Experience resort-style living at The Retreat at Sterling on the Lake. This beautifully upgraded David Weekley home in the exclusive 55+ gated community, The Retreat at Sterling on the Lake, combines luxury, comfort, and an unbeatable lifestyle. Step into a chef's dream kitchen featuring quartz countertops, a 5-burner gas cooktop with custom stainless steel vent hood, stainless steel appliances, and a massive island perfect for entertaining. The open floor plan features hardwood floors, 10-foot ceilings, and crown molding add timeless elegance. Other upgrades include remote blinds in the living areas and black-out shades in the Primary Bedroom. The showstopper is the covered back porch with newly added paver patio with stone wall. Enjoy endless birdwatching in professionally landscaped front and back yards. Weekly lawn maintenance makes living here a breeze. Here, it's not just a home, it's a lifestyle. The Retreat offers private amenities including a clubhouse, pool, tennis courts and a bocce court plus access to Sterling on the Lake's resort-style pools, tennis and pickleball courts, fitness center, theater, library, kayaking, and miles of walking trails. With community events like Food Truck Fridays, Concerts in the Park, and Holiday Celebrations, there's always something to do. HOA- maintained landscaping means more time to enjoy life. There is so much to do and enjoy your guests will never want to leave. Close to Lake Lanier, shopping, and dining, and with Hall County senior tax exemptions available to those who qualify, this home is the perfect blend of beauty, convenience, and community.
Active
Price cut: $10K (9/15)
$479,900
6838 Welcome Rd, Flowery Branch, GA 30542
2beds
1,712sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2023
6,969 Square Feet Lot
$472,500 Zestimate®
$280/sqft
$242/mo HOA
What's special
Hardwood floorsOpen floor planStainless steel appliances
- 47 days
- 318
- 15
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Angie Smart 404-368-8880,
Keller Williams Lanier Partners,
Luxe Real Estate 678-221-4130,
Keller Williams Lanier Partners
Source: GAMLS,MLS#: 10818734
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Den
Dining room
- Features: Dining Rm/Living Rm Combo
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen Island, Pantry, Solid Surface Counters
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
- Laundry: Other
Features
- Double Vanity, High Ceilings, Master On Main Level, Separate Shower, Tile Bath, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Window Treatments
- Basement: None
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs
- Has fireplace: No
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,712
- Total interior livable area: 1,712 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,712
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Kitchen Level
- Has attached garage: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Garden
- Body of water: None
Lot
- Size: 6,969 Square Feet
- Features: Level
- Residential vegetation: Grassed
Details
- Parcel number: 15047 003058
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Concrete, Stone
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2023
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities, Water Available
Green energy
- Green verification: ENERGY STAR Certified Homes, HERS Index Score
- Energy efficient items: Thermostat, Water Heater, Windows, Insulation
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Gated, Pool, Retirement Community, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Tennis Court(s)
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Gated Community, Smoke Detector(s)
- Senior community: Yes
- Subdivision: The Retreat at Sterling on the Lake
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Maintenance Grounds, Private Roads, Swimming, Tennis
- HOA fee: $2,907 annually
Location
- Region: Flowery Branch
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $280/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $522,300
- Annual tax amount: $2,062
- Date on market: 8/4/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 47 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
$472,500
$449,000 - $496,000
$2,360/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/15/2026 | Price change | $479,900-2%$280/sqft |
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| 8/13/2026 | Price change | $489,900-1.8%$286/sqft |
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| 8/4/2026 | Listed for sale | $499,000$291/sqft |
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| 8/4/2026 | Listing removed | $499,000$291/sqft |
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| 8/3/2026 | Price change | $499,000-0.2%$291/sqft |
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| 6/15/2026 | Pending sale | $500,000$292/sqft |
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| 4/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $500,000+4.3%$292/sqft |
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| 2/14/2024 | Sold | $479,338-6.8%$280/sqft |
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| 1/5/2024 | Pending sale | $514,338$300/sqft |
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| 8/22/2023 | Listed for sale | $514,338$300/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,718 +293.5% | $208,920 +293.6% |
| 2024 | $1,453 +425% | $53,080 +443.9% |
| 2023 | $277 +2.7% | $9,760 +6.6% |
| 2022 | $269 -41.3% | $9,160 -40.4% |
| 2021 | $459 | $15,360 |
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Neighborhood: 30542
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Spout Springs
- Middle: C W Davis
- High: Flowery Branch
Source: GAMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.








