Discover nearly 50 acres of opportunity atop beautiful Mount Alto in Rome, Georgia. This exceptional property offers breathtaking long-range views, abundant privacy, and the perfect setting to build your dream home, family estate, or private retreat while remaining just minutes from downtown Rome. With approximately 49.87 acres of wooded landscape, the property provides multiple possibilities for recreation, investment, or future development. Utilities are available nearby, providing the convenience of modern amenities while preserving the tranquility of a mountain setting. Whether you're searching for a secluded homesite, a weekend getaway, or a long-term investment, this rare offering combines natural beauty, accessibility, and exceptional potential.
West Rome, located between Downtown Rome and the Coosa River, is a residential and industrial Rome neighborhood with mill-era streetscapes and river-adjacent green space. The character concentrates around the West 3rd Street and Shorter Avenue corridor, where auto shops, taquerias, and long-running storefronts set a working-day rhythm. Brick bungalows and modest cottages mix with warehouse blocks and rail-side lots. The Foundry on Fifth and the Rome Little Theatre add an arts-and-events counterpoint to the utilitarian fabric. Ridge Ferry Park and the Riverwalk trace the waterline with broad paths and open lawns. Short drives connect to Berry College’s gate and trails, while side streets stay quiet and practical.
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Property details
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Habitable residence: No
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Mixed timber
Wooded vegetation
Paved county road frontage
Located adjacent to 497 Mount Alto Rd SW, Rome
Home design
Lot recorded as Lot 16, PB 5-98, LL 237, 4th District, 4th Section
Utilities
Electricity available
Water available
Sale and tax history for 0 Mount Alto Rd SW
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
FMLS #7787565
Jun 12, 2026
Listed
$548,570
GAMLS #10141863
Dec 31, 2023
Listing Removed
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Mar 20, 2023
Listed
$120,000
FMLS #6718047
Apr 21, 2021
Sold
$166,500
Jan 19, 2021
Pending
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Jan 15, 2021
Relisted
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Oct 16, 2020
Pending
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Aug 25, 2020
Relisted
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Aug 14, 2020
Contingent
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Apr 27, 2020
Listed
$169,000
MULTIPLE PARCELS! 108 rolling wooded acres with multiple build sites. Property has access from Mt. Alto Rd. and Horseleg Creek Rd. Also contains possible Right of Way off Whippoorwill Lane to be verified. Listing Agent is related to beneficiaries of sellers.
GAMLS #7294741
Jul 1, 2016
Listing Removed
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Jun 15, 2015
Price Changed
$119,500
Apr 15, 2015
Price Changed
$124,500
Jun 27, 2014
Listed
$125,000
GAMLS #7232869
Nov 19, 2014
Listing Removed
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Mar 10, 2014
Listed
$182,000
GAMLS #7027993
Nov 14, 2013
Listing Removed
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Dec 14, 2012
Listed
$270,000
FMLS #5038896
Aug 8, 2012
Price Changed
$28,000
Aug 8, 2012
Listing Removed
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Jul 30, 2012
Sold
$28,000
Jul 30, 2012
Price Changed
$38,000
Jul 19, 2012
Pending
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Jul 5, 2012
Listed
$38,000
As the MLS and public records start to fill up, we'll list the details here.
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Vacant Land
County
Floyd County
APN
H15X005,H15X006,H15X003
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Last updated by owner on Jul 30, 2024.
S-R
Suburban Residential District
The S-R Suburban Residential District is established for3 levels of residential development in addition to all forms of agricultural crop production and forestry: In areas where public sanitary sewer and public water are not available, the S-R District is established to provide areas of primarily low density residential development of 1 unit per acre.; In areas where public water is available, but not public sanitary sewer, minimum 20,000 sq ft lots are required. In areas where sanitary sewer and public water are available, the S-R District is established to provide moderately dense, primarily single-family residential development with minimum 7,200 sq ft lots.; Manufactured home subdivisions are deemed appropriate in the S-R Residential District within the city and county. Manufactured homes on single parcels outside an established subdivision are permitted in this district except where a Special Use Permit is required: Within the city; and Within those portions of the county consisting of a land development project in which 2 or more lots are created in, along with streets and utilities needed to support construction of buildings on the lots.; Attached single-family dwelling as defined in Article 8 may be considered appropriate as infill development if the design is compatible with the surrounding neighborhood in terms of scale, height, roof pitch, provision of parking, and orientation toward the street. Such development, if approved by Special Use Permit, must meet the standards listed in Section 4.1.28.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Garden center
Housing-Single unit
Agriculture-Cropland
Park & open space
Climate risks
9/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance 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
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 105° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
18% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Rome, GA • 30165
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Sun exposure
92/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 0 Mount Alto Rd SW
$485,138
$63K under list price of $549K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $20K to $615K.