This great Lake Hartwell home is just 10 minutes off of I-85 Exit 173. It is located in a protected subdivision, and an additional adjacent lakefront lot is included in the sale. The main level has wood flooring, an updated kitchen and dining area and a large lakefront rec room. There are three bedrooms and two baths on this level. The lower level has a finished flex room with inside access to use an office, exercise or bunk room for additional sleeping. There is an improved walkway to the covered slip dock, and there is also covered parking for two cars or boats.
Single-familyProperty Type
1975Year Built
0.39 acresLot Size
$327Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Spot On The Lake• Keller Williams Lanier Partner
Bought with Daniel Moorhead• Keller Williams Lanier Partner
This great Lake Hartwell home is just 10 minutes off of I-85 Exit 173. It is located in a protected subdivision, and an additional adjacent lakefront lot is included in the sale. The main level has wood flooring, an updated kitchen and dining area and a large lakefront rec room. There are three bedrooms and two baths on this level. The lower level has a finished flex room with inside access to use an office, exercise or bunk room for additional sleeping. There is an improved walkway to the covered slip dock, and there is also covered parking for two cars or boats.
WUMLS #20184505
Jun 29, 2018
Sold
$234,500
$200/sq ft
Feb 10, 2017
Listed
$229,000
$195/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 12, 1996
Sold
$112,500
$96/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,202 (+3.9%)
$72,000 + $66,563
$138,563
2025
$3,083 (+10.9%)
$72,000 + $66,563
$138,563
2024
$2,781 (+2.6%)
$72,000 + $65,850
$137,850
2023
$2,710 (−3.7%)
$57,600 + $61,460
$119,060
2022
$2,815 (+8.3%)
$57,600 + $56,252
$113,852
2021
$2,599 (+9.8%)
$57,600 + $51,509
$109,109
2020
$2,368 (+10.1%)
$50,000 + $44,456
$94,456
2019
$2,151 (−0.6%)
$49,554 + $30,518
$80,072
2018
$2,163 (−3.8%)
$50,000 + $30,523
$80,523
2017
$2,249 (−0.4%)
$50,000 + $30,523
$80,523
2016
$2,259 (+3.2%)
$50,000 + $27,441
$77,441
2015
$2,189 (+9.7%)
$50,000 + $23,641
$73,641
2014
$1,996
$50,000 + $23,641
$73,641
Tax history for 197 Rue Chalet
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,202 (+3.9%)
$72,000 + $66,563
$138,563
2025
$3,083 (+10.9%)
$72,000 + $66,563
$138,563
2024
$2,781 (+2.6%)
$72,000 + $65,850
$137,850
2023
$2,710 (−3.7%)
$57,600 + $61,460
$119,060
2022
$2,815 (+8.3%)
$57,600 + $56,252
$113,852
2021
$2,599 (+9.8%)
$57,600 + $51,509
$109,109
2020
$2,368 (+10.1%)
$50,000 + $44,456
$94,456
2019
$2,151 (−0.6%)
$49,554 + $30,518
$80,072
2018
$2,163 (−3.8%)
$50,000 + $30,523
$80,523
2017
$2,249 (−0.4%)
$50,000 + $30,523
$80,523
2016
$2,259 (+3.2%)
$50,000 + $27,441
$77,441
2015
$2,189 (+9.7%)
$50,000 + $23,641
$73,641
2014
$1,996
$50,000 + $23,641
$73,641
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Appliances: Convection Oven, Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Interior Features
Flooring: Concrete, Hardwood
Other Features: Bookcases, Ceiling Fan(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), High Ceilings, Separate Shower, Upper Level Primary, Walk-In Closet(s), Separate/Formal Living Room
Exterior
Building Information
Year Built Details: 31-50 Years
Roof Details: Metal
Construction Details: Vinyl Siding
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Deck
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Porch, Screened
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.39
Lot Size Acres: 0.39
Lot Features: Outside City Limits, Subdivision, Views, Wooded
Has Waterfront
Water Body Name: Hartwell
Waterfront Features: Boat Dock/Slip, Water Access
Property Information
Has View
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,172
Foundation Details: Basement
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $2,492
Tax Year: 2016
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Forced Air
Has Heating
Heating: Electric, Heat Pump
Location
HOA Information
Has Association
Association Fee: $100
Annually
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,538
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 9,650 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1975
Year Renovated: 2000
County: Franklin County
APN: 061D 430
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 23, 2026
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Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Lavonia Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 4.3mi
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Franklin County Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 8.7mi
5/10
Franklin County High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 11.0mi
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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
0.15% 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
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4 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$365,000 – $442,000
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