$365,000

487 Ridge Rd Lafayette, GA 30728

$4,334
Closing credit¹
3 beds
3 full
1,911 sqft
8.9 acres
$191 / sqft
House

Property details

About 487 Ridge Rd

Welcome to your own private retreat! This beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 3-bath home offers a fully finished basement that could easily serve as a bonus room, home office, or even a 4th bedroom with its own full bath — perfect for guests or multigenerational living. Nestled on just under 9 acres, the property boasts a small pond at the front and meandering hiking trails that lead to a breathtaking overlook at the top of the ridge — ideal for morning coffee or sunset views. Enjoy nature at its best with local favorites like Pettyjohns Cave, Pigeon Mountain, the Blue Hole, Cloudland Canyon State Park, and Hidden Hollow all nearby. Inside, the home offers a spacious layout with plenty of room to gather, relax, and entertain. Whether you're looking for a peaceful weekend getaway or a full-time residence surrounded by natural beauty, this home is your perfect match.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
StatusActive
CoolingCeiling Fan(s), Central Air
Size1,911 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size8.95 Acres
Year built2006
ParkingConcrete, Garage, Gravel
MLS #1514118
Attached garage2 spaces

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Basement: Yes
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking: Concrete, Garage, Gravel
  • Exterior: Private Yard
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • List Price: $365,000
  • Price/SqFt: $191
  • Directions: From Fort Oglethorpe, GA, Travel West to the 27 Bypass entrance ramp. Take the ramp towards Lafayette. Travel South to West Hwy 136 turn right. Travel west to Old Mineral Springs Rd take a left and travel south. Old Mineral Springs Turns into N Chattanooga St. Turn on Hillsdale Rd to Hwy 193 turn Right. Travel North on 193 to Chamberlain Rd take a left and travel south to Ridge Rd take a left. House is on the Right look for sign.
  • Year Built: 2006
  • Living Area: 1,911 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 8.95 Acres
  • MLS Number: 1514118
  • MLS Name: Greater Chattanooga REALTORS®
  • Office Name: Keller Williams Realty
  • Office Phone: (423) 664-1900
  • Office Email: matthew.gann@kw.com

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487 Ridge Rd, Lafayette, GA 30728 - view of front of home featuring an attached garage, brick siding, concrete driveway, and a lawn

$365,000

487 Ridge Rd

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Nearby schools

6

Gilbert Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.6 mi

87 S Burnt Mill Rd

6

North Lafayette Elementary School

Public District PK-5

3.6 mi

610 N Duke St

6

Naomi Elementary School

Public District PK-5

6.9 mi

4038 E Highway 136

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 $34,848. The majority of Lafayette, GA residents have income less than $<35k annually. The most common type of family is married, no kids. Most residents in this area have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

50%
<35k
43%
35k-100k
7%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

28%
Single, No Kids
7%
Single, with Kids
37%
Married, No Kids
28%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

13%
<11 yrs old
10%
12-17 yrs old
17%
18-34 yrs old
47%
35-64 yrs old
13%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • HuntingHunting
  • NASCARNASCAR
  • Monster TrucksMonster Trucks

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Wal-MartWal-Mart
  • Dollar GeneralDollar General
  • Academy Sports & OutdoorsAcademy Sports & Outdoors

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

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

What do the neighbors drive?

  • RamRam
  • GMCGMC
  • ChevroletChevrolet

What do the neighbors listen to?

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

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About 487 Ridge Rd

The listing price of 487 Ridge Rd property is $365,000.

The property 487 Ridge Rd is a house located in Lafayette, Georgia, 30728.

Active Listing: 487 Ridge Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 487 Ridge Rd are: Gilbert Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), North Lafayette Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Naomi Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Lafayette Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Trion Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Saddle Ridge Elementary and Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Lafayette High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Trion High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Gordon Lee High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10).

The property at 487 Ridge Rd has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.

The property 487 Ridge Rd is 1,911 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 487 Ridge Rd is 2006.

This home is located at 487 Ridge Rd in Lafayette, GA and zip code 30728. This 1,911 square foot home, which was built in 2006, sits on a 8.95 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 4, 2025 and is currently priced at $365,000.

In May 2025, from all listings sold in Lafayette, GA there were more than 6 sold above asking price, over 13 sold below and more than 13 were sold right at the asked price. The number of listings in Lafayette, GA decreased by 1.3% between April and May 2025. In May 2025, listings were on the market for 88 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $225,000.

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

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