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  • $539,000

    2981 Cardinal Lake Dr, Duluth, GA 30096

    3beds
    4,112sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1996
    0.52 Acres Lot
    $527,900 Zestimate®
    $131/sqft
    $3,208 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $527,900

    $486,000 - $575,000

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    What's special

    Discover this charming home nestled in the sought-after Cardinal Lake community. This property offers an unmatched lifestyle with exclusive lake access for swimming, boating, and fishing right at your fingertips. Whether you're casting a line at sunrise or kayaking across the tranquil water at sunset, this home is your gateway to peaceful lakeside living. Inside, you'll find a spacious and inviting floor plan perfect for both relaxing and entertaining. Step outside onto your deck, ideal for outdoor gatherings or quiet evenings under the stars. This home features a daylight inlaw suite boasting 2,056 sq ft with 3 additional rooms, kitchen, and family room. With no rental restrictions you could also consider this basement for passive income. This home includes newly installed LVP flooring throughout the main level and a new water heater as well. Located just minutes from Downtown Duluth, enjoy easy access to local favorites like Parsons Alley, Duluth Town Green, and an array of shopping, dining, and family-friendly events. Parks, walking trails, and top-rated schools add to the appeal of this vibrant community. Parks nearby include Shorty Howell Park: 67-acre park with trails, sports fields, and playgrounds great for active families, McDaniel Farm Park: restored 1930's farm with walking trails and picnic areas perfect for peaceful walks and outings, and Chattapoochee Dog Park is a pet friendly park with large dog areas and scenic surroundings, and Bunten Road Park with 45 acres with massive recreation opportunities including baseball, soccer, tennis, pickleball, playgrounds, walking trails, and a recreation center! Love where you live in this beautiful lake community! ** See Virtual Tour Available** **Up to $3,000 lender credit if buyer uses preferred lender**

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Melissa Biornstad +14704780176,

    Keller Williams Realty Atl. Partners

    Bought with:

    Jan Thurston, 306658

    eXp Realty

    Source: GAMLS,MLS#: 10522385MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 3
    • Main level bathrooms: 2
    • Main level bedrooms: 3
    Rooms
    • Room types: Den, Family Room, Bonus Room, Office
    Kitchen
    • Features: Breakfast Bar, Second Kitchen, Breakfast Area
    Heating
    • Central
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dryer, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven/Range (Combo), Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer
    • Laundry: Other
    Features
    • Double Vanity, Bookcases, Master On Main Level, Walk-In Closet(s), Soaking Tub, Separate Shower, In-Law Floorplan, Split Bedroom Plan, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
    • Flooring: Carpet, Other
    • Basement: Daylight,Interior Entry,Finished,Exterior Entry,Full
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    • Fireplace features: Family Room
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 4,112
    • Total interior livable area: 4,112 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 2,056
    • Finished area below ground: 2,056

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 4
    • Parking features: Garage
    • Has garage: Yes
    Features
    • Levels: One
    • Stories: 1
    • Has spa: Yes
    • Spa features: Bath
    Lot
    • Size: 0.52 Acres
    • Features: None
    Details
    • Parcel number: R7119A027

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Ranch
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Brick
    • Roof: Composition
    Condition
    • Resale
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1996

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Septic Tank
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, High Speed Internet, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Underground Utilities, Water Available

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Lake, Playground, Pool, Shared Dock
    • Subdivision: Cardinal Lake Estates
    HOA
    • Has HOA: Yes
    • Services included: Swimming
    • HOA fee: $550 annually
    Location
    • Region: Duluth

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $131/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $582,200
    • Annual tax amount: $5,038
    • Date on market: 5/15/2025
    • Cumulative days on market: 48 days
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Electric utility on property: Yes

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    7/18/2025Sold$539,000-2%$131/sqft
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    7/2/2025Pending sale$550,000$134/sqft
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    5/15/2025Listed for sale$550,000+146.6%$134/sqft
    Source: GAMLS #10522385 Report a problem
    6/24/2004Sold$223,000+829.2%$54/sqft
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    5/8/1995Sold$24,000$6/sqft
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    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$5,855 +5.2%$232,880 +10.4%
    2024$5,564 +10.4%$211,000 +1%
    2023$5,038 -3%$209,000 +7.4%
    2022$5,197 +27.6%$194,600 +42.4%
    2021$4,071 -0.8%$136,640
    2020$4,102 +2.1%$136,640
    2019$4,016 $136,640 +21.2%
    2018$4,016 +30.3%$112,720 +21.5%
    2016$3,083 +6.2%$92,800 +11%
    2015$2,904 $83,600 -0.9%
    2014$2,904 +3.3%$84,320 +7.1%
    2013$2,812 $78,720
    2012-- $78,720
    2011-- $78,720 -16.4%
    2010-- $94,160
    2009-- $94,160
    2007-- $94,160
    2006-- $94,160 +41.2%
    2005-- $66,680
    2004$849 -0.1%$66,680
    2003$849 -44.2%$66,680 +14%
    2002$1,523 -4.4%$58,480
    2001$1,593 $58,480
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 30096

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: B B Harris
    • Middle: Duluth
    • High: Duluth

    Source: GAMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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