This Lake Hartwell cabin is just 10 minutes from I85, Exit 173 and is located in the sought after Poplar Springs area of the lake. The cabin has everything a second home owner will need and is located on one of the most gorgeous locations on the lake. There is a huge view looking straight down the main channel and a short, gentle walk to a new double slip dock that is included with the sale. This cabin has large homes on either side making this one of the best investments on the lake. There is also covered parking for two cars or boats. This property is sold with no disclosures or warranties.
Single-familyProperty Type
1962Year Built
$130Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Spot On The Lake• Keller Williams Lanier Partner
Bought with Michael Miller• Keller Williams Lanier Partner
This Lake Hartwell cabin is just 10 minutes from I85, Exit 173 and is located in the sought after Poplar Springs area of the lake. The cabin has everything a second home owner will need and is located on one of the most gorgeous locations on the lake. There is a huge view looking straight down the main channel and a short, gentle walk to the double slip dock that is included with the sale. This cabin has large homes on either side making this one of the best investments on the lake. The property is being sold as is with no warranties or disclosures.
GAMLS #7430585
Nov 1, 2015
Listing Removed
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Apr 6, 2015
Listed
$250,000
$61/sq ft
GAMLS #7298045
Jan 1, 2015
Listing Removed
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Jul 3, 2014
Listed
$300,000
$73/sq ft
GAMLS #7120293
Feb 1, 2014
Listing Removed
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Jun 29, 2013
Listed
$339,000
$82/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 28, 2011
Sold
$275,000
$67/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 7, 2000
Sold
$150,000
$36/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,285 (+13.9%)
$100,000 + $46,880
$146,880
2024
$2,884 (+1.1%)
$100,000 + $46,880
$146,880
2023
$2,854 (−5.2%)
$80,000 + $43,477
$123,477
2022
$3,009 (+6.2%)
$80,000 + $39,891
$119,891
2021
$2,832 (+4.1%)
$80,000 + $36,622
$116,622
2020
$2,722 (+3.5%)
$71,060 + $31,890
$102,950
2019
$2,630 (+3.8%)
$71,060 + $26,843
$97,903
2018
$2,534 (−1.0%)
$71,060 + $23,257
$94,317
2017
$2,560 (−2.3%)
$71,060 + $20,589
$91,649
2016
$2,619 (+1.7%)
$71,060 + $18,716
$89,776
2015
$2,576 (+9.7%)
$71,060 + $15,596
$86,656
2014
$2,349
$71,060 + $15,596
$86,656
Tax history for 561 Riverbend Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,285 (+13.9%)
$100,000 + $46,880
$146,880
2024
$2,884 (+1.1%)
$100,000 + $46,880
$146,880
2023
$2,854 (−5.2%)
$80,000 + $43,477
$123,477
2022
$3,009 (+6.2%)
$80,000 + $39,891
$119,891
2021
$2,832 (+4.1%)
$80,000 + $36,622
$116,622
2020
$2,722 (+3.5%)
$71,060 + $31,890
$102,950
2019
$2,630 (+3.8%)
$71,060 + $26,843
$97,903
2018
$2,534 (−1.0%)
$71,060 + $23,257
$94,317
2017
$2,560 (−2.3%)
$71,060 + $20,589
$91,649
2016
$2,619 (+1.7%)
$71,060 + $18,716
$89,776
2015
$2,576 (+9.7%)
$71,060 + $15,596
$86,656
2014
$2,349
$71,060 + $15,596
$86,656
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.45 Acres
Year renovated
2000
Sq. Ft.
1,030
Year built
1962
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Franklin County
APN
060F 020
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.
Property details
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms Possible: 2
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Equipment
Appliances: Electric Oven, Electric Range, Refrigerator
Interior Features
Other Features: Fireplace
Exterior
Building Information
Stories: 1
Year Built Details: Over 50 Years
Roof Details: Metal
Construction Details: Block, Concrete
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Deck, Patio
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Porch, Screened
Lot Information
Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, Outside City Limits, Subdivision
Has Waterfront
Water Body Name: Hartwell
Waterfront Features: Boat Dock/Slip
Property Information
Below Grade Finished Area: 2,000
Above Grade Finished Area: 2,129
Foundation Details: Slab
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $2,576
Tax Year: 2015
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Forced Air
Has Heating
Heating: Electric
Location
HOA Information
Annually
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,030
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.45 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1962
Year Renovated: 2000
County: Franklin County
APN: 060F 020
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Lavonia Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 6.1mi
5/10
Franklin County Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 10.4mi
5/10
Franklin County High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 12.7mi
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
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 106° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
3/10 Wind Factor
5% 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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Lavonia, GA • 30553
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Estimated sale price
$509,000 – $616,000
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