12871 Linton Rd Sparta, GA 31087
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About 12871 Linton Rd
The historic community of Linton, GA welcomes you to the serenity of this majestic, mid-19th century home. From its picturesque setting atop a hill, this property offers a plethora of opportunities for buyers who appreciate the unique characteristics of this home and the Southern charm of its well-maintained surroundings. Situated on just over an acre, the 4300 square foot home has 4 spacious bedrooms upstairs and one (or two) bedrooms downstairs. The main house's exterior was constructed with hand-formed bricks which were fired in a ditch near the property and includes lower and upper porches across the front offering expansive views of the neighboring properties. The lower front entrance greets you with a door framed with an etched glass vine in the form of an arch with cranberry glass above the door, and a door on the second floor leads to a 10'x10' attic/cupola with shutters that open on all four sides. A new metal roof was added in 2019. 2 hours from Atlanta, 20 minutes from Sandersville, 22 minutes from Milledgeville/Lake Sinclair. Whether your goal is to own and restore your own little piece of history or to embark on a business venture with a bed and breakfast or event venue, this property is the perfect canvas to transform into your own showplace! Adjacent road frontage property (to the left of house) available for separate purchase.
Highlights
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Flooring Type: Wood
- Total Bedroom Count: 5
- Exterior: Porch
- Architectural Style: Other
- Heating: Space Heater(s)
- Cooling: Wall/Window Unit(s)
- List Price: $284,900
- Price/SqFt: $66
- Year Built: 1850
- Living Area: 4,300 SqFt
- Lot Size: 1.3 Acres
- MLS Number: 52073
- MLS Name: Milledgeville
- Office Name: Lake Sinclair-Oconee Realty, LLC
- Office Email: rmchan14@yahoo.com
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Nearby schools
2
Marvin E. Lewis Elementary School
Public District EE-5
13.2 mi
•11145 GA Highway 15
3
Ridge Road Elementary School
Public District 3-5
13.7 mi
•285 Ridge Rd
3
Midway Hills Academy
Public District 3-5
16.8 mi
•101 Carl Vinson Rd SE
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $19,000. The majority of Sparta, GA residents have income less than $<35k annually. Most families are single, no kids. Most residents in this area have high school diploma education.
Frequently asked questions
About 12871 Linton Rd
The listing price of 12871 Linton Rd property is $284,900.
The property 12871 Linton Rd is a house located in Sparta, Georgia, 31087.
Active Listing: 12871 Linton Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 12871 Linton Rd are: Marvin E. Lewis Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Ridge Road Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Midway Hills Academy (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), T.J. Elder Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Hancock Central Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Oak Hill Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Washington County High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Hancock Central High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Baldwin High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).
The property at 12871 Linton Rd has 5 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
The property 12871 Linton Rd is 4,300 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 12871 Linton Rd is 1850.
This home is located at 12871 Linton Rd in Sparta, GA and zip code 31087. This 4,300 square foot home, which was built in 1850, sits on a 1.30 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since January 6, 2025 and is currently priced at $284,900.
Over 1 listings were sold over their listed price in May 2025 in Sparta, GA. In the same period over 7 listings were sold below the listed price and 0 listings were sold for the listed price. In May 2025 in Sparta, GA there were 22.7% more homes for sale than in April. While the average time on the market in May 2025 was 55 days, the median list price was $390,000.