MOVE right in and ENJOY country living at its best!! FEEL the peace and Serenity at this beautifully renovated home on over an acre of land with 3 large pecan trees. In the sought after REED CREEK area with close proximity to LAKE HARTWELL! WARM yourself at the firepit overlooking the grassy pastures. Feel WELCOMED by the full length front porch, WANDER into the large foyer and you will ENVISION the gatherings to come. Notice all THREE fireplaces to keep you cozy. Get CREATIVE with the bonus room, have you ever wanted your own bunkroom, library, office, craft room, the possibilities are ENDLESS. And if you need more space, IMAGINE the attic expansion that could be done! The FRESHLY painted red barn includes multiple stalls plus a large open space upstairs for a game room, man cave, or storage. There are two additional storage buildings with electricity, bring your tools and hobbies, there is room for it ALL. And yet there is still plenty of room to PLAY in the fenced yard. This NEWLY renovated home is ready for YOU.
Single-familyProperty Type
1953Year Built
1.11 acresLot Size
$234Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 spacesParking
Listed by Michelle VanHemert• Living Down South Realty
Bought with Michele Hake• Virtual Properties Realty.com
Fixer upper farm house with 8 stall barn(with hay loft), workshop, storage building, and completely fenced corner lot! 1953 Farm house was remodeled in late 1990's, vinyl siding added, insulated vinyl windows installed and oak kitchen cabinets installed. Home needs roof repair/replacement. Master bath in rear of home has apparent roof leak that has significant damage that needs repair. This will not meet USDA or FHA or VA in present condition! If you are handy or willing to pay for needed repairs this could be a home to enjoy or resell or rent to others. Three huge pecan trees frame this old house. Do you have a horse? Nice 8 stall barn for your horse or farm animals on the total fenced, grassed 1.1 acre level homeplace. This is an estate sale and there are no disclosures. AS IS. This home has served this family well and is ready to be put back to good condition for the next family to enjoy. Furnishings and appliances in process of being removed. Active termites were found in crawl space and treated by American Pest control. This pest control agreement is good for renewal for 2 years at $240/year. Buyer should inspect to determine if any repairs required.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,049 (−3.1%)
$9,882 + $68,260
$78,142
2024
$1,084 (+46.3%)
$9,882 + $68,260
$78,142
2023
$740 (−26.2%)
$7,511 + $60,439
$67,950
2022
$1,003 (+59.0%)
$6,623 + $53,602
$60,225
2021
$631 (+287.1%)
$6,623 + $53,602
$60,225
2020
$163 (−0.8%)
$3,585 + $14,827
$18,412
2019
$164 (−8.6%)
$3,585 + $14,827
$18,412
2018
$180 (+1.1%)
$3,585 + $14,818
$18,403
2017
$178 (+11.1%)
$3,585 + $15,355
$18,940
2016
$160 (−4.8%)
$3,585 + $15,355
$18,940
2015
$168 (+14.3%)
$2,398 + $15,436
$17,834
2014
$147
$2,173 + $15,309
$17,482
Tax history for 5888 Mount Olivet Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,049 (−3.1%)
$9,882 + $68,260
$78,142
2024
$1,084 (+46.3%)
$9,882 + $68,260
$78,142
2023
$740 (−26.2%)
$7,511 + $60,439
$67,950
2022
$1,003 (+59.0%)
$6,623 + $53,602
$60,225
2021
$631 (+287.1%)
$6,623 + $53,602
$60,225
2020
$163 (−0.8%)
$3,585 + $14,827
$18,412
2019
$164 (−8.6%)
$3,585 + $14,827
$18,412
2018
$180 (+1.1%)
$3,585 + $14,818
$18,403
2017
$178 (+11.1%)
$3,585 + $15,355
$18,940
2016
$160 (−4.8%)
$3,585 + $15,355
$18,940
2015
$168 (+14.3%)
$2,398 + $15,436
$17,834
2014
$147
$2,173 + $15,309
$17,482
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.11 Acres
Year renovated
2010
Sq. Ft.
1,064
Year built
1953
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Hart County
APN
C40 047
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 2, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Carport
Parking Total: 3
Parking Features: Carport
Interior
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2
Bathrooms Full: 2
Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 2
Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Electric, Central
Has Cooling
Cooling: Electric, Central Air
Interior Features
Interior Features: Bookcases
Living Area: 1064
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Public Records
Above Grade Finished Area: 1064
Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Levels: One
Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Has Fireplace
Fireplaces Total: 3
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Other
Room Information
Room Kitchen Features: Pantry
Basement: Crawl Space
Room Types: Foyer, Family Room, Library, Office
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Metal
Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, Vinyl Siding
Window Features: Double Pane Windows
Property Information
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled, Resale
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 1.11
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Square Feet: 48351.6
Lot Size Acres: 1.11
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Level, Private
Building Information
Year Built: 1953
Building Area Total: 1064
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Public Records
Financial
Tax Information
Parcel Number: C40 047
Tax Annual Amount: 162.91
Tax Year: 2020
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Other
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
HOA Information
Association Fee Includes: None
School Information
Elementary School: North Hart
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 5888 Mount Olivet Road, Hartwell GA 30643
City: Hartwell
County Or Parish: Hart
State Or Province: GA
PostalCode: 30643
Country: US
Subdivision Name: None
Coordinates: -82.973246,34.429632
Directions: From I-85 Exit 177, take ramp right for GA-77 South toward Hartwell / Lake Hartwell onto GA-77. Turn left onto Junction 77 Rd. Turn left onto Mount Olivet Rd. After 1.3 miles the house will be on the right.
Community Information
Community Features: Boat/Camper/Van Prkg
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,064
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.11 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1953
Year Renovated: 2010
County: Hart County
APN: C40 047
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 2, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Photos Count: 8
Listing Information
Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, USDA Loan
Special Listing Conditions: Investor Owned
List Price: 179900
Search Price: 175000
Close Price: 175000
Listing Id: 8918099
Original List Price: 179900
Listing Date Information
On Market Date: 2021-01-26
Close Date: 2021-04-16
Purchase Contract Date: 2021-03-06
Off Market Date: 2021-03-06
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Schools
North Hart Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 4.2mi
8/10
Hart County Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 6.2mi
6/10
Hart County High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.3mi
7/10
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1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 105° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
3/10 Wind Factor
6% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$237,000 – $287,000
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