Exceptional Location with Endless Potential on a Spacious Private Lot Discover the possibilities with this rare opportunity in highly sought-after Marietta. Tucked away on an oversized, private lot, this property offers peace and privacy just minutes from top-rated schools, Marietta Square, and an array of local amenities. Set back from the road, the expansive and level grounds provide the perfect canvas for your vision. The existing home is in need of major repairs and is being sold as-is-ideal for a full renovation, addition, or complete rebuild to create your dream home. With no HOA restrictions, there's ample room to design your own retreat-whether that includes a pool, garden, or custom outdoor living spaces. Surrounded by beautiful homes in a prime location, this property is brimming with potential. Don't miss your chance to turn this unique lot into something truly special!
Single-familyProperty Type
1967Year Built
0.6 acresLot Size
$193Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Aracelis Sanchez• Keller Williams Realty Atl North
Bought with Aracelis Sanchez• Keller Williams Realty Atl North
Source:FMLS #7586684
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Exceptional Location with Endless Potential on a Spacious Private Lot Discover the possibilities with this rare opportunity in highly sought-after Marietta. Tucked away on an oversized, private lot, this property offers peace and privacy just minutes from top-rated schools, Marietta Square, and an array of local amenities. Set back from the road, the expansive and level grounds provide the perfect canvas for your vision. The existing home is in need of major repairs and is being sold as-is-ideal for a full renovation, addition, or complete rebuild to create your dream home. With no HOA restrictions, there's ample room to design your own retreat-whether that includes a pool, garden, or custom outdoor living spaces. Surrounded by beautiful homes in a prime location, this property is brimming with potential. Don't miss your chance to turn this unique lot into something truly special!
GAMLS #10529383
Jun 25, 2025
Sold
$170,000
$193/sq ft
Jun 9, 2025
Pending
—
May 23, 2025
Listed
$475,000
$540/sq ft
GAMLS #10530699
Jun 25, 2025
Sold
$170,000
$193/sq ft
Jun 9, 2025
Pending
—
May 23, 2025
Listed
$475,000
$540/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$130 (−0.7%)
$41,400 + $24,284
$65,684
2024
$131 (+70.1%)
$41,400 + $24,284
$65,684
2023
$77 (−30.7%)
$41,400 + $24,284
$65,684
2022
$111 (+10.7%)
$34,776 + $24,284
$59,060
2021
$100 (+24.7%)
$34,776 + $20,688
$55,464
2020
$80
$28,152 + $20,688
$48,840
2019
$80 (+14.1%)
$28,152 + $20,688
$48,840
2018
$70 (−3.2%)
$26,496 + $19,032
$45,528
2017
$73 (+13.6%)
$26,496 + $19,032
$45,528
2016
$64 (+10.3%)
$23,184 + $19,032
$42,216
2014
$58 (−0.3%)
$18,216 + $20,940
$39,156
2013
$58
$18,216 + $20,940
$39,156
2012
$58
$18,216 + $20,940
$39,156
2011
$58 (+9.7%)
2010
$53
2009
$53 (+6.0%)
2008
$50
Tax history for 905 John Ward Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$130 (−0.7%)
$41,400 + $24,284
$65,684
2024
$131 (+70.1%)
$41,400 + $24,284
$65,684
2023
$77 (−30.7%)
$41,400 + $24,284
$65,684
2022
$111 (+10.7%)
$34,776 + $24,284
$59,060
2021
$100 (+24.7%)
$34,776 + $20,688
$55,464
2020
$80
$28,152 + $20,688
$48,840
2019
$80 (+14.1%)
$28,152 + $20,688
$48,840
2018
$70 (−3.2%)
$26,496 + $19,032
$45,528
2017
$73 (+13.6%)
$26,496 + $19,032
$45,528
2016
$64 (+10.3%)
$23,184 + $19,032
$42,216
2014
$58 (−0.3%)
$18,216 + $20,940
$39,156
2013
$58
$18,216 + $20,940
$39,156
2012
$58
$18,216 + $20,940
$39,156
2011
$58 (+9.7%)
2010
$53
2009
$53 (+6.0%)
2008
$50
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.6 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
880
Year built
1967
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cobb County
APN
19017800050
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 12, 2026.
R-20
Single-Family Residential District
The R-20 district is established to provide locations for single-family residential uses or residentially compatible institutional and recreational uses which are within or on the edge of properties delineated for any residential category as defined and shown on the Cobb County Comprehensive Plan: A Policy Guide, adopted November 27, 1990. When residentially compatible institutional and recreational uses are developed within the R-20 district, they should be designed and built to ensure intensity and density compatibility with adjacent single-family detached dwellings and otherwise to implement the stated purpose and intent of this chapter.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Equestrian facility
Livestock production
Automotive sales
Automotive parking structure
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Recreation
Golf related
Communications tower
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Parking Pad
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Master Bathroom Features: None
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 3
Bedroom Features: None
Interior Features
Interior Features: Other
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Other
Flooring: Other
Room Information
LaundryFeatures: Other
Kitchen Features: None
Dining Room Features: None
Room Type: Other
Basement: Crawl Space, Unfinished
Exterior
Property Information
Levels: One
Above Grade Finished Area: 880
Construction Materials: Other
Exterior Features: Private Yard
Roof: Other
Fencing: Fenced
Patio And Porch Features: Screened
Property Condition: Fixer
Ownership: Fee Simple
Lot Information
Waterfrontage Length: 0
TaxLegalDescription: 26,136 lot sq ft
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Cash
Utilities
Utility Information
Heating: Other
Water Source: Public
Electric: Other
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: Water Available
Location
Multi-Family Information
# Of Units To Be Built: 0
School Information
Elementary School: Cheatham Hill
Middle Or Junior School: Lovinggood
High School: Hillgrove
Location Information
Directions: from Dallas Hwy to John Ward Rd first round about continuing onto John Ward Rd to 905.
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 880
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.6 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1967
Year Renovated: —
County: Cobb County
APN: 19017800050
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 12, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Cheatham Hill Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.9mi
8/10
Lovinggood Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.9mi
8/10
Hillgrove High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.2mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 103° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
20% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
5 unhealthy days expected this year, 6 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.3 hours in
June and 4.9 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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4.9 hrs
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