Are you looking for a quiet homestead in the hills of north Georgia? This home rests on 5.95 acres with a diverse variety of vegetation, fruit trees and flora. The property has a rolling 3 acres of partially fenced in pasture with the potential for multifamily purposes – No HOA. Corner lot with road frontage on two sides. Home features 3 bedrooms/2 full baths on main level with 2 large bonus/bedrooms and an additional full bath on the second floor with plenty of room for a growing family. Kitchen has a breakfast bar with view of the family room which features a large brick, wood burning fireplace. Separate dining room offers ample space for gatherings. Large Primary bedroom, full bath and walk-thru closet provide easy access to the 2 additional bedrooms and a recently updated full bath, just across the hall. Staircase to the upper two Bonus rooms and bath is just off kitchen and garage area. Great for guests and company or to use as a teen suite. Enjoy the serenity of country living with gorgeous year round views from the covered porches but still have easy access to I-85, local shopping, restaurants, activities and national parks. This property features 3000+ sqft of fertile garden plots, and two separate storage sheds great for livestock, storage and other lawn and garden activities.
Single-familyProperty Type
2000Year Built
5.95 acresLot Size
$164Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by PATSY CRAVEN• Virtual Properties Realty.com
Bought with Kabirah Epps• Platinum Real Estate, LLC.
Source:FMLS #7119859
Redfin Estimate
$426,292
$106K since sold in November 2022$1,000 since October
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This home's estimate is 3.6% higher than the average sale price ($412K) of 6 comparable homes.
Are you looking for a quiet homestead in the hills of north Georgia? This home rests on 5.95 acres with a diverse variety of vegetation, fruit trees and flora. The property has a rolling 3 acres of partially fenced in pasture with the potential for multifamily purposes Co No HOA. Corner lot with road frontage on two sides. Home features 3 bedrooms/2 full baths on main level with 2 large bonus/bedrooms and an additional full bath on the second floor with plenty of room for a growing family. Kitchen has a breakfast bar with view of the family room which features a large brick, wood burning fireplace. Separate dining room offers ample space for gatherings. Large Primary bedroom, full bath and walk-thru closet provide easy access to the 2 additional bedrooms and a recently updated full bath, just across the hall. Staircase to the upper two Bonus rooms and bath is just off kitchen and garage area. Great for guests and company or to use as a teen suite. Enjoy the serenity of country living with gorgeous year round views from the covered porches but still have easy access to I-85, local shopping, restaurants, activities and national parks. This property features 3000+ sqft of fertile garden plots, and two separate storage sheds great for livestock, storage and other lawn and garden activities.
GAMLS #8705412
Mar 13, 2020
Sold
$220,000
$84/sq ft
Dec 10, 2019
Listed
$220,000
$84/sq ft
Wow! Looking for space inside and out? Look no further! This spacious Cape Cod home that sits on 5.95 peaceful acres which features hardwood floors, other wooden details throughout the home, 5 bedrooms & 3 full bathrooms of which 3 bedrooms and 2 baths are on the main floor. One of the spacious bedrooms upstairs has beautiful, wooden vaulted ceilings and could be used as a recreation or media room, the other upstairs spacious bedroom has an on-suite bathroom. Mater-suite has large walk-in closet, double vanity sinks, jacuzzi/garden tub with separate shower. Living room has brick fire place, and there is a separate dining room. Relax on your rocking chair front or back porch while looking out over your 5.95 acres that could be made into a mini farm. The owner is currently renovating & updating throughout the house and home has septic system permitted for 3 bedrooms. The 2 bedrooms/1 bathroom and additional attic space adds approximately 1000 square feet.
Public Records
Aug 10, 2012
Sold
$150,100
$58/sq ft
GAMLS #2970604
Aug 8, 2012
Sold
$150,000
$58/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,680 (−23.1%)
$23,248 + $130,715
$153,963
2025
$3,484 (+6.0%)
$23,248 + $130,715
$153,963
2024
$3,285 (+7.9%)
$23,248 + $132,532
$155,780
2023
$3,044 (+25.2%)
$14,844 + $125,812
$140,656
2022
$2,432 (+5.6%)
$13,494 + $114,374
$127,868
2021
$2,304 (+12.4%)
$10,766 + $83,490
$94,256
2020
$2,050 (+24.5%)
$10,766 + $72,971
$83,737
2019
$1,647 (+18.0%)
$10,766 + $60,532
$71,298
2018
$1,396 (−3.8%)
$8,763 + $53,192
$61,955
2017
$1,451 (−8.1%)
$8,763 + $53,192
$61,955
2016
$1,579 (−1.7%)
$8,763 + $55,378
$64,141
2015
$1,606 (+9.8%)
$8,763 + $55,378
$64,141
2014
$1,462
$8,763 + $55,378
$64,141
Tax history for 79 Carroll Church Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,680 (−23.1%)
$23,248 + $130,715
$153,963
2025
$3,484 (+6.0%)
$23,248 + $130,715
$153,963
2024
$3,285 (+7.9%)
$23,248 + $132,532
$155,780
2023
$3,044 (+25.2%)
$14,844 + $125,812
$140,656
2022
$2,432 (+5.6%)
$13,494 + $114,374
$127,868
2021
$2,304 (+12.4%)
$10,766 + $83,490
$94,256
2020
$2,050 (+24.5%)
$10,766 + $72,971
$83,737
2019
$1,647 (+18.0%)
$10,766 + $60,532
$71,298
2018
$1,396 (−3.8%)
$8,763 + $53,192
$61,955
2017
$1,451 (−8.1%)
$8,763 + $53,192
$61,955
2016
$1,579 (−1.7%)
$8,763 + $55,378
$64,141
2015
$1,606 (+9.8%)
$8,763 + $55,378
$64,141
2014
$1,462
$8,763 + $55,378
$64,141
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
5
Baths
3
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5.95 Acres
Year renovated
2008
Sq. Ft.
2,919
Year built
2000
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Franklin County
APN
046 061 A
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 23, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Total Parking: 9
Parking Features: Attached, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side
Open Parking: Yes
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Master Bathroom Features: Double Vanity,Separate Tub/Shower,Whirlpool Tub
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch, Rear Porch
Property Condition: Resale
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Other Structures: Outbuilding, Shed(s)
Horse Amenities: Pasture
Ownership: Fee Simple
Lot Information
TaxLegalDescription: 5.95 AC CARROLL CHURCH RD
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Central Air
Heating: Central, Electric
Water Source: Well
Electric: 110 Volts, 220 Volts
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: Electricity Available, Phone Available
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Carnesville
Middle Or Junior School: Franklin County
High School: Franklin County
Location Information
Directions: I-85 North, exit 164 Carnesville - merge onto GA=320S, Left on GA 59E, Take right on Hull Ave, then left on Athens St, Rt on Hwy 145S/Royston Rd, Left on Jackson Bridge Rd, Left on Carroll Church Rd - property on left.
Road Surface Type: Gravel
Road Frontage Type: County Road
Franklin - GA
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,919
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 5.95 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2000
Year Renovated: 2008
County: Franklin County
APN: 046 061 A
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 23, 2026
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Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Carnesville Elementary School
Public PreK-2 • Assigned • 3.1mi
Franklin County Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.1mi
5/10
Franklin County High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.0mi
5/10
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1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
0.93% chance of being 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
12% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
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3 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$405,000 – $491,000
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