Welcome to Chestatee Bay in FORSYTH COUNTY! This lake home is ready to go for your summer fun. There is not one detail missed in this lake house. The property is on a large lot tucked away from neighbors so you can truly enjoy the peace and quiet of the lake. The driveway and retaining walls are all BRAND NEW, NEW HVAC system in 2023, completely remodeled main level, SINGLE SLIP DOCK IN A QUIET COVE, and very gentle walk to the dock from the house. The house features 3-4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, master on main, screened in porch with granite outdoor kitchen, fully finished basement with kitchen and full bathroom and 2 rooms that can be used as bedrooms! The renovations on the main level are high quality beautiful hardwoods, butcher block island, granite countertops, gas stove top, oversized sink, added beverage/coffee bar, vaulted living area with exposed beams and new fireplace. The master bedroom includes a dreamy closet with brick, extra walk in closet, brand new bathroom with walk in shower, and quartz vanity. Down the hall way from the kitchen there is a full bathroom, bedroom, and office area that can be used as a bedroom or extra living space that HAS THE BEST VIEW OUT OF MASSIVE WINDOWS THAT OVERLOOKS THE LAKE. Another spacious mudroom is near the door to the exterior for extra pantry storage. In the basement there are 2 rooms that can be used as bedrooms, large entertaining space with a kitchen, laundry and full bathroom with a walk in shower. There is also a great workshop off the basement and storage area. Don't miss out! START LIVING THE LAKE LIFE NOW! Both refrigerators convey with the property and washer and dryer! Golf cart and any furnishings available for a separate purchase.
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$879,000
8740 Bay Dr, Gainesville, GA 30506
4beds
4,132sqft
Single Family Residence, Cabin
Built in 1978
0.75 Acres Lot
$1,014,800 Zestimate®
$213/sqft
$3,060 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,014,800
$944,000 - $1.11M
$3,060/mo
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Listed by:
Laura Collier 317-379-3273,
Keller Williams Lanier Partners
Bought with:
Non Mls Salesperson, 365570
Non-Mls Company
Source: GAMLS,MLS#: 10161404
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen Island, Pantry, Second Kitchen, Solid Surface Counters
Heating
- Propane, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Indoor Grill, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Bookcases, Beamed Ceilings, Walk-In Closet(s), Master On Main Level
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Laminate
- Basement: Bath Finished,Finished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Gas Starter, Gas Log
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,132
- Total interior livable area: 4,132 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,800
- Finished area below ground: 1,332
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Carport
- Has carport: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Screened
- Exterior features: Garden, Gas Grill, Dock
- Fencing: Back Yard
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Lake
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake
- Waterfront features: Floating Dock, Corps of Engineers Control
- Body of water: Lanier
- Frontage type: Lakefront
- Frontage length: Waterfront Footage: 150
Lot
- Size: 0.75 Acres
- Features: Private
- Residential vegetation: Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Boat House, Workshop, Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 315 015
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow/Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Cabin
Materials
- Concrete
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1978
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Propane, Water Available
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: None
Location
- Region: Gainesville
- Subdivision: Chestatee Bay
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/6/2023 | Sold | $879,000-2.2%$213/sqft |
Source:  GAMLS #10161404 Report a problem | ||
| 7/23/2023 | Pending sale | $899,000$218/sqft |
Source:  FMLS GA #7217903 Report a problem | ||
| 7/11/2023 | Price change | $899,000-2.8%$218/sqft |
Source: GAMLS #10161404 Report a problem | ||
| 5/26/2023 | Price change | $925,000-2.5%$224/sqft |
Source: GAMLS #10161404 Report a problem | ||
| 5/18/2023 | Listed for sale | $949,000+195.6%$230/sqft |
Source: FMLS GA #7217903 Report a problem | ||
| 3/9/2015 | Sold | $321,000-4.9%$78/sqft |
Source:  FMLS GA #5371439 Report a problem | ||
| 1/28/2015 | Pending sale | $337,500$82/sqft |
Source: Performance Marketing Group, LLC dba Chapman Hall Realtors Professionals #5371439 Report a problem | ||
| 12/2/2014 | Price change | $337,500-3.5%$82/sqft |
Source: Performance Marketing Group, LLC dba Chapman Hall Realtors Professionals #5371439 Report a problem | ||
| 6/13/2014 | Listed for sale | $349,900+7.4%$85/sqft |
Source: The Real Estate Book #7285084 Report a problem | ||
| 7/8/2013 | Sold | $325,900-6.9%$79/sqft |
Source: FMLS GA #5138703 Report a problem | ||
| 4/25/2013 | Listed for sale | $349,900+141.3%$85/sqft |
Source: X-TRA Realty, Inc #07086561 Report a problem | ||
| 1/22/2004 | Sold | $145,000-26.4%$35/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/21/2003 | Sold | $196,900$48/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,786 +1.9% | $358,272 +1.9% |
| 2024 | $8,622 +648.4% | $351,600 +29.7% |
| 2023 | $1,152 -8.7% | $271,168 +6.4% |
| 2022 | $1,262 +4.8% | $254,908 +31.9% |
| 2021 | $1,205 +0.4% | $193,228 +2.6% |
| 2020 | $1,200 -0.6% | $188,388 +0.3% |
| 2019 | $1,207 +1.1% | $187,908 +21.1% |
| 2017 | $1,194 | $155,172 |
| 2016 | $1,194 | $155,172 +19.5% |
| 2015 | $1,194 -64.5% | $129,820 +2.3% |
| 2014 | $3,359 +455% | $126,880 +36.6% |
| 2013 | $605 -74.1% | $92,880 -0.6% |
| 2012 | $2,340 -0.7% | $93,432 -0.6% |
| 2011 | $2,356 | $93,984 -2.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $96,704 |
| 2009 | -- | $96,704 |
| 2008 | -- | $96,704 +3.6% |
| 2007 | -- | $93,320 |
| 2006 | $1,939 +8% | $93,320 +9.4% |
| 2005 | $1,796 -3.4% | $85,280 |
| 2004 | $1,858 +4.7% | $85,280 |
| 2003 | $1,774 +7.5% | -- |
| 2002 | $1,651 +6.2% | -- |
| 2001 | $1,554 -0.5% | -- |
| 2000 | $1,562 | -- |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 30506
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Chestatee Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.7 mi
- 5/10Little Mill Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 4.1 mi
- 7/10East Forsyth High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Chestatee Primary
- 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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