$142,240
Tax history for 96 Barker Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$14,933 (+13.4%)
$300,000 + $308,960
$608,960
2024
$13,173 (+52.3%)
$300,000 + $308,960
$608,960
2023
$8,652 (+19.1%)
$180,000 + $171,512
$351,512
2022
$7,262 (−1.8%)
$180,000 + $114,284
$294,284
2021
$7,398 (+1.2%)
$180,000 + $106,588
$286,588
2020
$7,307 (+0.4%)
$180,000 + $102,208
$282,208
2019
$7,279 (+18.1%)
$180,000 + $100,268
$280,268
2018
$6,161 (−0.2%)
$120,000 + $106,088
$226,088
2017
$6,170 (+55.3%)
$120,000 + $105,480
$225,480
2016
$3,973 (+10.3%)
$60,000 + $83,160
$143,160
2014
$3,601 (−0.2%)
$60,000 + $76,040
$136,040
2013
$3,608 (−0.8%)
$60,000 + $76,040
$136,040
2012
$3,639 (−0.8%)
$60,000 + $76,920
$136,920
2011
$3,669 (+4.4%)
$60,000 + $77,840
$137,840
2010
$3,516 (+14.9%)
$60,000 + $82,240
$142,240
2009
$3,060
$60,000 + $82,240
$142,240
2008
$3,060
$60,000 + $82,240
$142,240
*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
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
4
Stories
1.2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2 Acres
Year renovated
2015
Sq. Ft.
3,794
Year built
1996
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Forsyth County
APN
125 108
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 13, 2026.
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Agricultural District
Land designated as agricultural constitutes a valuable natural resource whose protection is in the public interest. The agricultural district is established to maintain those areas with land characteristics such as soil moisture, temperature and content suitable for farming (fields, pastures, farmsteads, specialty farms), dairy, livestock, forestry operations and other agricultural activities; to protect land used or needed for food production and other agricultural uses from encroachment by untimely and unplanned residential, commercial or industrial development; and to permit the continuation of agricultural uses in areas where it remains viable.; The agricultural district is intended to provide for the continuation of agriculture as a viable land use and component of the local economy until market conditions and public services support conversion of agricultural land to rural or suburban residential land subdivisions and uses, or other uses. The agricultural district also helps to preserve the rural, open space character that exists in many portions of the county. Such areas are accessed only by rural roads, do not have existing public sanitary sewerage facilities, are predominantly rural in character, and consist substantially of larger unsubdivided and undeveloped tracts.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Equestrian facility
Greenhouse / nursery
Livestock production
Housing-Single unit
Office
Public service
Agriculture-Cropland
Cemetery
Housing-Mobile home park
Aug 5, 2025 • Final
Building (residential) - electrical trade only
Replace the electrical panel and install smoke detectors, a surge protector, and new electrical circuits.
Electrical
Jul 16, 2025 • Final
Building (residential) -addition
Remove the existing deck and replace it with a larger deck and a roof.
Addition
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