Welcome to an exceptional opportunity in one of Cumming’s most desirable communities, where privacy, space, and thoughtful updates come together on a rare 1.5-acre homesite. Perfectly positioned in a sought-after neighborhood and served by highly rated Forsyth County Schools, this beautifully updated home offers the ideal blend of comfort, functionality, and lifestyle. From the moment you arrive, you’ll appreciate the peaceful setting and expansive property—1.5 acres in a community setting is an incredibly rare find, providing room to relax, entertain, and enjoy the outdoors with a level of privacy that is hard to come by. Inside, the home has been thoughtfully improved with updates that truly set it apart. One of the standout features is the brand-new finished basement, offering incredible flexibility for today’s lifestyle. Whether you envision a media room, recreation space, home gym, guest retreat, or additional living area, this newly completed space adds both functionality and value. Equally impressive are the completely renovated bathrooms, all thoughtfully redesigned with stylish finishes and modern touches. These fully updated spaces deliver a fresh, move-in-ready feel while elevating everyday living with comfort and sophistication. The home’s spacious layout flows effortlessly, creating inviting spaces for gathering and everyday living alike. Large windows bring in natural light and showcase the beauty of the surrounding property, while the generous outdoor space offers endless possibilities—from entertaining and recreation to simply enjoying the serenity of your own backyard retreat. Located in a welcoming and established community, this home combines neighborhood living with the rare luxury of acreage, all while remaining convenient to shopping, dining, parks, and commuter routes. Opportunities like this are hard to find—a beautifully updated home, a newly finished basement, fully renovated bathrooms, highly regarded Forsyth County Schools, and a rare 1.5-acre lot all within a desirable community setting. This is more than a home—it’s a lifestyle. Schedule your private showing today.
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Price cut: $25K (6/11)
$700,000
2281 Barrett Dr, Cumming, GA 30040
6beds
3,601sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1997
1.5 Acres Lot
$680,600 Zestimate®
$194/sqft
$125/mo HOA
What's special
Brand-new finished basementPeaceful settingCompletely renovated bathroomsFully updated spacesGenerous outdoor spaceSpacious layoutExpansive property
- 48 days |
- 457 |
- 31 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
RICHARD THOMPSON,
Keller Williams Realty Atlanta Partners 404-597-5235,
Derick Thompson,
Keller Williams Realty Atlanta Partners
Source: FMLS GA,MLS#: 7775666
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Basement
Primary bedroom
- Features: Oversized Master, Sitting Room, Other
- Level: Oversized Master, Sitting Room, Other
Bedroom
- Features: Oversized Master, Sitting Room, Other
Primary bathroom
- Features: Double Shower, Double Vanity, Separate His/Hers, Soaking Tub
Dining room
- Features: Separate Dining Room
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Room, Cabinets White, Pantry, Second Kitchen
Heating
- Zoned
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Other
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Upper Level
Features
- Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings, High Ceilings 10 ft Main, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood, Other
- Windows: None
- Basement: Finished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Brick, Family Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,601
- Total interior livable area: 3,601 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Rear Porch
- Exterior features: Private Yard, Other, No Dock
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Creek/Stream, Trees/Woods
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Creek/Stream
- Waterfront features: None
- Body of water: None
Lot
- Size: 1.5 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Cleared, Cul-De-Sac, Private, Other
Details
- Additional structures: None
- Parcel number: 103 101
- Other equipment: None
- Horse amenities: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Brick, HardiPlank Type
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1997
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: None
- Energy generation: None
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Barrett Downs
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $1,500 annually
Location
- Region: Cumming
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $194/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $637,620
- Annual tax amount: $6,163
- Date on market: 5/22/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 115 days
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Estimated market value
$680,600
$647,000 - $715,000
$3,505/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/11/2026 | Price change | $700,000-3.4%$194/sqft |
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| 5/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $725,000$201/sqft |
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| 5/19/2026 | Listing removed | $725,000$201/sqft |
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| 4/13/2026 | Price change | $725,000-3.3%$201/sqft |
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| 3/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $750,000+87.5%$208/sqft |
Source: FMLS GA #7734678 Report a problem | ||
| 12/1/2020 | Sold | $400,000$111/sqft |
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| 11/3/2020 | Pending sale | $400,000$111/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams North Atlanta #6800467 Report a problem | ||
| 10/24/2020 | Listed for sale | $400,000+37.9%$111/sqft |
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| 3/31/2016 | Sold | $290,000$81/sqft |
Source:  FMLS GA #5649149 Report a problem | ||
| 2/24/2016 | Pending sale | $290,000$81/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams - Atlanta - North Forsyth #5649149 Report a problem | ||
| 2/18/2016 | Listed for sale | $290,000+28.9%$81/sqft |
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| 9/3/2003 | Sold | $225,000+10.8%$62/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/23/1998 | Sold | $203,100$56/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,163 -2.5% | $255,048 -1% |
| 2024 | $6,318 +21.9% | $257,656 +22.4% |
| 2023 | $5,182 +12.3% | $210,540 +21.5% |
| 2022 | $4,613 +14.6% | $173,320 +18.9% |
| 2021 | $4,026 +17.1% | $145,804 +17.1% |
| 2020 | $3,439 -3.4% | $124,540 -3.3% |
| 2019 | $3,561 +13.1% | $128,756 +13.5% |
| 2017 | $3,149 +10.7% | $113,472 +3.5% |
| 2016 | $2,845 | $109,672 +3.8% |
| 2015 | $2,845 +14.6% | $105,672 +7.3% |
| 2014 | $2,482 +0.2% | $98,492 +0.5% |
| 2013 | $2,476 -0.9% | $97,972 -0.9% |
| 2012 | $2,499 -0.9% | $98,860 -0.9% |
| 2011 | $2,521 | $99,748 -4.3% |
| 2010 | -- | $104,232 |
| 2009 | -- | $104,232 |
| 2008 | -- | $104,232 +2.3% |
| 2007 | -- | $101,840 |
| 2006 | $2,121 +8.2% | $101,840 +9.7% |
| 2005 | $1,960 | $92,800 |
| 2004 | $1,960 -12.8% | $92,800 |
| 2003 | $2,248 +21.9% | -- |
| 2002 | $1,844 +21.6% | -- |
| 2001 | $1,516 -0.6% | -- |
| 2000 | $1,526 | -- |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 30040
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Kelly Mill ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 1 mi
- 8/10Hendricks Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.8 mi
- 8/10Forsyth Central High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Kelly Mill
- Middle: Hendricks
- High: Forsyth Central
Source: FMLS GA. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Georgia
- Forsyth County
- Cumming
- 30040
- 2281 Barrett Dr
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