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$295,000

255 Big Oconee River Rd Sparta, GA 31087

1 bed
1 full
840 sqft
2.5 acres
$351 / sqft
House

Property details

About 255 Big Oconee River Rd

LOCATED DIRECTLY ACROSS THE STREET FROM LAKE SINCLAIR. RARE OPPORTUNITY TO PURCHASE 2.5 ACRES INCLUDING 40X60 SHOP/GARAGE WITH ADJACENT APARTMENT! Abundance of storage and workspace - meets multiple needs. Apartment is wide open space with open bedroom, kitchenette and full bath. Apartment has mini split for heat and air. No HOA. No rental restrictions. SELLER WILLING TO NEGOTIATE IF BUYER WANTS TO PURCHASE THIS PROPERTY WITH LAKE HOUSE ACROSS STREET AT 254 BIG OCONEE RIVER ROAD. Furnishings negotiable.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral, Electric
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)
CoolingCentral Air
Size840 sqft
Lot size2.5 Acres
Year built2014
MLS #66795

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Appliances: Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
  • Total Bedroom Count: 1
  • Architectural Style: Other
  • Heating: Central, Electric
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $295,000
  • Price/SqFt: $351
  • Annual Tax Amount: $805
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Lot: Level
  • Directions: From Carrs Station, turn on Lake Sinclair Drive. Left on Island Creek. Veer right on Ridge Road (gravel road - drive slowly). Stay straight - road turns into Chickasaw Trail N. Right on Tomahawk. Left on Big Oconee River Road. Garage property on righ
  • Year Built: 2014
  • Stories: 1
  • Living Area: 840 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 2.5 Acres
  • MLS Number: 66795
  • MLS Name: LakeCountryGA
  • Office Name: Lake Homes Realty

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$23,628$805
2022$23,628$755
2021$23,628$753
2020$23,628$755
2019$23,628$755
2018$23,628$756
2017$23,628$737

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

4

Lakeview Academy

Public District 3-5

6.9 mi

220 N Abc Dr

3

Midway Hills Academy

Public District 3-5

11.9 mi

101 Carl Vinson Rd SE

4

Putnam County Elementary School

Public District 3-5

12.3 mi

314 S Washington Ave

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $31,891. Most Sparta, GA residents have annual incomes less than $<35k. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. The most common level of education of people living in this area is high school diploma.

How much money do the neighbors make?

56%
<35k
33%
35k-100k
11%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

45%
Single, No Kids
10%
Single, with Kids
37%
Married, No Kids
8%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

10%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
11%
18-34 yrs old
49%
35-64 yrs old
24%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • NASCARNASCAR
  • HuntingHunting
  • Figure SkatingFigure Skating

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Dollar GeneralDollar General
  • Bass Pro ShopsBass Pro Shops
  • Wal-MartWal-Mart

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Hardee'sHardee's
  • Jimmy JohnsJimmy Johns
  • ApplebeesApplebees

What do the neighbors drive?

  • GMCGMC
  • RamRam
  • OldsmobileOldsmobile

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Classic CountryClassic Country
  • OldiesOldies
  • New CountryNew Country
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 255 Big Oconee River Rd

The listing price of 255 Big Oconee River Rd property is $295,000.

The property 255 Big Oconee River Rd is a house located in Sparta, Georgia, 31087.

Active Listing: 255 Big Oconee River Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 255 Big Oconee River Rd are: Lakeview Academy (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Midway Hills Academy (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Putnam County Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Oak Hill Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Putnam County Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Hancock Central Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Baldwin High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Putnam County High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Hancock Central High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $805 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The property at 255 Big Oconee River Rd has 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom.

The property 255 Big Oconee River Rd is 840 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 255 Big Oconee River Rd is 2014.

This home is located at 255 Big Oconee River Rd in Sparta, GA and zip code 31087. This 840 square foot home, which was built in 2014, sits on a 2.50 acre lot. Features: 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since February 4, 2025 and is currently priced at $295,000.

Sparta, GA housing market in June 2025 saw over 0 listings sold above listed price, more than 1 sold at listed price and over 7 sold below. Between May and June 2025, Sparta, GA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 9.1%. The median list price of listings available in June 2025 was $380,000, while the average time on the real estate market was 86 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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