Welcome home to this beautiful Craftsman-style residence nestled on a private, wooded lot in the established Creekside at Monarch Ridge community. Step onto the inviting covered front porch and through the front door into an open and airy floor plan designed for both everyday living and entertaining. The spacious family room is the heart of the home, featuring a cozy fireplace and elegant coffered ceilings that create a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Just beyond, the kitchen offers stained cabinetry, tile backsplash, pantry storage, and plenty of prep space while remaining open to the main living area, perfect for gathering with family and friends. Conveniently located on the main level, the oversized primary suite features crown molding, a large walk-in closet, and a well-appointed bath with separate vanities, an oversized shower, and private water closet. Upstairs, you'll find two additional bedrooms along with a spacious loft or retreat area that offers endless possibilities for a playroom, media space, home office, or second living area. Situated on approximately 0.63 wooded acres, this home offers the perfect balance of privacy and neighborhood living, all while being conveniently located near Gainesville, schools, shopping, and Lake Lanier. Come experience the charm, space, and timeless Craftsman character that make this home truly special.
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Price cut: $5K (8/7)
$395,000
5553 Checkered Spot Dr, Gainesville, GA 30506
3beds
2,000sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2014
0.63 Acres Lot
$389,600 Zestimate®
$198/sqft
$25/mo HOA
What's special
Cozy fireplaceCrown moldingSpacious family roomInviting covered front porchPrivate wooded lotPlenty of prep spaceLarge walk-in closet
- 112 days
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Colin N Alford 770-539-1097,
Resource Brokers, LLC
Source: GAMLS,MLS#: 10790086
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Other
Heating
- Electric
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Oven/Range (Combo), Refrigerator
- Laundry: Laundry Closet
Features
- Master On Main Level, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,000
- Total interior livable area: 2,000 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,000
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Garage
- Has garage: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 0.63 Acres
- Features: Private
Details
- Parcel number: 10079 001092
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch,Brick/Frame
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding, Brick
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2014
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, High Speed Internet
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Subdivision: Creekside At Monarch Ridge
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Facilities Fee
- HOA fee: $300 annually
Location
- Region: Gainesville
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $198/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $436,600
- Annual tax amount: $4,018
- Date on market: 6/20/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 112 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
$389,600
$370,000 - $409,000
$2,249/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/7/2026 | Price change | $395,000-1.3%$198/sqft |
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| 6/20/2026 | Listed for sale | $400,000+45.5%$200/sqft |
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| 9/6/2019 | Sold | $275,000+39.9%$138/sqft |
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| 8/13/2014 | Sold | $196,500+670.6%$98/sqft |
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| 4/23/2011 | Listing removed | $25,500$13/sqft |
Source: W.L. Norton Agency #02655891 Report a problem | ||
| 2/26/2011 | Listed for sale | $25,500$13/sqft |
Source: W.L. Norton Agency #02655891 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,303 +3.3% | $174,640 +3.5% |
| 2024 | $4,164 +3.5% | $168,760 +7% |
| 2023 | $4,022 +19.3% | $157,760 +25.1% |
| 2022 | $3,371 +10.9% | $126,120 +18.1% |
| 2021 | $3,040 +4.8% | $106,760 +4.9% |
| 2020 | $2,899 +6.4% | $101,760 +10.1% |
| 2019 | $2,725 -0.8% | $92,440 -1.9% |
| 2018 | $2,746 -1.2% | $94,200 +12.7% |
| 2017 | $2,779 +20.4% | $83,560 +4% |
| 2016 | $2,307 +1539.3% | $80,320 +22.8% |
| 2015 | $141 | $65,400 +1823.5% |
| 2014 | $141 | $3,400 |
| 2013 | -- | -- |
| 2012 | -- | -- |
| 2011 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
| 2009 | $416 +2.5% | -- |
| 2007 | $406 -6% | -- |
| 2006 | $432 | -- |
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Neighborhood: 30506
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Lanier
- Middle: Chestatee
- High: Chestatee
Source: GAMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.







