505 River Ridge Rd Clarkesville, GA 30523
Property details
About 505 River Ridge Rd
7.59 Acre Chattahoochee Riverfront Estate with Fully Renovated 5BD, 3.5BA, 4500sqft Luxury Craftsman Home. Incredible top to bottom renovation features a blend of rustic and contemporary finishes and has produced a home of the highest quality that is built to last. The project included all new interior and exterior designer fixtures, shiplap paneling, new hardwood floors, new windows, installation of reclaimed interior doors, new front entry porch and doors, new roof and gutters, new whole-house generator, two new HVAC units, new appliances, finished garage and shop complete with wooden garage doors, plus an all new interior and exterior color palette, and even structural beams were added to remove columns and open the dining room. The grounds have undergone an even more impressive transformation with new cantilevered river deck, (2) new sets of stairs and landings down to the river, extensive grading, drainage system, and retaining wall to create front and back lawns with zoysia sod and landscaping. The massive landscaping and hardscaping project featured over 2000 new shrubs and trees, approval from county and state authorities to open the views to the river, new sealed pebbled stone drive with electronic gate, 18 zone sprinkler system, and fencing to keep deer out. Main level includes inviting foyer, formal dining, great room with 20 ft ceiling and automatic blinds, study/office, an entertainers' kitchen with breakfast nook and bar seating, laundry/mudroom, half bath, and owners' suite. Owners suite has tray ceiling, oversized tiled shower, custom walk-in closet and soaking tub. Upstairs has three bedrooms, shared full bath, and reading nook. Terrace level includes a family / media room, walk-out to veranda with level lawn, oversized bedroom, full bath with frameless glass tiled shower, home gym, storage, and workshop. The property offers an incredible river experience with one of the highest character river shoals in the area and over 300' of riverfront. You and your guests are sure to enjoy the views of the magnificent shoals and music of the river, plus you'll have excellent trout and bass fishing, paddle sports, tubing, and even swimming right outside your back door! The 7.59 acre estate is platted as three separate lots and offers the opportunity to build 2 additional homes or additional structures or hold the lots as investments. Potential building sites have excellent views of Mt. Yonah and the river. The Chattahoochee Glenn Community is a gated community of estate sized lots and quality homes. Excellent location convenient to Sautee, Helen and Clarkesville and less than 90 miles from Atlanta.
Highlights
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Hardwood
- Interior: Bookcases, Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer 2 Story, High Ceilings 9 ft Upper, High Ceilings 9 ft Lower, High Speed Internet, Tray Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar
- Fireplace: None
- Total Bedroom Count: 5
- Garage Space: 3 spaces
- Private Pool: No
- Parking: Garage, Garage Faces Front, Kitchen Level
- Waterfront: River Front
- View: Mountain(s), River, Rural
- Exterior: Courtyard, Garden, Private Yard
- Architectural Style: Craftsman
- Heating: Central, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Propane
- Cooling: Central Air, Electric, Heat Pump
- List Price: $1,399,000
- Price/SqFt: $312
- HOA Amount: $1500 Annually
- Annual Tax Amount: $8,206
- Tax Year: 2024
- Directions: From Clarkesville, take Hwy 17 towards Helen to left on Thistle Dr. Enter gate for Chattahoochee Glen. Take left on Hawthorn Dr, then left on Hanes Ridge Rd, then right on River Ridge Rd, Home will be on the right at # 505. See sign.
- Year Built: 1999
- Living Area: 4,482 SqFt
- Lot Size: 7.59 Acres
- MLS Number: 7574063
- MLS Name: First Multiple Listing Service
- Office Name: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties
- Office Phone: (706) 778-4171
- Listing Agent: Meghann Brackett
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Price information
Property sales
Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|
Mar 23, 2017 | Home Sold | $489,000 |
Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2024 | $316,168 | $8,206 |
2022 | $237,128 | $6,154 |
2021 | $215,132 | $6,183 |
2020 | $191,088 | $5,583 |
2019 | $191,088 | $5,139 |
2018 | $191,088 | $5,144 |
2017 | $151,072 | $4,056 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
8
Mt. Yonah Elementary School
Public District KG-5
2.2 mi
•1161 Duncan Bridge Rd
7
Jack P. Nix Primary School
Public District KG-2
7.3 mi
•342 W Kytle St
6
Fairview Elementary School
Public District PK-5
7.4 mi
•2925 Cannon Bridge Rd
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 $48,370. The most common annual income of people living in Clarkesville, GA is less than $<35k. Residents typically live in married, no kids family. The most common level of education of people living in this area is high school diploma.
Frequently asked questions
About 505 River Ridge Rd
The listing price of 505 River Ridge Rd property is $1,399,000.
The property 505 River Ridge Rd is a house located in Clarkesville, Georgia, 30523.
Active Listing: 505 River Ridge Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 505 River Ridge Rd are: Mt. Yonah Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Jack P. Nix Primary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Fairview Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), White County Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), North Habersham Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Hilliard A. Wilbanks Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Mountain Education Charter High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), White County High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Habersham Success Academy (GreatSchools Rating 6/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $8,206 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on March 23, 2017 for $489,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 505 River Ridge Rd has 5 bedrooms and 3 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 505 River Ridge Rd is 4,482 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 505 River Ridge Rd is 1999.
This home is located at 505 River Ridge Rd in Clarkesville, GA and zip code 30523. This 4,482 square foot home, which was built in 1999, sits on a 7.59 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 6, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,399,000.
In June 2025, from all listings sold in Clarkesville, GA there were more than 2 sold above asking price, over 13 sold below and more than 11 were sold right at the asked price. The number of homes for sale in Clarkesville, GA increased by 7.2% between May and June 2025. In June 2025 median list price was $375,000 and the average listing age was 56 days.