Looking for a charming, cozy and picture-perfect farmhouse with a view? HELLO! How about completely renovated with high-end finishes on one acre with beautiful mountain views from the front porch? YOU GOT IT! You can relax knowing you've got new windows, a new roof, new gutters, all new ductwork and new piers under your feet. Hardwood floors and tongue and groove ceilings add to the aesthetic of this adorable cottage. The den has a gas fireplace and an adjacent sitting room could easily become a third bedroom with an added door. Look up and see the pulldown attic? Those stairs lead to a heated and cooled finished attic space! Wonderful dining room off the den gives an open concept feel. The guest suite? Bedroom, beautiful bathroom and sitting room and you won't want to go home! Custom cabinets in the kitchen and butler's pantry with gorgeous quartz countertops throughout. All new stainless steel appliances are a huge plus! The primary suite is a showplace! Laundry room with stackable washer and dryer is conveniently located right outside. Solid beams on the ceiling, a gridwall and a quartzite surround fireplace are magnificent design elements. Large walk-in closet is a plus. The bathroom has a vintage tub, porcelain tiled shower and a double vanity complete with a carrara marble top. Front porch has ALL THE VIEWS of the tree lined pasture and mountains. In the backyard you will find a deck and raised bed for gardening and a workshop with an attached screened in studio complete with Howard Finster cabinetry salvaged from the original kitchen! Relax in the hot tub or by the fire pit and enjoy life in the country!
Single-familyProperty Type
1942Year Built
1.06 acresLot Size
$194Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Lori Davidson• Hardy Realty and Development Company
Bought with KELLIE KNISLEY• Berkshire Hathaway Homeservices GA Properties
Source:FMLS #7556997
Redfin Estimate
$338,799
$3,799 since sold in May 2025$13K since August
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This home's estimate is 63.2% higher than the average sale price ($208K) of 5 comparable homes.
Looking for a charming, cozy and picture-perfect farmhouse with a view? HELLO! How about completely renovated with high-end finishes on one acre with beautiful mountain views from the front porch? YOU GOT IT! You can relax knowing you've got new windows, a new roof, new gutters, all new ductwork and new piers under your feet. Hardwood floors and tongue and groove ceilings add to the aesthetic of this adorable cottage. The den has a gas fireplace and an adjacent sitting room could easily become a third bedroom with an added door. Look up and see the pulldown attic? Those stairs lead to a heated and cooled finished attic space! Wonderful dining room off the den gives an open concept feel. The guest suite? Bedroom, beautiful bathroom and sitting room and you won't want to go home! Custom cabinets in the kitchen and butler's pantry with gorgeous quartz countertops throughout. All new stainless steel appliances are a huge plus! The primary suite is a showplace! Laundry room with stackable washer and dryer is conveniently located right outside. Solid beams on the ceiling, a gridwall and a quartzite surround fireplace are magnificent design elements. Large walk-in closet is a plus. The bathroom has a vintage tub, porcelain tiled shower and a double vanity complete with a carrara marble top. Front porch has ALL THE VIEWS of the tree lined pasture and mountains. In the backyard you will find a deck and raised bed for gardening and a workshop with an attached screened in studio complete with Howard Finster cabinetry salvaged from the original kitchen! Relax in the hot tub or by the fire pit and enjoy life in the country!
GCAR #1339233
Aug 13, 2021
Sold
$147,500
$84/sq ft
Jul 14, 2021
Contingent
—
Jul 9, 2021
Listed
$153,900
$88/sq ft
+47
Looking for older home charm & character? This 2 bedroom, 1 bath beauty is full of both. Rocking chair front porch welcomes you to this cute cottage that features hardwood floors, wood walls. and 3 fireplaces. Nice floor plan has living room open to the dining room, kitchen with plenty of cabinet space & counter surface, & laundry room. Both bedrooms have plenty of space & lots of natural light. An added feature is a finished attic space (heated & cooled with a walk-in closet) that is accessed by drop-down stairs in front bedroom. Outside is a level 1 acre yard (per tax records) with big shade trees, a screened porch area, & multiple outbuildings for storage/work shop area. Home is conveniently located near schools & shopping. This one is a must see; call today to schedule a showing.
GAMLS #9012161
Aug 13, 2021
Sold
$147,500
$84/sq ft
Jul 14, 2021
Pending
—
Jul 9, 2021
Listed
$153,900
$88/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 3, 2014
Sold
$65,000
$37/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,427 (+3.9%)
$9,120 + $71,756
$80,876
2024
$1,373 (−6.6%)
$9,120 + $71,756
$80,876
2023
$1,470 (+30.8%)
$2,880 + $70,116
$72,996
2022
$1,124 (+122.5%)
$1,750 + $52,225
$53,975
2021
$505 (+6.8%)
$2,000 + $18,975
$20,975
2020
$473 (−1.4%)
$2,000 + $16,918
$18,918
2019
$480 (+4.5%)
$2,000 + $16,722
$18,722
2018
$459 (−5.0%)
$2,000 + $16,645
$18,645
2017
$483 (+22.1%)
$2,000 + $16,645
$18,645
2016
$396 (−5.5%)
$2,000 + $15,487
$17,487
2014
$419
$2,000 + $15,706
$17,706
Tax history for 1407 Back Penn Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,427 (+3.9%)
$9,120 + $71,756
$80,876
2024
$1,373 (−6.6%)
$9,120 + $71,756
$80,876
2023
$1,470 (+30.8%)
$2,880 + $70,116
$72,996
2022
$1,124 (+122.5%)
$1,750 + $52,225
$53,975
2021
$505 (+6.8%)
$2,000 + $18,975
$20,975
2020
$473 (−1.4%)
$2,000 + $16,918
$18,918
2019
$480 (+4.5%)
$2,000 + $16,722
$18,722
2018
$459 (−5.0%)
$2,000 + $16,645
$18,645
2017
$483 (+22.1%)
$2,000 + $16,645
$18,645
2016
$396 (−5.5%)
$2,000 + $15,487
$17,487
2014
$419
$2,000 + $15,706
$17,706
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas Log, Master Bedroom
Interior Features: Beamed Ceilings, Disappearing Attic Stairs, Double Vanity, High Ceilings, High Ceilings 9 ft Main, High Speed Internet, Walk-In Closet(s)
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Laminate
Room Information
LaundryFeatures: In Hall, Laundry Room
Kitchen Features: Cabinets Other,Stone Counters
Dining Room Features: Separate Dining Room
Room Type: Bonus Room, Den, Office
Basement: Crawl Space
Exterior
Property Information
Levels: One
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,750
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Exterior Features: Garden, Rear Stairs
Roof: Composition
Fencing: Back Yard, Chain Link, Fenced
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Screened
Property Condition: Resale
Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
Other Structures: Outbuilding, Shed(s), Workshop
Ownership: Fee Simple
Lot Information
Waterfrontage Length: 0
TaxLegalDescription: 1 Ac. West Of Back Penn R Landlot: 81 Landdist: 6
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Cooling: Central Air
Heating: Central, Natural Gas
Water Source: Public
Electric: 220 Volts
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Location
Multi-Family Information
# Of Units To Be Built: 0
School Information
Elementary School: Leroy Massey
Middle Or Junior School: Summerville
High School: Chattooga
Location Information
Directions: Take Martha Berry Highway into Summerville and go right on Washington Street. Right on Highland Avenue. Right on Commerce Street. Left on Back Penn Road. House on left.
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Road Frontage Type: County Road
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,404
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.06 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: 1942
Year Renovated: 2005
County: Chattooga County
APN: 0005700000014
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 15, 2026
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Schools
Leroy Massey Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.2mi
3/10
Summerville Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.9mi
5/10
Chattooga High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.6mi
5/10
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Estimated sale price
$322,000 – $390,000
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