Welcome to your perfect lakeside escape on beautiful Lake Hartwell! This inviting 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers the ideal blend of cozy charm and waterfront living, nestled in a peaceful, well-established neighborhood just minutes from town. Step inside to discover warm, rustic character with stunning tongue-and-groove walls and ceilings that create a welcoming, cabin-like feel throughout. The open living space is perfect for relaxing after a day on the water, while windows invite in natural light and showcase serene lake views. Step outside onto the spacious wraparound deck, perfect for entertaining, grilling, or simply soaking in the peaceful surroundings and panoramic lake views. Enjoy your morning coffee or evening sunsets overlooking the water, then head down to your private dock complete with a boat lift-ready for effortless days of boating, fishing, and swimming. The home also features an unfinished basement, offering excellent potential for expansion, additional living space, or convenient storage for lake gear and outdoor equipment. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, weekend getaway, or investment opportunity, this home delivers comfort, convenience, and timeless lake charm.
Single-familyProperty Type
2005Year Built
0.35 acresLot Size
$404Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Matthew Snelling• Drake Realty Lake Area
Bought with Stephen Caudell• Hammock Realty North Georgia
Est. $2,569 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 1510 Old Beacon Light Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
GAMLS #10717779
Apr 27, 2026
Sold
$664,000
$404/sq ft
Apr 6, 2026
Pending
—
Apr 4, 2026
Contingent
—
Mar 22, 2026
Listed
$675,000
$411/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 25, 2019
Sold
$334,600
$204/sq ft
GAMLS #8508289
Feb 22, 2019
Sold
$334,660
$204/sq ft
This great Lake Hartwell home is located just minutes from the town of Hartwell for easy access to shopping and restaurants. On the main level the great room is open to the dining area and the kitchen. The great room opens onto a covered porch and open deck overlooking the lake. There is also a bedroom and full bath on the main level. Upstairs is the large master suite with a private covered balcony overlooking the lake. There is third bedroom on the upper level. The unfinished basement is great for storage and leads to a gentle walk to the covered slip dock with a very private setting. The view is spectacular.
Hive MLS #CM956482
Oct 22, 2017
Listing Removed
—
Apr 22, 2017
Listed
$429,000
$261/sq ft
Public Records
May 22, 2013
Sold
$310,000
$189/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 27, 2010
Sold
$300,000
$183/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,774 (+3.2%)
$120,000 + $81,252
$201,252
2024
$2,688 (−3.0%)
$120,000 + $81,252
$201,252
2023
$2,770 (−4.0%)
$108,000 + $71,373
$179,373
2022
$2,885 (+19.0%)
$108,000 + $65,269
$173,269
2021
$2,425 (+2.3%)
$108,000 + $65,269
$173,269
2020
$2,370 (+3.8%)
$68,000 + $54,353
$122,353
2019
$2,282 (−1.1%)
$68,000 + $54,353
$122,353
2018
$2,307 (−0.1%)
$64,000 + $52,753
$116,753
2017
$2,309 (+4.4%)
$64,000 + $52,167
$116,167
2016
$2,213 (+2.0%)
$64,000 + $52,167
$116,167
2015
$2,169 (−3.9%)
$56,000 + $51,912
$107,912
2014
$2,258
$64,000 + $49,724
$113,724
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
2
Stories
1.5
Lot width
100 ft.
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.35 Acres
Year renovated
2005
Sq. Ft.
1,520
Year built
2005
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Hart County
APN
C56B 009
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 2, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Open Parking
Total Number Of Slips: 1
Parking Features: Parking Pad
Interior
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2
Bathrooms Full: 2
Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 3
Main Level Bedrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Heat Pump
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Interior Features
Interior Features: Beamed Ceilings
Living Area: 1642
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Appraiser
Above Grade Finished Area: 1642
Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Below Grade Finished Area: 0
Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Below Grade Unfinished: 931
Levels: Two
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator
Laundry Features: In Hall
Flooring: Carpet, Tile
Fireplaces Total: 0
Room Information
Basement: Bath/Stubbed, Unfinished
Room Types: Family Room
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Balcony, Dock
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Porch
Roof: Metal
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Window Features: Double Pane Windows
Property Information
Property Condition: Resale
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Electric On Property YN: Yes
Structure Type: House
Other Structures: Covered Dock
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Lot Information
Is Waterfront
Has View
Lot Size Area: 15246
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Square Feet: 15246
Lot Size Acres: 0.35
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Sloped
Frontage Type: Lakefront
Waterfront Features: Corps of Engineers Control, Deep Water Access, Dock Rights, Floating Dock, Lake
Water Body Name: Lake Hartwell
Building Information
Year Built: 2005
Building Area Total: 1642
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Appraiser
Financial
Tax Information
Parcel Number: C56B 009
Tax Annual Amount: 2769.86
Tax Year: 23
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional 90%
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: Electricity Available, High Speed Internet
Location
HOA Information
No
Association Fee: 0
Association Fee Includes: None
School Information
Elementary School: North Hart
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 1510 Old Beacon Light Road, Hartwell GA 30643
City: Hartwell
County Or Parish: Hart
State Or Province: GA
PostalCode: 30643
Country: US
Subdivision Name: Pine Acres
Coordinates: -82.946256,34.374438
Directions: From downtown Athens: Take Hwy. 72 north to Hwy. 172. TL onto Hwy. 172 and continue 28 miles to downtown Hartwell. TL on W. Franklin St. When W. Franklin St dead ends, TR on W. Howell St. Travel 1.5 miles to Beacon Light Rd. TR and then immediately TR again onto Old Beacon Light Rd. House is on right side near end of road. The number is on mailbox. From I-85, take exit 177 and head south on Hwy. 77 / Providence Church Rd. When the road ends, TL onto Hwy. 51. Then immediately TL onto Beacon Light Rd. and then immediately TR again onto Old Beacon Light Rd. House is on right side near end of road. The number is on mailbox.
Community Information
Community Features: None
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,520
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 0.35 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2005
Year Renovated: 2005
County: Hart County
APN: C56B 009
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 2, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Photos Count: 49
Listing Information
Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, Other, VA Loan
List Price: 675000
Search Price: 664000
Close Price: 664000
Listing Id: 10717779
Original List Price: 675000
Listing Date Information
On Market Date: 2026-03-22
Close Date: 2026-04-27
Listing Contract Date: 2026-03-22
Purchase Contract Date: 2026-03-28
Off Market Date: 2026-03-28
Around this home
Schools
North Hart Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 3.2mi
8/10
Hart County Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.2mi
6/10
Hart County High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.3mi
7/10
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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
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 105° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
11% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Hartwell, GA • 30643
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Sun exposure
99/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 28% for direct sun exposure in Hartwell. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.2 hrs
7.1 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$631,000 – $764,000
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