Darling cottage on an extremely level and usable lot-bring the chickens! Welcome to 839 Church Sawmill Road, a charming property with no HOA, covenants, or restrictions, offering the freedom to make it your own. Perfectly located just minutes from Downtown Clarkesville, this home combines convenience with peaceful country living. Step inside to find original hardwood floors that add timeless character, spacious bedrooms, and a large primary bedroom with a private en-suite, complete with a walk-in closet. The dreamy front porch is ideal for slow mornings or evening sunsets, while the large carport provides ample space for parking, tools, or even a workshop. The level open lot is ready for your homestead vision, featuring an old chicken coop just waiting for a special touch. With its cozy charm, practical layout, and flexible outdoor space, this home is move-in ready and filled with potential. Schedule a tour with the Zach Garvey Team today!
Single-familyProperty Type
1950Year Built
1 acresLot Size
$255Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Zach Garvey Team• Keller Williams Lanier Partners
CUTE & COZY bungalow style home at end of street, nestled on a nice 1 acre lot. This home features 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, living room, dining room, kitchen, and laundry room. Home has architectural roof, vinyl siding, hardwood floors, and carpet in the master BR, well pump (just over a yr. old), and new septic installed this year. Verify School Districts. WOW! A MUST SEE!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,454 (+26.7%)
$13,300 + $50,464
$63,764
2024
$1,147 (+19.3%)
$13,300 + $50,464
$63,764
2023
$962 (+7.7%)
$10,868 + $36,624
$47,492
2022
$892 (+12.3%)
$7,904 + $30,556
$38,460
2021
$795 (+11.7%)
$7,904 + $26,324
$34,228
2020
$712
$6,916 + $23,696
$30,612
2019
$712 (+0.8%)
$5,928 + $20,528
$26,456
2018
$707 (+12.0%)
$5,928 + $20,528
$26,456
2017
$631 (+21.1%)
$4,448 + $19,056
$23,504
2016
$521 (−15.4%)
$4,448 + $19,056
$23,504
2014
$616
$4,448 + $19,020
$23,468
Tax history for 839 Church Sawmill Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,454 (+26.7%)
$13,300 + $50,464
$63,764
2024
$1,147 (+19.3%)
$13,300 + $50,464
$63,764
2023
$962 (+7.7%)
$10,868 + $36,624
$47,492
2022
$892 (+12.3%)
$7,904 + $30,556
$38,460
2021
$795 (+11.7%)
$7,904 + $26,324
$34,228
2020
$712
$6,916 + $23,696
$30,612
2019
$712 (+0.8%)
$5,928 + $20,528
$26,456
2018
$707 (+12.0%)
$5,928 + $20,528
$26,456
2017
$631 (+21.1%)
$4,448 + $19,056
$23,504
2016
$521 (−15.4%)
$4,448 + $19,056
$23,504
2014
$616
$4,448 + $19,020
$23,468
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Utilities: Electricity Available, High Speed Internet, Natural Gas Available
Location
HOA Information
No
Association Fee Includes: None
School Information
Elementary School: Demorest
Middle Or Junior School: H A Wilbanks
High School: Habersham Central
Bus Information
Es Bus Yn: Yes
Ms Bus Yn: Yes
Hs Bus Yn: Yes
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 839 Church Sawmill Road, Demorest GA 30535
City: Demorest
County Or Parish: Habersham
State Or Province: GA
PostalCode: 30535
Country: US
Subdivision Name: None
Coordinates: -83.527899,34.581799
Directions: From Downtown Clarkesville, take GA-115 E/West Louise Street toward Demorest for approximately 3.5 miles. Turn LEFT onto Cannon Bridge Road and continue for about 1.2 miles. Turn RIGHT onto Central Avenue, then immediately LEFT onto Church Sawmill Road. Follow Church Sawmill Road to 839, property will be on your LEFT. Look for the sign!
Community Information
Community Features: None
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,031
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: 1970
County: Habersham County
APN: 075 104
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 14, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Photos Count: 38
Listing Information
Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, USDA Loan, VA Loan
List Price: 214900
Search Price: 223000
Close Price: 223000
Listing Id: 10611133
Original List Price: 214900
Listing Date Information
On Market Date: 2025-09-23
Close Date: 2025-11-07
Listing Contract Date: 2025-09-23
Purchase Contract Date: 2025-10-03
Off Market Date: 2025-10-03
Around this home
Schools
Demorest Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.4mi
6/10
Wilbanks Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi
7/10
Habersham Success Academy
Public 6-12 • Assigned • 2.5mi
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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
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 100° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 6 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.9 hours in
June and 4 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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4 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$251,000 – $303,000
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