$7,480

closing credit¹

281 Orchard Dr Canton, GA 30115

$629,900
5 beds
3 full
3,312 sqft
1.1 acres
$190 / sqft
House

Property details

About 281 Orchard Dr

Introducing this charming, updated ranch home situated on 1.12 private acres in a desirable, non-HOA Canton community. So close to everything, but tucked away from it all in the back of the neighborhood. Relax in your private backyard retreat - complete with a large easy maintenance saltwater swimming pool, gardening areas with raised beds, newer chicken coop, storage shed and gazebo. Enjoy the peaceful views from the updated kitchen with butcher block counters, painted cabinets and open shelving. Four bedrooms (one has been converted to an additional closet with washer and gas dryer), all areas have been recently painted with customized woodworking detail - battenboard, moldings, chair rails - and fresh interior paint. Hardwood floors have been refinished and added throughout main level. Oversized windows allow for tons of natural light to shine in each room! Downstairs you will find a large family/media room, additional bedroom and full bath - perfect for a teen or in-law suite! Also a newly finished game room area (could also be used as a studio or office with separate entrance. There is a spacious 28x30 detached two car garage (currently used as an amazing hobby workshop) with oversized ceilings and 220 amp electric. Also on the property is a large covered RV/automobile/boat/etc. carport on a separate concrete pad. The backyard is fully fenced - great for pets! The shed and gazebo have electricity. Additional significant cosmetic upgrades in 2022 - new fireplace/logs/servicing and sweep, new bay windows in living room, new LVP flooring downstairs, new chicken shed and runs (built in 2023). Home has newer insulated windows, roof is 9/10 yrs old, new furnace coil and a/c unit Fall of 2023 and so much more! Great proximity to 575 and Cherokee Northside Hospital, Roswell in under 30 minutes, downtown Woodstock and Canton even less. Location allows for commuting to Atlanta while also just 45 minutes to Ellijay and the north Georgia mountains!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral, Electric, Forced Air
StatusActive
(New)
CoolingCeiling Fan(s), Central Air
Size3,312 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size1.12 Acres
Year built1991
ParkingDetached, Garage, Garage Door Opener
MLS #10452564
FireplaceGas Log, Gas Starter, Living Room, Masonry

Summary

  • MLS Number: 10452564
  • MLS Name: Georgia MLS 2
  • Office Name: BHHS Georgia Properties
  • Listing Agent: Lisa Gallagher

IDX Based on information from the Georgia MLS © 2025.

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281 Orchard Dr

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Dec 01, 2021
Home Sold
$460,000
Oct 27, 2006
Home Sold
$249,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$180,028$4,508
2022$146,880$4,169
2021$106,052$819
2020$97,624$819
2019$95,280$782
2017$80,520$2,254

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

7

Indian Knoll Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.8 mi

3635 Univeter Rd

8

Hickory Flat Elementary School

Public District KG-5

2.5 mi

2755 E Cherokee Dr

6

Holly Springs Elementary School STEM Academy

Public District KG-5

2.5 mi

1965 Hickory Rd

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 $67,530. Residents of Canton, GA typically earn between $35k-100k each year. Most families are married, with kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

19%
<35k
55%
35k-100k
17%
100k-200k
9%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

21%
Single, No Kids
9%
Single, with Kids
34%
Married, No Kids
36%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

20%
<11 yrs old
10%
12-17 yrs old
18%
18-34 yrs old
42%
35-64 yrs old
10%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • SoccerSoccer
  • Extreme SportsExtreme Sports
  • NASCARNASCAR

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Old NavyOld Navy
  • Academy Sports & OutdoorsAcademy Sports & Outdoors
  • Dick's Sporting GoodsDick's Sporting Goods

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Jimmy JohnsJimmy Johns
  • Little CaesarsLittle Caesars
  • ArbysArbys

What do the neighbors drive?

  • GMCGMC
  • ChevroletChevrolet
  • RamRam

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • New CountryNew Country
  • CountryCountry
  • Adult HitsAdult Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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About 281 Orchard Dr

This home is located at 281 Orchard Dr in Canton, GA and zip code 30115. This 3,312 square foot home, which was built in 1991, sits on a 1.12 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since February 4, 2025 and is currently priced at $629,900.

In January 2025 more than 14 listings in Canton, GA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 18 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 63 were sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Canton, GA between December and January 2025 increased by 8.9%. While the average time on the market in January 2025 was 56 days, the median list price was $532,185.

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

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