Welcome home to 8245 Kara Drive, nestled in a tranquil cul-de-sac in highly desirable East Forsyth High School district! This beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath house offers the ideal blend of modern updates and comfortable living spaces. Step inside and be greeted by an open, flowing layout with soaring vaulted ceilings and abundant natural light. The spacious living room, anchored by a cozy fireplace, seamlessly connects to the kitchen and dining areasCoperfect for both relaxing evenings and entertaining guests. Retreat to the generous primary suite featuring a walk-in closet, vaulted ceilings, double vanity, tiled shower, and serene backyard views. Two additional bedrooms and a full bathroom provide flexibility for family, guests, or a home office. Downstairs, discover two finished bonus rooms (not included in public records), ideal for a media room, playroom, or home gym. Move in with peace of mind thanks to a newer roof, stainless appliances, luxury waterproof flooring, granite countertops, stylish tile, and fresh paint throughout. The large, fenced lot is perfect for outdoor living, with room for a garden, fire pit, and plenty of space for kids or pets. Enjoy sunsets from your deck or park your boat with ease using the extra parking spot. An attached workshop area and a two-car garage, and storage building complete the package. Minutes to Lake Lanier, parks, boat ramps, North Georgia Premium Outlets, great schools, and local dining. This is the one youCOve been waiting forCodonCOt miss your chance to call 8245 Kara Drive home!
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$390,000
8245 Kara Dr, Gainesville, GA 30506
3beds
1,957sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2001
0.72 Acres Lot
$358,600 Zestimate®
$199/sqft
$13/mo HOA
What's special
Stylish tileCozy fireplaceTwo-car garageGenerous primary suiteLarge fenced lotStorage buildingExtra parking spot
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Brian Canty 678-614-9197,
Realty Professionals of Georgia
Source: GAMLS,MLS#: 10885177
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Exercise Room, Family Room
Dining room
- Features: Separate Room
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Room, Solid Surface Counters
Heating
- Central, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Double Vanity, High Ceilings, Master On Main Level, Tray Ceiling(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Basement: Finished
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,957
- Total interior livable area: 1,957 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,364
- Finished area below ground: 593
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Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage, Garage Door Opener, RV/Boat Parking
- Has garage: Yes
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Fencing: Back Yard,Fenced,Wood
- Waterfront features: No Dock Or Boathouse
- Body of water: None
Lot
- Size: 0.72 Acres
- Features: Cul-De-Sac, Level, Open Lot, Private
- Residential vegetation: Grassed
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 313 805
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2001
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, High Speed Internet, Phone Available, Underground Utilities, Water Available
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Appliances
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Chestatee Ridge
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Maintenance Grounds
- HOA fee: $159 annually
Location
- Region: Gainesville
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $199/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $366,200
- Annual tax amount: $2,200
- Date on market: 11/4/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 1 day
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
$358,600
$341,000 - $377,000
$1,766/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/4/2026 | Listed for sale | $390,000+69.6%$199/sqft |
Source:  FMLS GA #7863892 Report a problem | ||
| 11/11/2019 | Listing removed | $229,900$117/sqft |
Source: Solid Source Realty, Inc. #6621992 Report a problem | ||
| 11/11/2019 | Listed for sale | $229,900+6.9%$117/sqft |
Source: Solid Source Realty, Inc. #6621992 Report a problem | ||
| 11/7/2019 | Sold | $215,000-6.5%$110/sqft |
Source:  GAMLS #8665478 Report a problem | ||
| 10/8/2019 | Pending sale | $229,900$117/sqft |
Source: Solid Source Realty, Inc. #6621992 Report a problem | ||
| 10/6/2019 | Price change | $229,900-2.1%$117/sqft |
Source: Solid Source Realty, Inc. #6621992 Report a problem | ||
| 9/25/2019 | Listed for sale | $234,900+67.9%$120/sqft |
Source: Solid Source Realty, Inc. #6621992 Report a problem | ||
| 6/14/2001 | Sold | $139,900+133.2%$71/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/10/2000 | Sold | $60,000$31/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,975 +2.8% | $146,480 +7.2% |
| 2024 | $2,893 +11.8% | $136,676 -2.6% |
| 2023 | $2,587 +0.1% | $140,256 +32.8% |
| 2022 | $2,584 +10.6% | $105,640 +19.3% |
| 2021 | $2,337 -1.6% | $88,520 +2.9% |
| 2020 | $2,375 +18.9% | $86,000 +19.1% |
| 2019 | $1,998 +23.6% | $72,236 +24.1% |
| 2017 | $1,616 | $58,212 |
| 2016 | $1,616 | $58,212 |
| 2015 | $1,616 +12.1% | $58,212 +7% |
| 2014 | $1,441 +48.3% | $54,416 +48.6% |
| 2013 | $971 -0.9% | $36,616 -0.7% |
| 2012 | $980 -33.5% | $36,876 -33.4% |
| 2011 | $1,473 | $55,340 |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
| 2009 | -- | -- |
| 2008 | -- | -- |
| 2007 | -- | $65,528 +13.6% |
| 2006 | $1,194 | $57,680 |
| 2005 | $1,194 | $57,680 |
| 2004 | $1,194 +4.4% | $57,680 |
| 2003 | $1,144 +7.5% | -- |
| 2002 | $1,064 +306.8% | -- |
| 2001 | $261 | -- |
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Neighborhood: 30506
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Chestatee
- Middle: Little Mill
- High: East Forsyth
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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