$9,488 Closing Credit¹
#7407883, JENNIFER WELCH, Listing office: Southern Premier Realty, LLC.
$450,000 List price
4937 Goddards Ford Rd Gainesville, GA 30504
$5,344
Closing credit¹
1 bed
1 full
800 sqft
0.7 acres
$563 / sqft
House
Property details
About 4937 Goddards Ford Rd
This charming 1 bedroom, 1 bath lakefront cottage offers the perfect amount of peaceful privacy for a weekend escape. Tucked away on a wooded .70-acre lot with seasonal lake views, this home includes a 16' x 24' platform dock with deep water access and a very gentle walk to the shoreline. The open-concept layout features warm wood-planked walls and ceilings throughout. Enjoy outdoor living on the expansive deck, perfect for entertaining or relaxing in the natural surroundings. The unfinished basement offers ample storage or potential for additional living space, and the home is permitted for 2 bedrooms, offering room to expand. This property offers incredible potential in a tranquil lakefront setting! Conveniently located to I-985, GA 400, Gainesville, and Dawsonville.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral, Electric, Propane
StatusActive
CoolingCeiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
Size800 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.7 Acres
Year built1979
ParkingDriveway, Garage
MLS #7599241
Garage1 space
WaterfrontLake Front
FireplaceDecorative, Gas Log, Living Room, Other Room
ViewLake, Trees/Woods, Water
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Carpet, Hardwood, Vinyl
- Interior: High Speed Internet, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Fireplace: Decorative, Gas Log, Living Room, Other Room
- Total Bedroom Count: 1
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Private Pool: No
- Parking: Driveway, Garage
- Waterfront: Lake Front
- View: Lake, Trees/Woods, Water
- Exterior: None
- Architectural Style: Bungalow, Cottage
- Heating: Central, Electric, Propane
- Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
- List Price: $450,000
- Price/SqFt: $562
- HOA Amount: $0
- Annual Tax Amount: $3,056
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Wooded
- Directions: GPS Friendly, From Downtown Gainesville, Take Browns Bridge West, turn Right on Goddards Ford, home is on the Left.
- Year Built: 1979
- Living Area: 800 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.7 Acres
- MLS Number: 7599241
- MLS Name: First Multiple Listing Service
- Office Name: The Norton Agency
- Office Phone: (770) 532-0022
- Listing Agent: SHEILA DAVIS
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Property sales
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $120,836 | $3,056 |
| 2022 | $105,196 | $2,859 |
| 2021 | $110,636 | $2,974 |
| 2020 | $108,196 | $2,995 |
| 2019 | $100,316 | $2,807 |
| 2018 | $85,356 | $2,477 |
| 2017 | $83,436 | $2,341 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
4
McEver Elementary School
Public District PK-5
2.8 mi
•3265 Montgomery Dr
5
Chestatee Elementary School
Public District KG-5
3.9 mi
•6945 Keith Bridge Rd
4
Mundy Mill Learning Academy
Public District PK-5
3.9 mi
•4260 Mundy Mill Parkway
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 $48,920. Residents of Gainesville, GA typically earn between $35k-100k each year. Residents typically live in married, no kids family. Residents of this area typically have high school diploma education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
26%
<35k
64%
35k-100k
6%
100k-200k
4%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
28%
Single, No Kids
12%
Single, with Kids
37%
Married, No Kids
23%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
17%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
20%
18-34 yrs old
42%
35-64 yrs old
13%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
PGA/LPGA
NASCAR
Soccer
Where do the neighbors shop?
Stein Mart
Dick's Sporting Goods
Old Navy
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Cracker Barrel
Bob Evans
Arbys
What do the neighbors drive?
Lexus
Lincoln
GMC
What do the neighbors listen to?
Oldies
News/Talk/Information
Adult Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
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About 4937 Goddards Ford Rd
The listing price of 4937 Goddards Ford Rd property is $450,000.
The property 4937 Goddards Ford Rd is a house located in Gainesville, Georgia, 30504.
Active Listing: 4937 Goddards Ford Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 4937 Goddards Ford Rd are: McEver Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Chestatee Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Mundy Mill Learning Academy (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), West Hall Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Little Mill Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Chestatee Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), West Hall High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), East Forsyth High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Lanier College and Career Academy (GreatSchools Rating 1/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $3,056 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 4937 Goddards Ford Rd has 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom.
The property 4937 Goddards Ford Rd is 800 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 4937 Goddards Ford Rd is 1979.
This home is located at 4937 Goddards Ford Rd in Gainesville, GA and zip code 30504. This 800 square foot home, which was built in 1979, sits on a 0.70 acre lot. Features: 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 17, 2025 and is currently priced at $450,000.
While more than 21 listings in Gainesville, GA in May 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 33 listings sold at asking price, and more than 94 were sold below. Between April and May 2025, Gainesville, GA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 8.4%. While the average time on the market in May 2025 was 44 days, the median list price was $409,090.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.