NEW IMPROVED PRICING! ~ LAKEFRONT RETREAT IN A GATED COMMUNITY ~ ENDLESS POTENTIAL ~ FULLY FURNISHED ~ AMAZING WATERFRONT SETTING ~ Don't miss this incredible opportunity to own an affordable lakefront getaway in a peaceful, gated community! Situated on approximately 100 feet of beautiful waterfront, this property offers breathtaking views, easy walk-to-the-water access, and endless possibilities to create the lake home you've always envisioned. Being sold AS-IS, this home is priced to allow the next owner to update and personalize it to their own style while enjoying one of the area's most desirable waterfront settings. Inside, you'll find a spacious living room with a cozy fireplace, a kitchen featuring warm wooden cabinetry, and an open dining area that's perfect for gathering with family and friends. The home offers 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, plus a large bonus room that could serve as additional sleeping space, a game room, office, or second living area. Step outside to a large screened porch overlooking the lake—the perfect place to relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. Additional features include a fenced yard area, private dock, storage shed, and the convenience of being sold completely furnished, making it easy to start enjoying lake life right away. One of the best features is the home's elevation—despite its exceptional waterfront location, it is NOT located in a flood zone! Whether you're looking for a weekend retreat, vacation rental, or a place to renovate into your dream lakefront escape, this property offers an outstanding opportunity to own your own little piece of paradise at an exceptional value!
For sale
Price cut: $25.1K (9/9)
$299,900
135 Josephine Overlook Dr, Rue, GA 39854
2beds
2,070sqft
Detached Single Family
Built in 1990
0.37 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$145/sqft
$15/mo HOA
What's special
Private dockFenced yard areaBreathtaking viewsStorage shedEasy walk-to-the-water accessLarge bonus room
- 80 days
- 692
- 49
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Amanda Wiley & Kyla Standring Team 229-888-6670,
ERA ALL IN ONE REALTY
Source: SWGMLS,MLS#: 169602
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Heat: Central Electric
Cooling
- A/C: Central Electric, Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stove/Oven Electric, Electric Water Heater
Features
- Open Floorplan, Other-See Remarks, Walls (Sheet Rock), Other Walls See Remarks, Bonus Room Finished
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Carpet, Laminate
- Windows: Mini Blinds
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,070
- Total interior livable area: 2,070 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Driveway Only
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Porch Covered, Porch Screened
- Fencing: Back Yard,Chain Link
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Lake Front, Waterfront
- Frontage length: Water: 101
Lot
- Size: 0.37 Acres
- Dimensions: 0.37
Details
- Parcel number: 05BA00500
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Detached Single Family
Materials
- Wood Siding, Wood Trim
- Foundation: Crawl Space, Raised, Slab
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Year built: 1990
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Diverse Power
- Sewer: Septic Tank, Septic System On Site
- Water: Private, Shared Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Bonaparte's Retreat
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $175 annually
Location
- Region: Rue
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $145/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $219,378
- Annual tax amount: $2,809
- Date on market: 7/23/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,FHA,VA Loan,Conventional
- Ownership: Secondary Home
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,612/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/9/2026 | Price change | $299,900-7.7%$145/sqft |
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| 7/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $325,000+62.5%$157/sqft |
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| 8/3/2007 | Sold | $200,000+102%$97/sqft |
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| 6/24/2005 | Sold | $99,000$48/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,107 -1.1% | $87,751 |
| 2024 | $3,141 +9.2% | $87,751 |
| 2023 | $2,877 -1% | $87,751 |
| 2022 | $2,906 +43% | $87,751 +42.6% |
| 2021 | $2,033 +1.4% | $61,543 +1.4% |
| 2020 | $2,005 -0.4% | $60,684 |
| 2019 | $2,013 +3.7% | $60,684 |
| 2018 | $1,941 | $60,684 |
| 2017 | $1,941 | $60,684 -2.2% |
| 2016 | -- | $62,042 |
| 2015 | -- | $62,042 -11.6% |
| 2014 | -- | $70,196 -13.3% |
| 2013 | -- | $80,996 |
| 2012 | -- | -- |
| 2011 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
| 2009 | -- | -- |
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