Lovable city cottage on a desired town street. This home is perfect for a first-time buyer, someone looking to downsize, or an in-town rental. Updated throughout with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, while keeping some of the historical charm. Enjoy coffee in the morning or an evening cocktail on the front porch or the backyard patio. The cottage features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, dining room, living room, and a breakfast area. The location is perfect for walking, biking or golf carting to nearby shopping, restaurants, and parks. Roof and HVAC replaced within the last year.
Single-familyProperty Type
1935Year Built
9,583 sq ftLot Size
2 spacesParking
Listed by Jason Justice• Greene Real Estate Co.
Contact: 770-531-1966
Bought with Jeffrey Cooper• Buffington Real Estate Group, LLC
Source:FMLS #7694758
Redfin Estimate
$427,163
$47K since sold in March 2026$5,000 since August
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Estimate history
Homes for sale
This home's estimate is 29.8% higher than the average sale price ($329K) of 5 comparable homes.
Est. $2,293 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 1157 Riverside Dr
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
FMLS #7694758
Mar 16, 2026
Sold
$380,000
Jan 13, 2026
Pending
—
Jan 1, 2026
Contingent
—
Dec 20, 2025
Listed
$389,900
GAMLS #10660599
Mar 16, 2026
Sold
$380,000
Jan 13, 2026
Pending
—
Jan 1, 2026
Contingent
—
Dec 20, 2025
Listed
$389,900
Lovable city cottage on a desired town street. This home is perfect for a first-time buyer, someone looking to downsize, or an in-town rental. Updated throughout with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, while keeping some of the historical charm. Enjoy coffee in the morning or an evening cocktail on the front porch or the backyard patio. The cottage features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, dining room, living room, and a breakfast area. The location is perfect for walking, biking or golf carting to nearby shopping, restaurants, and parks. Roof and HVAC replaced within the last year.
Public Records
Oct 25, 2019
Sold
$230,000
GAMLS #8162068
Jun 6, 2017
Sold
$218,000
May 2, 2017
Pending
—
Apr 20, 2017
Price Changed
$224,900
Mar 31, 2017
Listed
$235,000
Wonderful opportunity to live in one of the most adorable homes on Riverside Drive! Updated beautifully with granite countertops and lovely paint colors, yet retaining the original charm such as built ins and doorknobs! Gleaming hardwood floors throughout, living room, dining room, breakfast area, separate den, 2 bedrooms and 2 baths.This home is so bright and airy! Rocking chair front porch! Walk to restaurants, parks, and grocery stores.
FMLS #5827062
Jun 5, 2017
Sold
$218,000
May 2, 2017
Contingent
—
Apr 20, 2017
Price Changed
$224,900
Mar 31, 2017
Listed
$235,000
FMLS #5109698
Jul 10, 2013
Price Changed
$145,000
Jul 10, 2013
Listing Removed
—
Jun 28, 2013
Price Changed
$150,000
Jun 28, 2013
Sold
$145,000
Jun 12, 2013
Pending
—
Jun 4, 2013
Contingent
—
May 3, 2013
Price Changed
$150,000
Feb 12, 2013
Listed
$230,000
GAMLS #7050992
Jul 26, 2013
Price Changed
$145,000
Jun 5, 2013
Pending
—
Jun 5, 2013
Price Changed
$150,000
May 28, 2013
Sold
$145,000
May 3, 2013
Price Changed
$150,000
Feb 12, 2013
Listed
$230,000
Public Records
Aug 11, 2003
Sold
$150,000
Public Records
Jan 7, 1997
Sold
$85,000
Public Records
Jan 3, 1997
Sold
$100,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$607 (−11.9%)
$27,880 + $150,760
$178,640
2024
$689 (+18.9%)
$27,880 + $150,760
$178,640
2023
$579 (+12.4%)
$23,200 + $159,880
$183,080
2022
$516 (+15.9%)
$15,600 + $146,280
$161,880
2021
$445 (−80.1%)
$11,680 + $97,720
$109,400
2020
$2,233 (+24.1%)
$11,680 + $73,720
$85,400
2019
$1,799 (−2.5%)
$10,720 + $48,240
$58,960
2018
$1,846 (+51.1%)
$10,720 + $48,320
$59,040
2017
$1,221 (+2.3%)
$11,520 + $27,898
$39,418
2016
$1,194 (−6.3%)
$11,520 + $27,898
$39,418
2014
$1,274 (−2.2%)
$11,520 + $27,898
$39,418
2013
$1,302 (−0.1%)
$11,540 + $27,898
$39,438
2012
$1,304 (+2.0%)
$5,848 + $33,591
$39,439
2010
$1,279 (+398.9%)
$11,540 + $27,898
$39,438
2009
$256
$11,540 + $27,898
$39,438
2008
$256
$11,540 + $27,898
$39,438
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
5
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
50 ft.
Lot depth
195 ft.
Lot size
9,583 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2005
Sq. Ft.
1,266
Year built
1935
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Hall County
APN
01075 001013
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on May 28, 2026.
R-I
Residential District
The R-I Residential District is established to provide areas of primarily low- to moderate-density, single-family residential development along with other uses that are compatible with a residential environment such as recreational, educational, and religious facilities. This district is intended to implement the city comprehensive plan's suburban, medium-density residential future land use category with a density not to exceed 2 dwelling units per acre. This district is also intended to provide for new, high-quality infill residential development that maintains community character, and ensures stable, long-term property values and neighborhoods, at higher densities than the base density of the zoning district, subject to compatibility standards and/or pursuant to a specific neighborhood plan.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Community / recreation center
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Public service
Educational/school
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Total Parking: 2
Parking Features: Parking Pad
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Master Bathroom Features: Tub/Shower Combo,Other
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 3
Bedroom Features: Master on Main
Interior Features
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room
Interior Features: Disappearing Attic Stairs, Bookcases, High Ceilings 9 ft Main, Other
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Microwave
Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate
Room Information
LaundryFeatures: Laundry Room
Kitchen Features: Cabinets White,Stone Counters
Dining Room Features: Separate Dining Room
Room Type: Living Room
Exterior
Property Information
Levels: One
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,266
Construction Materials: Frame, Other
Exterior Features: Other
Roof: Shingle, Composition
Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Patio
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Foundation Details: Block
Lot Information
TaxLegalDescription: 1157 RIVERSIDE DRIVE NE
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: FHA
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Central Air, Heat Pump
Heating: Central, Heat Pump, Hot Water, Forced Air
Water Source: Public
Electric: 110 Volts
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Enota Multiple Intelligences Academy
High School: Gainesville
Location Information
Directions: 60N, Right on Park Hill, Left on Riverside, Right on Enota, Left on Cumberland Dr, home on Left. Use GPS
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Community Information
Community Features: Near Schools, Near Shopping, Park, Playground, Restaurant
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,266
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 9,583 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1935
Year Renovated: 2005
County: Hall County
APN: 01075 001013
Home facts updated by county records on May 28, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Enota Multiple Intelligences Academy
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
8/10
Gainesville Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi
5/10
Gainesville High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.7mi
4/10
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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 101° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
9% 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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In this area, properties receive around 8.9 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$406,000 – $492,000
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