Looking for a great investment property? Rustic cabin in Franklin County only a half mile from Poplar Springs Boat Ramp on Lake Hartwell. Home has a large yard with room for your fishing boat or camper. Nice upgrades include a newer metal roof and HVAC is 4 years old. All appliances stay including new washer and dryer. Enjoy the rustic feel of the home with a wood burning stove and a clawfoot tub. Public water and a new septic field and pump in November 2022. This is a great place to escape the city and relax on the rocking chair front porch that overlooks the private yard. Home can be purchased furnished or unfurnished. Would make the perfect long term or short term rental.
COZY CABIN IN THE WOODS!!!!! 2 bedroom/1 bath cabin situated on almost 2 acres!!! Private lot close to the lake!!!! Just a short walk or drive to Lake Hartwell and just minutes from Tugaloo State Park and Poplar Springs Boat Ramp. This cozy little cabin features a large eat-in kitchen with lots of cabinets and space! Split bedroom plan with an oversized owner's suite! Covered back patio and large shaded rocking chair front porch! The bathroom has a charming claw-foot soaking tub. New roof, HVAC system, electrical, and plumbing!!! Tons of parking!
GAMLS #8462476
Sep 26, 2019
Sold
$80,000
$57/sq ft
Oct 1, 2018
Listed
$89,000
$64/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 16, 1995
Sold
$54,000
$39/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$896 (−29.4%)
$11,892 + $46,896
$58,788
2025
$1,270 (+9.0%)
$11,892 + $46,896
$58,788
2024
$1,165 (+35.5%)
$11,892 + $46,896
$58,788
2023
$859 (+4.6%)
$7,370 + $44,494
$51,864
2022
$822 (+84.1%)
$7,333 + $28,773
$36,106
2021
$447 (−1.0%)
$5,712 + $26,146
$31,858
2020
$451 (+3.5%)
$5,712 + $10,517
$16,229
2019
$436 (+1.1%)
$5,712 + $10,517
$16,229
2018
$431 (−3.8%)
$6,975 + $9,071
$16,046
2017
$448 (+0.5%)
$6,975 + $9,071
$16,046
2016
$446 (−2.0%)
$6,975 + $8,340
$15,315
2015
$455 (+9.6%)
$6,975 + $8,340
$15,315
2014
$415
$6,975 + $8,340
$15,315
Tax history for 1617 Poplar Springs Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$896 (−29.4%)
$11,892 + $46,896
$58,788
2025
$1,270 (+9.0%)
$11,892 + $46,896
$58,788
2024
$1,165 (+35.5%)
$11,892 + $46,896
$58,788
2023
$859 (+4.6%)
$7,370 + $44,494
$51,864
2022
$822 (+84.1%)
$7,333 + $28,773
$36,106
2021
$447 (−1.0%)
$5,712 + $26,146
$31,858
2020
$451 (+3.5%)
$5,712 + $10,517
$16,229
2019
$436 (+1.1%)
$5,712 + $10,517
$16,229
2018
$431 (−3.8%)
$6,975 + $9,071
$16,046
2017
$448 (+0.5%)
$6,975 + $9,071
$16,046
2016
$446 (−2.0%)
$6,975 + $8,340
$15,315
2015
$455 (+9.6%)
$6,975 + $8,340
$15,315
2014
$415
$6,975 + $8,340
$15,315
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Unparsed Address: 1617 Poplar Springs Road, Lavonia GA 30553
City: Lavonia
County Or Parish: Franklin
State Or Province: GA
PostalCode: 30553
Country: US
Subdivision Name: none
Coordinates: -83.09522,34.524137
Directions: Exit 173 on I-85, go North on Hwy 17 towards Toccoa, Right on Gerrard Rd then left at stop sign on Hwy 328 Gumlog Rd. Right on Poplar Springs Rd. Property is 1.5 miles on the left.
Community Information
Community Features: None
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,393
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.93 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1925
Year Renovated: 2000
County: Franklin County
APN: 060A 030 B
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 23, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Photos Count: 49
Listing Information
List Price: 239900
Search Price: 212000
Close Price: 212000
Listing Id: 10196478
Original List Price: 249000
Listing Date Information
On Market Date: 2023-08-27
Close Date: 2023-12-05
Listing Contract Date: 2023-08-22
Purchase Contract Date: 2023-10-30
Off Market Date: 2023-10-30
Around this home
Schools
Lavonia Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 6.5mi
5/10
Franklin County Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 10.6mi
5/10
Franklin County High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 12.9mi
5/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 106° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
4% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$223,000 – $270,000
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