Imagine having a private retreat just minutes from Buckhead. The property features 8.4 usable acres with lake, guest cottage and caretaker home or for security detail. The latest in Control4 technology, a freshly redone residence that is in perfect condition. All rooms open out to the pool and entertaining areas. The master suite is on the main with a screened patio overlooking the pool and an outdoor shower. Upstairs are 4 large bedroom suites and an attached guest apartment with kitchen, living rm laundry. Daylight terrace with gym/spa bath, sauna. Fox theater! Very private, camera security and completely fenced. The property includes golf cart paths, walking trails, waterfalls to the lake, tennis and basketball court with lights, batting cages and new pool with spa. Interiors by Stewart Mohr feature high ceilings, open and bright. Whole property generator. Incredibly rare parcel that is at the end of a gated street and backs up to the national state forest by the river. The back gate opens onto Indian Trail and to the park. All systems replaced/upgraded including 3 wells on the property, new fountains for the lake and waterfalls. Walk or drive almost anywhere throughout the property. Walking trails behind the guest cottage. Close to private schools.
Single-familyProperty Type
1997Year Built
8.4 acresLot Size
$1,068Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 car garageParking
Listed by Debra Johnston• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties
Bought with John Scott• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties
Source:FMLS #6660804
Redfin Estimate
$9,818,383
$2.3M since sold in August 2020$426K since August
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Estimate history
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This home's estimate is 198.8% higher than the average sale price ($3.29M) of 6 comparable homes.
Imagine having a private retreat just minutes from Buckhead. The property features 8.4 usable acres with lake, guest cottage, caretaker home. The residence also features a guest apartment with living room, master bedroom, kitchen and laundry. It has an outside entrance and is over the garages. The latest in Control4 technology, whole house generator, top security, completely fenced with a front and back gate that opens on Indian Trail road. Caretaker/house or home manager office apartment at the back gate away from guest cottage on the lake. The guest cottage overlooks the lake with a screened patio, wood burning fireplace, kitchen and upstairs master with patio overlooking the lake and gazebo. Capable of driving vehicles throughout the property on the golf cart path. New pool and outdoor entertaining pavilion redone with full bath for poolside entertaining and overlooking the property. The property includes golf cart paths, walking trails, waterfalls to the lake, tennis, batting cages and walking trails. Interiors by Stewart Mohr feature high ceilings, open and bright. The kitchen is open to the family room and out to the pool. The master wing on the main has private access to the gym downstairs. Daylight terrace with gym/spa bath, sauna, billiards and wine cellar. Replica of the Fox theater with McIntosh equipment! The back two acres is set up to build another home or exotic car garage. Even land a helicopter. Close to all private schools. Furnishings negotiable.
GAMLS #8468018
Dec 16, 2019
Listing Removed
—
Sep 19, 2019
Relisted
—
Sep 13, 2019
Pending
—
Oct 11, 2018
Listed
$7,950,000
$865/sq ft
FMLS #5957846
Aug 7, 2018
Listing Removed
—
Jan 31, 2018
Listed
$8,500,000
$925/sq ft
GAMLS #8318467
Aug 7, 2018
Listing Removed
—
Jan 31, 2018
Listed
$8,500,000
$925/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 30, 2014
Sold
$5,250,000
$571/sq ft
FMLS #5278079
Jul 24, 2014
Price Changed
$5,250,000
$571/sq ft
Jul 24, 2014
Listing Removed
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Jul 22, 2014
Price Changed
$5,900,000
$642/sq ft
Jul 22, 2014
Sold
$5,250,000
$571/sq ft
Jul 3, 2014
Pending
—
Jun 13, 2014
Contingent
—
Apr 17, 2014
Listed
$5,900,000
$642/sq ft
FMLS #5227607
Mar 16, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Dec 9, 2013
Listed
$6,500,000
$707/sq ft
FMLS #5097128
Dec 12, 2013
Listing Removed
—
Mar 11, 2013
Price Changed
$6,500,000
$707/sq ft
Jan 8, 2013
Listed
$7,000,000
$761/sq ft
FMLS #5015246
Jan 1, 2013
Listing Removed
—
May 2, 2012
Listed
$7,000,000
$761/sq ft
GAMLS #3225832
Aug 16, 2012
Listing Removed
—
May 2, 2012
Listed
$7,000,000
$761/sq ft
Public Records
May 3, 2005
Sold
$6,365,000
$692/sq ft
Public Records
May 16, 1995
Sold
$415,000
$45/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$60,050
$197,280 + $2,636,120
$2,833,400
2024
$60,052 (+0.7%)
$139,680 + $1,818,880
$1,958,560
2023
$59,636 (−1.3%)
$139,680 + $1,818,880
$1,958,560
2022
$60,424 (−7.6%)
$139,680 + $1,818,880
$1,958,560
2021
$65,401 (−0.4%)
$303,280 + $1,784,840
$2,088,120
2020
$65,685 (+1.0%)
$299,680 + $1,763,680
$2,063,360
2019
$65,028 (+1.0%)
$294,400 + $1,732,440
$2,026,840
2018
$64,379 (+0.9%)
$294,400 + $1,732,440
$2,026,840
2017
$63,776
$280,000 + $1,691,880
$1,971,880
2016
$63,787 (−1.0%)
$269,240 + $1,624,040
$1,893,280
2015
$64,434 (−3.8%)
$269,240 + $1,624,040
$1,893,280
2014
$66,991 (+14.6%)
$269,240 + $1,624,040
$1,893,280
2012
$58,436 (+18.5%)
$269,240 + $1,624,040
$1,893,280
2011
$49,327 (−11.2%)
$269,240 + $1,466,680
$1,735,920
2010
$55,568 (+16.8%)
$269,240 + $1,450,280
$1,719,520
2009
$47,575
$269,240 + $1,450,280
$1,719,520
2008
$47,575
$269,240 + $1,450,280
$1,719,520
Tax history for 40 Cates Ridge Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$60,050
$197,280 + $2,636,120
$2,833,400
2024
$60,052 (+0.7%)
$139,680 + $1,818,880
$1,958,560
2023
$59,636 (−1.3%)
$139,680 + $1,818,880
$1,958,560
2022
$60,424 (−7.6%)
$139,680 + $1,818,880
$1,958,560
2021
$65,401 (−0.4%)
$303,280 + $1,784,840
$2,088,120
2020
$65,685 (+1.0%)
$299,680 + $1,763,680
$2,063,360
2019
$65,028 (+1.0%)
$294,400 + $1,732,440
$2,026,840
2018
$64,379 (+0.9%)
$294,400 + $1,732,440
$2,026,840
2017
$63,776
$280,000 + $1,691,880
$1,971,880
2016
$63,787 (−1.0%)
$269,240 + $1,624,040
$1,893,280
2015
$64,434 (−3.8%)
$269,240 + $1,624,040
$1,893,280
2014
$66,991 (+14.6%)
$269,240 + $1,624,040
$1,893,280
2012
$58,436 (+18.5%)
$269,240 + $1,624,040
$1,893,280
2011
$49,327 (−11.2%)
$269,240 + $1,466,680
$1,735,920
2010
$55,568 (+16.8%)
$269,240 + $1,450,280
$1,719,520
2009
$47,575
$269,240 + $1,450,280
$1,719,520
2008
$47,575
$269,240 + $1,450,280
$1,719,520
*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
7
Baths
7.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.07 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
7,588
Year built
1997
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Fulton County
APN
17 0203 LL0737
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 15, 2026.
RE-2
Residential Estate District 2
The Residential Estate districts are intended for detached single unit residences on large lots. The districts also allow for limited civic, open space and park uses.
Other Equipment: Dehumidifier, Generator, Home Theater, Intercom, Irrigation Equipment
Horse Amenities: Pasture
Green Energy Efficient: Windows
Lot Information
Waterfront Features: Lake Front, Pond
Waterfrontage Length: 0
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Other
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Central Air, Zoned
Heating: Zoned
Water Source: Public
Electric: Other
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available
Location
Multi-Family Information
# Of Units To Be Built: 0
HOA Information
Association Fee: $2,300
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Association Fee2: $2,300
Association Fee2 Frequency: Annually
Association Fee Includes: Maintenance Grounds
School Information
Elementary School: Heards Ferry
Middle Or Junior School: Ridgeview Charter
High School: Riverwood International Charter
Location Information
Directions: 5 minutes North of West Paces Ferry Road. Northside Drive past west Garmon and Crest Valley. Cates Ridge is a cul de sac street that is gated on the left hand side of the street.
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Road Frontage Type: Private Road
Fulton
Community Information
Community Features: Gated, Homeowners Assoc, Near Schools, Near Shopping, Near Trails/Greenway, Park, Pool, Sauna, Tennis Court(s)
Public facts
Beds: 7
Baths: 7.5
Sq. Ft.: 7,588
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 2.07 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1997
Year Renovated: —
County: Fulton County
APN: 17 0203 LL0737
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 15, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Heards Ferry Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.4mi
8/10
Ridgeview Charter School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.2mi
8/10
Riverwood International Charter School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.1mi
8/10
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