#10498011, Holly J. Brown, Listing office: Harry Norman Realtors
8850 Matt Hwy Ball Ground, GA 30107
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About 8850 Matt Hwy
Nestled on over 2 PRIVATE, WOODED ACRES with an option to purchase an additional 2+ acre parcel to expand this GORGEOUS ESTATE. Located in Forsyth County's exclusive ETOWAH TRAILS with DIRECT TRAIL ACCESS to the ETOWAH RIVER and LONG-RANGE VIEWS of the NORTH GEORGIA MOUNTAINS, this EXQUISITE CUSTOM TIMBER FRAME home is PRICED WELL BELOW APPRAISED VALUE! Conveniently located minutes from BALL GROUND, CUMMING, POOLE'S MILL PARK, GIBBS GARDENS, and MORE!! Conveniently located minutes from BALL GROUND, CUMMING, POOLE'S MILL PARK, GIBBS GARDENS, and MORE! Designed by MILL CREEK POST and BEAM, the home features SOARING VAULTED CEILINGS, WIDE-PLANK PINE FLOORS, HANDCRAFTED IRONWORK, and MASSIVE EXPOSED BEAMS. The EXPANSIVE GREAT ROOM features a TWO-SIDED STONE FIREPLACE and GORGEOUS WALL-TO-WALL WINDOWS which showcase the river valley and North Georgia Mountain view. Fine finishes include TONGUE AND GROOVE CEILINGS, SOLID ALDERWOOD DOORS, EXQUISITE IRON DETAILS, and many more. Designed for energy efficiency and built to last centuries, the home is enclosed in STRUCTURAL INSULATED PANELS, which provide high R-Values and LOW energy bills. The cost to build this home today is well over 2M. The heart of the home is the GOURMET KITCHEN, with an 8-foot island and tons of cabinet space. Designed with the family chef in mind, high-end GE MONOGRAM appliances, GRANITE countertops, a SIX-BURNER cooktop, WARMING DRAWER, ADVANTIUM SPEED COOK OVEN, and GORGEOUS WALK-IN PANTRY will make cooking a joy. The OVERSIZED DINING AREA, also centered around the FIREPLACE, offers the PERFECT SPACE FOR ENTERTAINING with a fire and a view! Designed for ranch living, the MAIN-LEVEL PRIMARY SUITE features PRIVATE DECK ACCESS, a SPA-INSPIRED BATHROOM, and a CUSTOM WALK-IN CLOSET. Two additional main-floor bedrooms share a JACK-AND-JILL bath. A half bath and a LARGE LAUNDRY ROOM with BUILT-INS complete the main floor. At one end, a LOFTED OFFICE or COZY READING SPACE overlooks the GREAT ROOM. In contrast, at the other end of the house, a PRIVATE SUITE with a LUXURY BATH, WALK-IN CLOSET, and EXPANSIVE BONUS ROOM offers FLEXIBILITY as a FIFTH BEDROOM or BONUS ENTERTAINMENT SPACE. The nearly 3,000 SQ FT UNFINISHED BASEMENT is already INSULATED and FRAMED with a FIREPLACE INSERT, offering ENDLESS POTENTIAL for CUSTOMIZATION. Outdoors, enjoy 900 SQUARE FEET OF DECKING, a FENCED PADDOCK for dogs or ponies, and SERENE NATURAL SURROUNDINGS with direct access to the community WALKING and EQUESTRIAN TRAILS along the ETOWAH RIVER. Additional features include an OVERSIZED 750+ SQ FT GARAGE, COPPER GUTTERS, TANKLESS WATER HEATER, and PELLA ARCHITECTURAL DOUBLE-PANE CASEMENT windows with wide overhangs. Zoned for TOP-RATED FORSYTH COUNTY SCHOOLS and eligible for the FORSYTH COUNTY SENIOR TAX EXEMPTION, this home perfectly combines PRIVACY, the TRANQUILITY OF NATURE and LUXURIOUS LIVING close to MODERN CONVENIENCES. This is your OPPORTUNITY to OWN a TRUE NORTH GEORGIA MASTERPIECE. This quality of home doesn't come on the market very often! SCHEDULE YOUR PRIVATE SHOWING TODAY!!!
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Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Hardwood, Stone
- Interior: Beamed Ceilings, Bookcases, Double Vanity, Master On Main Level, Split Bedroom Plan, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Fireplace: Basement, Gas Log, Gas Starter
- Total Bedroom Count: 5
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Garage, Garage Door Opener, Side/Rear Entrance
- Waterfront: Stream, Creek
- View: Mountain(s)
- Exterior: Gas Grill
- Architectural Style: Craftsman
- Heating: Central
- Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
- List Price: $990,000
- Price/SqFt: $211
- HOA Amount: $300
- Annual Tax Amount: $8,190
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Sloped
- Directions: Use GPS
- Year Built: 2005
- Living Area: 4,692 SqFt
- Lot Size: 2 Acres
- MLS Number: 10559311
- MLS Name: Georgia MLS 2
- Office Name: Keller Williams Community Partners
- Listing Agent: Leah Wheeler
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Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2024 | $334,024 | $8,190 |
2022 | $201,200 | $5,874 |
2021 | $201,200 | $5,874 |
2020 | $176,880 | $5,555 |
2018 | $174,040 | $4,812 |
2017 | $169,320 | $4,699 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
5
Pooles Mill Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.5 mi
•7110 Heardsville Rd
7
Matt Elementary School
Public District KG-5
2.4 mi
•7455 Wallace Tatum Rd
7
Free Home Elementary School
Public District KG-5
4.9 mi
•12525 Cumming Hwy
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 $90,201. The majority of Ball Ground, GA residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Most families are married, with kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
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Frequently asked questions
About 8850 Matt Hwy
The listing price of 8850 Matt Hwy property is $990,000.
The property 8850 Matt Hwy is a house located in Ball Ground, Georgia, 30107.
Active Listing: 8850 Matt Hwy is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 8850 Matt Hwy are: Pooles Mill Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Matt Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Free Home Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Liberty Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Hendricks Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Creekland Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), West Forsyth High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Creekview High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), North Forsyth High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $8,190 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 8850 Matt Hwy has 5 bedrooms and 3 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 8850 Matt Hwy is 4,692 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 8850 Matt Hwy is 2005.
This home is located at 8850 Matt Hwy in Ball Ground, GA and zip code 30107. This 4,692 square foot home, which was built in 2005, sits on a 2.00 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 8, 2025 and is currently priced at $990,000.
While more than 5 listings in Ball Ground, GA in June 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 14 listings sold at asking price, and more than 7 were sold below. In June 2025 in Ball Ground, GA there were 19.1% more homes for sale than in May. The median list price of listings available in June 2025 was $467,500, while the average time on the real estate market was 43 days.