BACK ON THE MARKET AT NO FAULT OF THE SELLERS!!! You don't want to miss this rare opportunity! Located in Walnut Grove School district or George Walton Academy is just right down the street! This gorgeous home is sitting on 3+ acres nestled on a quiet street in Monroe, yet you're just a golf cart ride away to all that Historic Downtown Monroe offers. This meticulously maintained, home checks all the boxes. You're greeted by the rocking chair front porch which leads you into the 2-story foyer area. Beautiful hardwood flooring is found throughout the main floor and upgraded crown molding is found throughout the home. A large dining room with a coffered ceiling and wainscoting is located to your left upon entry. The family room with stone fireplace is open to the kitchen area complete with a large island/breakfast bar and an eat-in breakfast area. Wood cabinets, granite countertops, stainless appliances and a large pantry round out this beautiful kitchen. Down the hall is a full bath and your own "locker room" complete with a massive built-in storage unit/butlers pantry. This space could also be used as an office! The laundry room has entry out to the single-car garage, while there's a separate entry to the 2-car garage. The owners suite is located on the main floor and includes a large sitting area off the bedroom, separate walk-in closets, large tiled shower, garden tub and double vanities. Upstairs you'll find 3 more large bedrooms, with vaulted ceilings, large closets and 2 more full baths. The spacious loft area upstairs can be used as a media room or an exercise area! Downstairs, there's a full unfinished basement(stubbed), ready for you to finish it as you wish. The exterior of this home has been as meticulously maintained as the inside of the home. So many different entertaining areas to host all your family and friends. Starting with the upstairs large outdoor area, that's complete with trex decking as well as under-decking. A large concrete patio area with ceiling fan is located downstairs, right off the basement. You'll spend many nights and early mornings enjoying a warm fire by the gorgeous 10 ft. tall stone fireplace, complete with 2 firewood boxes, and a 16.5 ft x 16.5 ft concrete sitting area. It's absolutely stunning! And for the little ones, there's an amazing full playground, just waiting for them to explore all the fun stuff. Along with extensive landscaping, sprinklers and high end lighting that's been installed in the backyard, you can sit back and enjoy your home with peace of mind! And with all new interior paint this home is literally, Move-in ready! Use showingtime. All offers received Friday, Saturday and Sunday or holiday, will be presented to seller and responded by Monday at 4 pm.
Single-familyProperty Type
2012Year Built
3.02 acresLot Size
$229Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Kim Martin• Algin Realty, Inc.
Bought with Kimberly Chohanin• Malcom and Malcom Realty Prof, LLC.
Source:FMLS #7226352
Redfin Estimate
$753,608
$104K since sold in August 2023$4,000 since August
Recently sold homes
Estimate history
Homes for sale
This home's estimate is 20.4% higher than the average sale price ($626K) of 6 comparable homes.
BACK ON THE MARKET AT NO FAULT OF THE SELLERS! You don't want to miss this rare opportunity! Located in Walnut Grove School district or George Walton Academy is just right down the street! This gorgeous home is sitting on 3+ acres nestled on a quiet street in Monroe, yet you're just a golf cart ride away to all that Historic Downtown Monroe offers. This meticulously maintained, home checks all the boxes. You're greeted by the rocking chair front porch which leads you into the 2-story foyer area. Beautiful hardwood flooring is found throughout the main floor and upgraded crown molding is found throughout the home. A large dining room with a coffered ceiling and wainscoting is located to your left upon entry. The family room with stone fireplace is open to the kitchen area complete with a large island/breakfast bar and an eat-in breakfast area. Wood cabinets, granite countertops, stainless appliances and a large pantry round out this beautiful kitchen. Down the hall is a full bath and your own "locker room" complete with a massive built-in storage unit/butlers pantry. This space could also be used as an office! The laundry room has entry out to the single-car garage, while there's a separate entry to the 2-car garage. The owners suite is located on the main floor and includes a large sitting area off the bedroom, separate walk-in closets, large tiled shower, garden tub and double vanities. Upstairs you'll find 3 more large bedrooms, with vaulted ceilings, large closets and 2 more full baths. The spacious loft area upstairs can be used as a media room or an exercise area! Downstairs, there's a full unfinished basement(stubbed), ready for you to finish it as you wish. The exterior of this home has been as meticulously maintained as the inside of the home. So many different entertaining areas to host all your family and friends. Starting with the upstairs large outdoor area, that's complete with trex decking as well as under-decking. A large concrete patio area with ceiling fan is located downstairs, right off the basement. You'll spend many nights and early mornings enjoying a warm fire by the gorgeous 10 ft. tall stone fireplace, complete with 2 firewood boxes, and a 16.5 ft x 16.5 ft concrete sitting area. It's absolutely stunning! And for the little ones, there's an amazing full playground, just waiting for them to explore all the fun stuff. Along with extensive landscaping, sprinklers and high end lighting that's been installed in the backyard, you can sit back and enjoy your home with peace of mind! And with all new interior paint this home is literally, Move-in ready!
FMLS #7226352
Aug 14, 2023
Sold
$650,000
$197/sq ft
Jul 26, 2023
Pending
—
Jul 19, 2023
Relisted
—
Jul 15, 2023
Pending
—
Jun 22, 2023
Contingent
—
Jun 2, 2023
Listed
$675,900
$205/sq ft
GAMLS #20126173
Aug 14, 2023
Sold
$650,000
$197/sq ft
Jul 26, 2023
Pending
—
Jul 19, 2023
Relisted
—
Jun 26, 2023
Pending
—
Jun 22, 2023
Contingent
—
Jun 2, 2023
Listed
$675,900
$205/sq ft
BACK ON THE MARKET, AT NO FAULT OF THE SELLERS! You don't want to miss this rare opportunity! Located in Walnut Grove School district and George Walton Academy is just right down the street! This gorgeous home is sitting on 3+ acres nestled on a quiet street in Monroe, yet you're just a golf cart ride away to all that Historic Downtown Monroe offers. This meticulously maintained, home checks all the boxes. You're greeted by the rocking chair front porch which leads you into the 2-story foyer area. Beautiful hardwood flooring is found throughout the main floor and upgraded crown molding is found throughout the home. A large dining room with a coffered ceiling and wainscoting is located to your left upon entry. The family room with stone fireplace is open to the kitchen area complete with a large island/breakfast bar and an eat-in breakfast area. Wood cabinets, granite countertops, stainless appliances and a large pantry round out this beautiful kitchen. Down the hall is a full bath and your own "locker room" complete with a massive built-in storage unit/butlers pantry. This space could also be used as an office! The laundry room has entry out to the single-car garage, while there's a separate entry to the 2-car garage. The owners suite is located on the main floor and includes a large sitting area off the bedroom, separate walk-in closets, large tiled shower, garden tub and double vanities. Upstairs you'll find 3 more large bedrooms, with vaulted ceilings, large closets and 2 more full baths. The spacious loft area upstairs can be used as a media room or an exercise area! Downstairs, there's a full unfinished basement(stubbed), ready for you to finish it as you wish. The exterior of this home has been as meticulously maintained as the inside of the home. So many different entertaining areas to host all your family and friends. Starting with the upstairs large outdoor area, that's complete with trex decking as well as under-decking. A large concrete patio area with ceiling fan is located downstairs, right off the basement. You'll spend many nights and early mornings enjoying a warm fire by the gorgeous 10 ft. tall stone fireplace, complete with 2 firewood boxes, and a 16.5 ft x 16.5 ft concrete sitting area. It's absolutely stunning! And for the little ones, there's an amazing full playground, just waiting for them to explore all the fun stuff. Along with extensive landscaping, sprinklers and high end lighting that's been installed in the backyard, you can sit back and enjoy your home with peace of mind! And with all new interior paint this home is literally, Move-in ready!
FMLS #6877794
Jun 16, 2021
Sold
$500,000
$152/sq ft
May 5, 2021
Pending
—
May 3, 2021
Listed
$484,900
$147/sq ft
GAMLS #8971280
Jun 16, 2021
Sold
$500,000
$152/sq ft
May 5, 2021
Pending
—
May 3, 2021
Listed
$484,900
$147/sq ft
FMLS #5076770
Feb 10, 2016
Price Changed
$329,900
$100/sq ft
Jun 3, 2015
Price Changed
$333,175
$101/sq ft
Apr 9, 2013
Listing Removed
—
Apr 4, 2013
Sold
$333,175
$101/sq ft
Feb 11, 2013
Pending
—
Oct 25, 2012
Price Changed
$329,900
$100/sq ft
Oct 23, 2012
Listed
$327,400
$99/sq ft
GAMLS #7009141
Feb 23, 2015
Price Changed
$322,400
$98/sq ft
Apr 4, 2013
Sold
$333,175
$101/sq ft
Feb 12, 2013
Pending
—
Feb 11, 2013
Listing Removed
—
Feb 11, 2013
Price Changed
$333,175
$101/sq ft
Nov 1, 2012
Price Changed
$322,400
$98/sq ft
Oct 25, 2012
Price Changed
$329,900
$100/sq ft
Oct 23, 2012
Listed
$327,400
$99/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 21, 2012
Sold
$33,750
$10/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,072 (+8.0%)
$46,000 + $234,800
$280,800
2024
$7,473 (+24.3%)
$46,000 + $234,800
$280,800
2023
$6,010 (+2.8%)
$43,516 + $216,484
$260,000
2022
$5,845 (+7.9%)
$30,000 + $221,280
$251,280
2021
$5,416 (+0.5%)
$23,731 + $176,269
$200,000
2020
$5,389 (+3.9%)
$24,000 + $137,280
$161,280
2019
$5,184 (+5.0%)
$24,000 + $137,280
$161,280
2018
$4,937 (+2.8%)
$24,000 + $123,640
$147,640
2017
$4,801 (+9.1%)
$24,000 + $120,320
$144,320
2016
$4,400 (+5.9%)
$24,000 + $120,320
$144,320
2015
$4,154 (+3.2%)
$24,000 + $105,600
$129,600
2014
$4,027 (+167.6%)
$24,000 + $89,840
$113,840
2013
$1,505 (+108.3%)
$10,874 + $30,855
$41,729
2012
$722 (+3.5%)
$20,400
2011
$698 (−10.5%)
$20,400
2010
$780
$24,310
Tax history for 949 Rao Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,072 (+8.0%)
$46,000 + $234,800
$280,800
2024
$7,473 (+24.3%)
$46,000 + $234,800
$280,800
2023
$6,010 (+2.8%)
$43,516 + $216,484
$260,000
2022
$5,845 (+7.9%)
$30,000 + $221,280
$251,280
2021
$5,416 (+0.5%)
$23,731 + $176,269
$200,000
2020
$5,389 (+3.9%)
$24,000 + $137,280
$161,280
2019
$5,184 (+5.0%)
$24,000 + $137,280
$161,280
2018
$4,937 (+2.8%)
$24,000 + $123,640
$147,640
2017
$4,801 (+9.1%)
$24,000 + $120,320
$144,320
2016
$4,400 (+5.9%)
$24,000 + $120,320
$144,320
2015
$4,154 (+3.2%)
$24,000 + $105,600
$129,600
2014
$4,027 (+167.6%)
$24,000 + $89,840
$113,840
2013
$1,505 (+108.3%)
$10,874 + $30,855
$41,729
2012
$722 (+3.5%)
$20,400
2011
$698 (−10.5%)
$20,400
2010
$780
$24,310
*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
—
Baths
4
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3.02 Acres
Year renovated
2012
Sq. Ft.
3,298
Year built
2012
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Walton County
APN
N097A016
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 15, 2026.
A1
Rural Estate District
The A1 Rural Estate District is intended to preserve the rural character of the area. This area is characterized by large acreage tracts devoted to agricultural uses and sparsely populated residential areas. For this reason this district may also serve as a buffer zone between the major agricultural uses and intensive land development districts.
Interior Features: Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings, High Ceilings 9 ft Lower, High Ceilings 9 ft Main, High Ceilings 9 ft Upper, Tray Ceiling(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Microwave