$8,253 Closing Credit¹
#10446719, Rickey D. Cantera, Listing Office: Georgia Forestland Investments
$574,900 List price
159 S Forest Ave Social Circle, GA 30025
$6,827
Closing credit¹
4 beds
3 full, 1 partial
3,200 sqft
1.2 acres
$180 / sqft
House
Property details
About 159 S Forest Ave
Awarded 2024 Historic house of the year for Walton County. The Lyndsey home offers downtown Social Circle living to the finest. This Colonial style home boasts a family floor plan with master en suite on the main, updated with walk-in shower, double vanities with quartz countertops and walk in closet. Kitchen features oversized kitchen island with breakfast bar seating, quartz countertops and walk-in pantry. Upstairs is two generous sized bedrooms with a shared newly updated bathroom. Throughout the main living area this home has original hardwood floors that have been freshly sanded and stained to preserve the original beauty of this home. Enjoy the wrap-around porch that this home has to offer and plenty of room for entertaining. Step into the backyard with just over an acre of land this expansive backyard has plenty of room for you to create your backyard oasis. This home has been beautifully renovated and is a must see! This gorgeous home features many new upgrades included but not limited to new HVAC, new windows, new deck, duct work, new electrical, new plumbing, new spray foam insulation in the attic and in the crawl space. Seller will provide a new kitchen appliance package. Dear potential buyer, This home has undergone an extensive remodel with hundreds of thousands invested on the remodel alone. Upgrades include: * Brand new vinyl windows * Brand new plumbing supply and drain lines throughout the entire house * Brand new 200 amp electrical service, wiring, and service panel * Brand new fixtures, lighting, and plumbing * Completely new framing on the exterior addition with all new Hardie siding on the back exterior wall * Spray foam insulation in all crawl spaces and attic for energy efficiency (estimated 30% savings on power bills) * Zoysia sodded front yard with trimmed landscaping * Brand new Rheem HVAC units (5-ton and 2-ton) with all new ductwork * Brand new kitchen and bathroom cabinets with quartz counters * All new frameless glass shower doors * Brand new paint throughout the entire home * New interior doors and hardware * New back deck with all new lumber and railing * New gutters * Recently washed roof (only 7 years old) * New tile and drywall in the bathrooms This home offers a historic look with all the benefits of new construction. You can enjoy years of worry-free living as if you were buying a brand new home, all while preserving its historic charm. The home was even recognized as a Historic Home of 2024. Sincerely, Devin Smith
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size3,200 sqft
Lot size1.16 Acres
Year built1895
ParkingParking Shed
MLS #10490181
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Summary
- MLS Number: 10490181
- MLS Name: Georgia MLS 2
- Office Name: Self Property Advisors
- Listing Agent: Hollie M Turner
Based on information from the Georgia MLS © 2025.
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 18, 2022 | Home Sold | $150,000 |
| Aug 25, 2021 | Home Sold | $135,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $66,440 | $2,169 |
| 2022 | $58,320 | $224,515 |
| 2021 | $47,800 | $562 |
| 2020 | $45,240 | $497 |
| 2018 | $38,520 | $420 |
| 2017 | $33,800 | $368 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
7
Social Circle Elementary School
Public District 3-5
0.2 mi
•240A W Hightower Trl
4
Flint Hill Elementary School
Public District PK-5
6.9 mi
•1300 Airport Rd
4
Harmony Elementary School
Public District PK-5
7.8 mi
•934 Harmony Church Rd NE
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 $52,151. The majority of Social Circle, GA residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Most families are single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is high school diploma.
How much money do the neighbors make?
35%
<35k
39%
35k-100k
23%
100k-200k
3%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
35%
Single, No Kids
12%
Single, with Kids
26%
Married, No Kids
27%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
17%
<11 yrs old
10%
12-17 yrs old
17%
18-34 yrs old
42%
35-64 yrs old
14%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Hunting
Monster Trucks
NASCAR
Where do the neighbors shop?
Academy Sports & Outdoors
Wal-Mart
Dollar General
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Jimmy Johns
Hardee's
Applebees
What do the neighbors drive?
Chevrolet
Ram
GMC
What do the neighbors listen to?
New Country
Country- Classic Country
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 159 S Forest Ave
This home is located at 159 S Forest Ave in Social Circle, GA and zip code 30025. This 3,200 square foot home, which was built in 1895, sits on a 1.16 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 1, 2025 and is currently priced at $574,900.
In March 2025, from all listings sold in Social Circle, GA there were more than 2 sold above asking price, over 15 sold below and more than 1 were sold right at the asked price. Between February and March 2025, Social Circle, GA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 25.8%. While the average time on the market in March 2025 was 47 days, the median list price was $369,950.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.