True lake cottage with a rustic cabin feel, lakeviews in 2 directions, a wraparound porch and a 16 x 32 deck overlooking Center Hill Lake. This custom lakehome is decorated in true town and country style with vaulted ceilings and a masonry fireplace with a 200yo Walnut mantle, exposed solid Oak beams & hardwood floors. The kitchen has been expanded and boasts new appliances including a chef style gas stove, granite counters and a stainless farmhouse sink and new cabinets. The kitchen opens up to a covered deck and sun deck ideal for entertaining at the lake. This unique lake home is located in Falling Water Retreat which is a hidden gem with its own boat ramp and quaint lake homes and cabins. Convenient to Sligo Marina, Johnson Chapel Recreation area and a fine 18 hole championship golf course. There is no HOA in Falling Water Retreat and STR's are allowed.
True lake cottage with a rustic cabin feel, lakeviews in 2 directions, a wraparound porch and a 16 x 32 deck overlooking Center Hill Lake. This custom lakehome is decorated in true town and country style with vaulted ceilings and a masonry fireplace with a 200yo Walnut mantle, exposed solid Oak beams & hardwood floors. The kitchen has been expanded and boasts new appliances including a chef style gas stove, granite counters and a stainless farmhouse sink and new cabinets. The kitchen opens up to a covered deck and sun deck ideal for entertaining at the lake. This unique lake home is located in Falling Water Retreat which is a hidden gem with its own boat ramp and quaint lake homes and cabins. Convenient to Sligo Marina, Johnson Chapel Recreation area and a fine 18 hole championship golf course. There is no HOA in Falling Water Retreat and STR's are allowed.
UCMLS #184359
Jun 22, 2018
Sold
$270,000
$141/sq ft
Feb 8, 2018
Listed
$289,000
$151/sq ft
True lake home with rustic cabin feel, lakeviews in two directions, wraparound porch, vaulted ceiling, masonery fireplace w/ 200yo walnut mantle, exposed oak beams & hardwoods. Finished walk-out basement w/ tile floor & gas stove. Town and Country interior. Boatramp & beach in the community.
REALTRACS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1900578
Feb 8, 2018
Listed
$289,000
$151/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,114
2024
$1,114 (+25.5%)
2023
$888 (+15.6%)
2022
$768
2021
$768 (+7.7%)
2020
$713
2019
$713 (+49.2%)
2018
$478
2017
$478
2016
$478 (−7.2%)
2015
$515 (+9.8%)
2014
$469
Tax history for 1677 Falling Water Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,114
2024
$1,114 (+25.5%)
2023
$888 (+15.6%)
2022
$768
2021
$768 (+7.7%)
2020
$713
2019
$713 (+49.2%)
2018
$478
2017
$478
2016
$478 (−7.2%)
2015
$515 (+9.8%)
2014
$469
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,084 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2000
Sq. Ft.
1,734
Year built
1977
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
049L A 01100 000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Total: 1
Parking Features: Attached
Has Carport
Carport Spaces: 1
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bedrooms Main: 1
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 3
Room 1 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 1
Room Dimensions: 13x13
Room 2 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room Dimensions: 12x9
Room 3 Information
Room Type: Bonus Room
Room Dimensions: 24x19
Room 4 Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Room Dimensions: 14x10
Room 5 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Dimensions: 26x16
Basement Information
Basement Features: Finished
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Gas, Living Room
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating Information: Central, Natural Gas
Has Cooling
Cooling Information: Central Air, Electric
Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Gas Oven, Gas Range
Flooring: Carpet, Wood, Tile
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Frame
Roof: Asphalt
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Covered, Porch, Deck
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Has View
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,286
Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Above Grade Finished Area Source: Owner
Below Grade Finished Area: 623
Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Below Grade Finished Area Source: Owner
Lot Information
Lot Features: Rolling Slope
Lot Size Area: 0.14
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.14
Lot Size Dimensions: 78X78 IRR
Lot Size Source: Calculated from Plat
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $768
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: Electricity Available, Water Available
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Smithville Elementary
Middle Or Junior High School: Dekalb Middle School
High School: De Kalb County High School
Location Information
Directions: From Smithville, travel Hwy 70 east towards Sparta. Approx 10 miles turn left on Johnson Chapel Rd. Turn left on Falling Water. Turn left at Falling Water Retreat past mailboxes. Second house on the left. Look for sign.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,734
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 6,084 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1977
Year Renovated: 2000
County: DeKalb County
APN: 049L A 01100 000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2026
Other
Home Information
Living Area: 1909
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Owner
Building Area Total: 1909
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Owner
Year Built Details: EXIST
Levels: Three Or More
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Schools
Northside Elementary School
Public 2-5 • Assigned • 7.6mi
6/10
Dekalb Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 10.0mi
5/10
De Kalb County High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 10.0mi
6/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk 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
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 103° expected this year, 21 days in 30 years
3/10 Wind Factor
8% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$419,000 – $508,000
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