Beautiful 5.5 AC lot with 368' of creek frontage on McCanless Creek in quiet, sought after area of Waleska, just off of Hwy 108. Property has already been cleared for building, but most of vegetation/trees intact. Come enjoy the peace and tranquility of the sounds of nature and from the year round flowing creek and small spring feeding into the creek from midway up the property. Wildlife abounds! Come build your dream home!
Vacant landProperty Type
5.5 acresLot Size
$68,322Price/Acres
Listed by Kim Terrell• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties
Bought with Bill Tracy• Keller Williams Realty Community Partners
Source:FMLS #6843211
Redfin Estimate
$375,770
$296K since sold in March 2021$50K since September
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This home's estimate is 23.2% lower than the average sale price ($489K) of 5 comparable homes.
Beautiful 5.5 AC lot with 368' of creek frontage on McCanless Creek in quiet, sought after area of Waleska, just off of Hwy 108. Property has already been cleared for building, but most of vegetation/trees intact. Come enjoy the peace and tranquility of the sounds of nature and from the year round flowing creek and small spring feeding into the creek from midway up the property. Wildlife abounds! Come build your dream home!
Public Records
Jan 12, 1998
Sold
$28,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,139
$33,000 + $115,400
$148,400
2024
$1,138 (−43.7%)
$33,000 + $115,400
$148,400
2023
$2,023 (+145.7%)
$31,320 + $46,520
$77,840
2022
$823 (+61.8%)
$31,320 + $46,520
$77,840
2021
$509 (−33.8%)
$17,920
2020
$768
$17,920
2019
$768 (−0.6%)
$27,040
2018
$773 (−0.8%)
$27,040
2017
$779 (+28.3%)
$27,040
2016
$607 (−1.3%)
$20,880
2014
$615 (−1.6%)
$20,880
2013
$625 (−0.3%)
$20,880
2012
$627 (−14.4%)
$20,880
2011
$733 (−2.2%)
$25,080
2010
$750 (−29.4%)
$26,400
2009
$1,061
$39,600
2008
$1,061
$39,600
Tax history for 495 Little Refuge Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,139
$33,000 + $115,400
$148,400
2024
$1,138 (−43.7%)
$33,000 + $115,400
$148,400
2023
$2,023 (+145.7%)
$31,320 + $46,520
$77,840
2022
$823 (+61.8%)
$31,320 + $46,520
$77,840
2021
$509 (−33.8%)
$17,920
2020
$768
$17,920
2019
$768 (−0.6%)
$27,040
2018
$773 (−0.8%)
$27,040
2017
$779 (+28.3%)
$27,040
2016
$607 (−1.3%)
$20,880
2014
$615 (−1.6%)
$20,880
2013
$625 (−0.3%)
$20,880
2012
$627 (−14.4%)
$20,880
2011
$733 (−2.2%)
$25,080
2010
$750 (−29.4%)
$26,400
2009
$1,061
$39,600
2008
$1,061
$39,600
*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
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
550 ft.
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5.5 Acres
Year renovated
2022
Sq. Ft.
1,344
Year built
2022
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cherokee County
APN
14N03 041
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 13, 2026.
AG
General Agricultural District
The purpose of this district is to maintain the integrity of agricultural activities predominate in the rural area of Cherokee County. Within the district, the subdivision of land for suburban development is discouraged, while agriculture and livestock production are strongly encouraged in order to maintain the rural character of these areas. On-site sales should be limited to live animals, plants and produce that have been raised on the property, unless this Ordinance specifically provides for limited related commercial activities for particular uses. This district is intended for the development of large lot dwelling, single family for sale detached residential subdivisions and for sale communities. Includes two-acre dwelling, single family, for sale, lots or larger.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Greenhouse / nursery
Fire house
Police station
Marina
Agriculture-Cropland
Park & open space
May 23, 2022 • Final
Building
New construction
Apr 22, 2020 • Active
Driveway
Work on a driveway.
Grading
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
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Exterior
Property Information
Possible Use: Residential
Habitable Residence: No
Land Information
Timber: Mixed
Vegetation: Cleared, Partially Wooded
Lot Information
Waterfront Features: Creek
Waterfrontage Length: 0
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Cash
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Phone Available
Location
HOA Information
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
School Information
Elementary School: R.M. Moore
Middle Or Junior School: Teasley
High School: Cherokee
Location Information
Directions: From Cartersville - I75N to Ex 290. Go right. Go left on Hwy 108 then left on Little Refuge Rd. Property on left about 1/2 mi. * From Canton Take Riverstone to right on Reinhardt College Pkwy. Right on Hwy 140 & follow to Waleska, to left on Hwy 108. Go right on Little Refuge Rd. Property on left.
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: County Road
Cherokee - GA
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,344
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 5.5 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2022
Year Renovated: 2022
County: Cherokee County
APN: 14N03 041
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 13, 2026
Around this home
Schools
R. M. Moore Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 3.7mi
6/10
Teasley Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.3mi
6/10
Cherokee High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.7mi
5/10
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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
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 102° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
9% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
5 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Waleska, GA • 30183
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in
June and 4.6 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$357,000 – $433,000
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