Off Market May 2023 for $243K

$270,425

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,660/mo

•

1,248

sq ft

4242 S River Rd, Franklin, GA 30217

About this home

Country living at its best! Live on 5.5 acres near a nature preserve and walk to the lake and kayak or fish! All new kitchen cabinets with soft close drawers and doors! Smooth updated ceilings, new paint and flooring throughout. Main level has 2 bedrooms and a full bath. Upstairs you have a large bedroom and bonus room great for a 2nd den or an office that has double French doors that lead you out to the side deck. Eat in kitchen has easy access to the covered back patio for grilling or relaxing while you overlook all the land and nature this property has to offer. So much for the price!

Single-familyProperty Type

1980Year Built

5.5 acresLot Size

$217Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

Listed by Kim Rowe • Chapman Hall Realtors

Bought with Kim Rowe • Chapman Hall Realtors

Source:FMLS #7200260

Redfin Estimate

$270,425

$27K since sold in May 2023$10K since August

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This home's estimate is 11.8% higher than the average sale price ($242K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD APR 30, 2026
$228,000
A
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SOLD AUG 28, 2026
$214,900
B
3 beds2 baths1,189 sq ft
449 Hampton Green Dr, Lagrange, GA 30240
SOLD JUL 27, 2026
$285,100
C
3 beds2 baths2,200 sq ft
7500 Bevis Rd, Franklin, GA 30217
SOLD AUG 19, 2026
$203,000
D
3 beds2 baths1,215 sq ft
166 Ringer Rd, Hogansville, GA 30230
SOLD AUG 13, 2026
$311,000
E
3 beds2 baths1,825 sq ft
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SOLD JUL 24, 2026
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F
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$2,055/mo

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Market trends in 30217, GA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Buyer's market

Sale-to-List Price

97.3%

0.5% MoM

Median sale price

$290K

$5K MoM

Avg. days on market

85d

19 days MoM

Recently sold homes

0 MoM

New listings for sale

3D WALKTHROUGH
$320,000
3 beds2 baths1,872 sq ft
4315 Ga Highway 34, Franklin, GA 30217
$289,900
3 beds2 baths1,680 sq ft
385 Dean Rd, Franklin, GA 30217
$429,900
4 beds3 baths2,880 sq ft
516 Dickerson Rd, Franklin, GA 30217
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Sale history for 4242 S River Rd

Date

Event

Price

FMLS #7200260

May 30, 2023

Sold

$243,000

$195/sq ft

Apr 19, 2023

Pending

—

Apr 11, 2023

Contingent

—

Apr 6, 2023

Listed

$230,000

$184/sq ft

GAMLS #10147427

May 30, 2023

Sold

$243,000

$195/sq ft

Apr 11, 2023

Pending

—

Apr 6, 2023

Listed

$230,000

$184/sq ft

Country living at its best! Live on 5.5 acres near a nature preserve and walk to the lake and kayak or fish! Smooth updated ceilings, new paint and flooring throughout. Main level has 2 bedrooms and a full bath. Upstairs you have a large bedroom and bonus room great for a 2nd den or an office that has double French doors that lead you out to the side deck. Eat in kitchen has easy access to the covered back patio for grilling or relaxing while you overlook all the land and nature this property has to offer. So much for the price!

FMLS #6845770

May 28, 2021

Sold

$175,000

$140/sq ft

Apr 29, 2021

Pending

—

Apr 28, 2021

Price Changed

$194,900

$156/sq ft

Mar 30, 2021

Price Changed

$204,900

$164/sq ft

Feb 25, 2021

Listed

$214,900

$172/sq ft

This sweet little country home with 4 bedrooms and a rocking chair front porch has so much charm! Situated on 5.5 acres with 2 outbuildings and nature as far as the eye can see. Convenient to city center, schools, restaurants, shopping, park, river, and the local boat ramp. The oversized deck is great for quiet nights or get togethers. Plenty of room to expand. Please Wear a Mask and Use Gloves Provided By Homeowner When Viewing.

Public Records

Mar 11, 1999

Sold

$70,000

$56/sq ft

Public Records

Dec 2, 1986

Sold

$5,000

$4/sq ft

Public Records

Mar 25, 1983

Sold

$15,000

$12/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$1,966 (+11.4%)

$26,048 + $81,681

$107,729

2024

$1,764 (+13.2%)

$16,901 + $74,208

$91,109

2023

$1,558 (+11.5%)

$12,804 + $64,469

$77,273

2022

$1,397 (+19.0%)

$7,209 + $59,721

$66,930

2021

$1,174 (+93.7%)

$7,209 + $46,219

$53,428

2020

$606

$7,209 + $20,095

$27,304

2019

$606 (−0.1%)

$7,209 + $20,095

$27,304

2018

$607 (+3.0%)

$7,209 + $20,095

$27,304

2017

$589 (+4.3%)

$7,068 + $19,015

$26,083

2016

$565 (−10.2%)

$7,068 + $17,975

$25,043

2014

$629 (−13.2%)

$10,890 + $16,848

$27,738

2013

$725 (−0.2%)

$10,890 + $21,528

$32,418

2012

$726 (−0.2%)

$10,890 + $21,527

$32,417

2011

$728

2010

$728

2008

$728

Tax history for 4242 S River Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$1,966 (+11.4%)

$26,048 + $81,681

$107,729

2024

$1,764 (+13.2%)

$16,901 + $74,208

$91,109

2023

$1,558 (+11.5%)

$12,804 + $64,469

$77,273

2022

$1,397 (+19.0%)

$7,209 + $59,721

$66,930

2021

$1,174 (+93.7%)

$7,209 + $46,219

$53,428

2020

$606

$7,209 + $20,095

$27,304

2019

$606 (−0.1%)

$7,209 + $20,095

$27,304

2018

$607 (+3.0%)

$7,209 + $20,095

$27,304

2017

$589 (+4.3%)

$7,068 + $19,015

$26,083

2016

$565 (−10.2%)

$7,068 + $17,975

$25,043

2014

$629 (−13.2%)

$10,890 + $16,848

$27,738

2013

$725 (−0.2%)

$10,890 + $21,528

$32,418

2012

$726 (−0.2%)

$10,890 + $21,527

$32,417

2011

$728

2010

$728

2008

$728

*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

Beds

Baths

Stories

1.5

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

5.5 Acres

Year renovated

2015

Sq. Ft.

1,248

Year built

1975

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Heard County

APN

0041 0085

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 14, 2026.

Rural Development District

The purpose of the rural development district is to provide a low-density residential area with no public sewerage and to preserve the rural character of the county.

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Agriculture
Greenhouse / nursery
Livestock production
Gas station
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Other
Infrastructure
Infrastructure-Other
Public service
Veterinary clinic

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Parking Features: Driveway, Kitchen Level, RV Access/Parking
Open Parking: Yes

Interior

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Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Master Bathroom Features: Tub/Shower Combo

Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Bedroom Features: Master on Main

Interior Features
Interior Features: Other
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Electric Range, Refrigerator
Flooring: Other

Room Information
LaundryFeatures: In Kitchen, Main Level
Kitchen Features: Breakfast Room,Cabinets White,Country Kitchen,Eat-in Kitchen,Pantry
Dining Room Features: None
Room Type: Bonus Room, Computer Room

Exterior

Property Information
Levels: Two
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,248
Construction Materials: Frame, Other
Exterior Features: Private Yard
Roof: Composition
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Rear Porch
Property Condition: Resale
Foundation Details: Slab
Other Structures: Shed(s)

Lot Information
TaxLegalDescription: HSE/ACC/5.50 ACS/LOT 12/LL 285 & 289/12 LD

Financial

Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional

Utilities

Utility Information
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Heating: Central
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: Electricity Available, Water Available

Location

School Information
Elementary School: Heard County
Middle Or Junior School: Heard County
High School: Heard County

Location Information
Directions: GPS Friendly. If you get to the dirt road (to nature preserve) you have gone too far. Home on right before dirt road.
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Road Frontage Type: County Road

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,248
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 5.5 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1975
Year Renovated: 2015
County: Heard County
APN: 0041 0085

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 14, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Heard County Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 5.8mi

5/10

Heard County Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.8mi

9/10

New Heard County High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.8mi

6/10

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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

4/10 Fire Factor

0.93% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

5/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 106° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

36% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

3/10 Air Factor

4 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Franklin, GA • 30217

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In this area, properties receive around 9.3 hours in June and 5.2 hours in December, which is comparable to the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$257,000 – $311,000

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
4072 S River Road, Franklin, GA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2176 Sq. Ft.	$393,796
4445 S River Road, Franklin, GA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1128 Sq. Ft.	$277,883

Address	Redfin Estimate
4325 S River Road, Franklin, GA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1484 Sq. Ft.	$168,808
4079 S River Road, Franklin, GA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2745 Sq. Ft.	$470,887

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3944 S River Road, Franklin, GA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1040 Sq. Ft.	$224,699

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