Welcome to 702 New Bethel Church Rd — a charming 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom single-family home situated on a generous 1.5-acre lot in a peaceful rural setting in Sylvester, GA. Built in 1940 and fully remodeled in 2024, this 1,188-square-foot home offers a serene lifestyle with plenty of land for outdoor activities, gardening, or future upgrades. Perfect for small families, those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle, or investors looking for a property with rental potential. Property Features: 2024 Remodel: Updated with modern finishes, new flooring, fixtures, and all new appliances included functional Layout: 1,188 sq. ft. with 6 rooms ideal for comfortable living or rental use. Spacious Lot: 1.5 acres of land providing ample space for recreation, gardening, or expanding the property. Durable Exterior: Composite board siding, asphalt shingle roof, and a foundation of crawl space or masonry for low maintenance. Additional Storage: Includes an 18' x 24' storage building and a 10' x 18' lean-to (both from 1980) perfect for tools, equipment, or hobbies. Climate Control: Equipped with central heating and cooling to ensure comfort year-round. Property Details: Proximity to Albany: Just 20 miles (~25-minute drive) to Albany, GA, offering access to shopping, dining, and healthcare at Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital. Local Sylvester Attractions: About 5 miles from downtown Sylvester, home of local businesses, restaurants, and community events like the annual Peanut Festival celebrating the region's agricultural roots. Recreation & Nature: Nearby Jeffords Park for family fun and the Flint River (20 miles away) for fishing and kayaking. Healthcare: Worth County Hospital just 5 miles away for easy medical access. Travel Convenience: Southwest Georgia Regional Airport in Albany (22 miles) for regional flights. Why 702 New Bethel Church Rd? This property offers a spacious, private setting with a practical layout perfect for quiet living or rental income. Its location near Sylvester and Albany combines small-town charm with convenient access to regional amenities. An excellent opportunity for affordability, investment, or establishing a peaceful rural home. Schedule your showing today and discover the potential of this lovely Sylvester property! The owner is currently living in this property and due to the many upgrades that have been made that have been made to the house, we have raised the price to reflect upgrades.
For sale
$199,000
702 New Bethel Church Rd, Sylvester, GA 31791
2beds
1,188sqft
Detached Single Family
Built in 1940
1.5 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$168/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Updated with modern finishesComposite board sidingAsphalt shingle roofAll new appliances includedNew flooring
- 27 days |
- 125 |
- 1 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Burton Newcomb 229-395-0639,
Megalithic Properties,LLC
Source: SWGMLS,MLS#: 169276
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Heat: Central Electric, Fireplace(s)
Cooling
- A/C: Central Electric
Appliances
- Included: None
Features
- Other-See Remarks
- Flooring: Other-See Remarks
- Has fireplace: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,188
- Total interior livable area: 1,188 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway Only
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio Covered
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Size: 1.5 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 00610025
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cabin
- Property subtype: Detached Single Family
Materials
- Other, Wood Trim
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Memc-Worth
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Not Available
Location
- Region: Sylvester
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $168/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $49,276
- Annual tax amount: $503
- Date on market: 6/3/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,FHA,Conventional
- Ownership: Investor
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Dirt
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/3/2026 | Listed for sale | $199,000+5.3%$168/sqft |
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| 4/1/2026 | Listing removed | $189,000$159/sqft |
Source: SWGMLS #166720 Report a problem | ||
| 1/27/2026 | Price change | $189,000+26.8%$159/sqft |
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| 9/17/2025 | Listed for sale | $149,000+343.5%$125/sqft |
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| 4/25/2024 | Sold | $33,600+37.1%$28/sqft |
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| 3/2/2011 | Sold | $24,500+161.4%$21/sqft |
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| 1/28/2010 | Sold | $9,372$8/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $731 +45.2% | $19,710 +90.4% |
| 2024 | $504 | $10,350 |
| 2023 | $504 +7.3% | $10,350 +3.6% |
| 2022 | $470 0% | $9,988 |
| 2021 | $470 -0.1% | $9,988 |
| 2020 | $470 | $9,988 |
| 2019 | $470 +104.3% | $9,988 |
| 2018 | $230 -19.6% | $9,988 |
| 2017 | $286 +24.4% | $9,988 |
| 2016 | $230 | $9,988 |
| 2015 | $230 | $9,988 |
| 2014 | $230 -19.8% | $9,988 |
| 2013 | $287 | $9,988 +0% |
| 2012 | $287 | $9,987 |
| 2011 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
| 2009 | -- | -- |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 31791
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NARidge Road Primary SchoolGrades: PK-2Distance: 10 mi
- 3/10T. J. Elder Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 12.8 mi
- 4/10Washington County High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 10.8 mi
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- Georgia
- Washington County
- Sylvester
- 31791
- 702 New Bethel Church Rd







