This is an exceptional opportunity for instant equity! Priced well below appraised value. Craftsman-Style Home with Full In-Law Suite situated on level 2.39 Acres This beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 3-bath home sits on a private cul-de-sac in Ball Ground. Featuring over 4,000 sq ft, the home offers a full in-law suite, open concept living, and custom details throughout. Enjoy a light-filled interior with transoms, upgraded trim, and a spacious galley kitchen with granite counters and breakfast bar. The family room features a floor-to-ceiling stacked stone fireplace with built-ins and a Heatilator insert. The main-level owner's suite includes a spa-like bath and access to an outdoor oasis featuring a screened porch with stained, vaulted ceilings. A large bonus room upstairs adds flexible living space, perfect for a work from home set up. The finished terrace level includes a full kitchen, family room, bedroom, bath, bar area, and plenty of storage-ideal for extended family or guests. Outdoors, mature landscaping, a covered deck, gazebo, water features, and views of a small lake and pasture create a peaceful, idyllic setting. A large shed supports all your gardening needs. This home is thoughtfully designed, meticulously maintained, and ready to impress. Close to Historic Downtown Ball Ground
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$839,900
281 Hightower Lake Trl, Ball Ground, GA 30107
4beds
4,014sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 2005
2.39 Acres Lot
$848,500 Zestimate®
$209/sqft
$3,588 Estimated rent
Home value
$848,500
$798,000 - $908,000
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Covered deckLight-filled interiorWater featuresFlexible living spaceOpen concept livingCustom detailsFamily room
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Listed by:
Kristie Bledsoe,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties
Bought with:
Lombardo Home Group
Keller Williams North Atlanta
Lindsay Shaw, 432430
Keller Williams North Atlanta
Source: FMLS GA,MLS#: 7600101
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Basement, Bathroom, Bedroom, Bonus Room, Den, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Master Bedroom
Primary bedroom
- Features: Master on Main, Oversized Master, Roommate Floor Plan
- Level: Master on Main, Oversized Master, Roommate Floor Plan
Bedroom
- Features: Master on Main, Oversized Master, Roommate Floor Plan
Primary bathroom
- Features: Separate Tub/Shower, Double Vanity, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Whirlpool Tub
Dining room
- Features: Open Concept, Separate Dining Room
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Room, Cabinets Stain, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Stone Counters, View to Family Room
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Electric Cooktop, Microwave
- Laundry: Main Level, In Hall
Features
- Bookcases, Coffered Ceiling(s), Double Vanity, High Ceilings 9 ft Lower, Crown Molding, Entrance Foyer, Recessed Lighting, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Gas Log, Masonry
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,014
- Total interior livable area: 4,014 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,337
- Finished area below ground: 1,677
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Rear Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Garden, Gas Grill, Lighting, Private Yard, Storage
- Pool features: None
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Bath, None
- Fencing: Back Yard
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Trees/Woods, Other, Lake
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake
- Waterfront features: None
- Body of water: None
Lot
- Size: 2.39 Acres
- Features: Cul-De-Sac, Front Yard, Landscaped, Level, Private, Sprinklers In Front
Details
- Additional structures: Gazebo, Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 03N22 202
- Other equipment: Irrigation Equipment
- Horse amenities: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Cement Siding, Concrete
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2005
Details
- Warranty included: Yes
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 110 Volts, 220 Volts in Laundry
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Phone Available, Underground Utilities, Water Available, Natural Gas Available
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: None
- Energy generation: None
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Lake
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Hightower Lake
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $220 annually
Location
- Region: Ball Ground
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $209/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $588,400
- Annual tax amount: $2,049
- Date on market: 6/19/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 71 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan,FHA 203(k)
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/16/2025 | Sold | $839,900$209/sqft |
Source:  FMLS GA #7600101 Report a problem | ||
| 9/13/2025 | Pending sale | $839,900$209/sqft |
Source: FMLS GA #7600101 Report a problem | ||
| 7/8/2025 | Price change | $839,900-4.6%$209/sqft |
Source:  GAMLS #10546079 Report a problem | ||
| 6/23/2025 | Listed for sale | $880,000+1009.7%$219/sqft |
Source: FMLS GA #7600101 Report a problem | ||
| 8/5/2004 | Sold | $79,300$20/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,419 -30.7% | $235,360 |
| 2024 | $2,049 -15.9% | $235,360 -4.8% |
| 2023 | $2,436 +32.4% | $247,320 +19.9% |
| 2022 | $1,839 +42% | $206,200 +26% |
| 2021 | $1,295 +5.8% | $163,600 +14% |
| 2020 | $1,224 -0.1% | $143,560 -0.3% |
| 2019 | $1,226 +1.3% | $144,000 -57.5% |
| 2018 | $1,210 +4.3% | $338,500 +6.7% |
| 2017 | $1,160 -6.3% | $317,100 -3.2% |
| 2016 | $1,238 | $327,600 +12.5% |
| 2015 | $1,238 +9% | $291,300 -0.9% |
| 2014 | $1,136 -0.4% | $293,800 |
| 2013 | $1,140 -0.6% | $293,800 0% |
| 2012 | $1,146 +7.3% | $293,900 -1.9% |
| 2011 | $1,068 +6.4% | $299,700 +142.1% |
| 2010 | $1,004 +0.3% | $123,800 -6.8% |
| 2009 | $1,001 +11.9% | $132,800 -2.8% |
| 2008 | $894 -1.4% | $136,560 -0.8% |
| 2007 | $907 -50.9% | $137,640 +97.5% |
| 2006 | $1,846 +118.3% | $69,680 +121.1% |
| 2005 | $846 | $31,520 -34.1% |
| 2004 | -- | $47,800 |
| 2003 | -- | $47,800 +184.5% |
| 2002 | $463 -1.9% | $16,800 |
| 2001 | $472 | $16,800 |
| 2000 | -- | $16,800 |
| 1999 | $488 | $16,800 |
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Neighborhood: 30107
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Free Home Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 2.2 mi
- 7/10Creekland Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.8 mi
- 9/10Creekview High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Free Home
- Middle: Creekland - Cherokee
- High: Creekview
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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