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    97 Benson St, Hartwell, GA 30643

    8beds
    4,414sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1896
    0.87 Acres Lot
    $523,100 Zestimate®
    $118/sqft
    $2,437 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $523,100

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    $2,437/mo

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    What's special

    A Historic Hartwell Treasure - The Iconic Skelton House Step into the timeless elegance of The Skelton House, a cherished Hartwell landmark listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This stunning 8-bedroom estate, each room featuring its own private fireplace and 8 with en-suite bathrooms, offers an extraordinary opportunity to restore its former grandeur-whether as a boutique bed and breakfast, intimate event venue, or luxurious private residence. A recently renovated commercial kitchen provides a strong foundation for a thriving hospitality business, while the inviting wraparound porches offer picturesque views of historic Benson Street. In the rear, a serene private garden sets the stage for weddings, corporate gatherings, and special celebrations, seamlessly blending charm and function. With on-site parking and additional public parking nearby, guests will enjoy both convenience and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Just minutes from Lake Hartwell and the marina, this remarkable property is an unmatched investment in history, elegance, and endless possibilities. Don't miss the chance to write the next chapter of The Skelton House-schedule your private tour today!

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Casey McGuirt 678-602-2504,

    Century 21 Connect Realty

    Bought with:

    Winston Gibbs, 370751

    The Collective | RE

    Source: GAMLS,MLS#: 10466156MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 8
    • Bathrooms: 8
    • Full bathrooms: 8
    Rooms
    • Room types: Other
    Heating
    • Other
    Cooling
    • Ceiling Fan(s)
    Appliances
    • Included: Other
    • Laundry: Other
    Features
    • Other
    • Flooring: Other
    • Basement: Unfinished
    • Number of fireplaces: 7
    • Fireplace features: Living Room
    • Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 4,414
    • Total interior livable area: 4,414 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 4,414
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: None
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Patio & porch: Deck
    • Exterior features: Other
    • Body of water: None
    Lot
    • Size: 0.87 Acres
    • Features: Other
    Details
    • Additional structures: Other
    • Parcel number: I57H 087

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Other
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Other
    • Roof: Other
    Condition
    • Resale
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1896

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: Other

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: None
    • Subdivision: Tract 1
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    • Services included: Other
    Location
    • Region: Hartwell

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $118/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $498,684
    • Annual tax amount: $2,643
    • Date on market: 2/25/2025
    • Cumulative days on market: 196 days
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    10/16/2025Sold$521,500-12.9%$118/sqft
    Source: GAMLS #10466156 Report a problem
    9/9/2025Pending sale$599,000$136/sqft
    Source: FMLS GA #7529969 Report a problem
    7/17/2025Price change$599,000-4%$136/sqft
    Source: GAMLS #10466156 Report a problem
    5/22/2025Price change$624,000-3.9%$141/sqft
    Source: GAMLS #10466156 Report a problem
    2/25/2025Listed for sale$649,000+3.9%$147/sqft
    Source: FMLS GA #7529969 Report a problem
    11/19/2024Listing removed$624,900$142/sqft
    Source: GAMLS #10309619 Report a problem
    9/25/2024Pending sale$624,900$142/sqft
    Source: GAMLS #10309619 Report a problem
    5/31/2024Listed for sale$624,900-30.5%$142/sqft
    Source: GAMLS #10309619 Report a problem
    5/24/2024Listing removed--
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    5/9/2024Listed for sale$899,000+5.9%$204/sqft
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    4/25/2024Listing removed--
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    3/6/2024Price change$849,000-4.5%$192/sqft
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    2/5/2024Price change$889,000-4.4%$201/sqft
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    1/16/2024Listed for sale$930,000+9.4%$211/sqft
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    1/2/2023Listing removed$850,000$193/sqft
    Source: GAMLS #20052733 Report a problem
    11/11/2022Price change$850,000-5.5%$193/sqft
    Source: GAMLS #20052733 Report a problem
    6/25/2022Listed for sale$899,000+299.6%$204/sqft
    Source: GAMLS #20052733 Report a problem
    1/25/2022Sold$225,000-30.8%$51/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    2/28/2019Sold$325,000-13.2%$74/sqft
    Source: GAMLS #8437343 Report a problem
    1/31/2019Pending sale$374,500$85/sqft
    Source: Charlene Lee Realty #8448923 Report a problem
    1/16/2019Price change$374,500-5.2%$85/sqft
    Source: Charlene Lee Realty #8448923 Report a problem
    9/7/2018Listed for sale$395,000+58%$89/sqft
    Source: Charlene Lee Realty #8448923 Report a problem
    6/19/2015Sold$250,000-16.6%$57/sqft
    Source: GAMLS #7191950 Report a problem
    5/15/2015Pending sale$299,900$68/sqft
    Source: ALL HART REALTY #07191950 Report a problem
    1/3/2015Listed for sale$299,900$68/sqft
    Source: All Hart Realty #07191950 Report a problem
    11/16/2014Listing removed$299,900$68/sqft
    Source: All Hart Realty #07191950 Report a problem
    9/9/2014Listed for sale$299,900+63.9%$68/sqft
    Source: All Hart Realty #07191950 Report a problem
    5/31/2013Sold$183,000$41/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$2,545 -3.7%$199,474 -1.3%
    2024$2,643 -37.5%$202,074 +16.9%
    2023$4,229 +3.7%$172,861 +13%
    2022$4,077 +9%$153,042 +11.2%
    2021$3,740 +2.6%$137,670 +6.9%
    2020$3,647 +58.6%$128,729 +45.8%
    2019$2,299 +33.2%$88,314 -2.9%
    2018$1,726 -4%$90,928 +1.1%
    2017$1,798 +0.5%$89,968 -0.9%
    2016$1,789 -4%$90,794 +0.8%
    2015$1,862 +19.7%$90,118 +2.2%
    2014$1,556 +7%$88,206 +12.1%
    2013$1,454 $78,651
    2012-- --
    2010-- --
    2009-- $58,348
    2008-- $58,348
    2007-- $58,348
    2005-- $58,348 -0.4%
    2004-- $58,560
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 30643

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