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$510,000
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5855 Elmo RD, Cumming, GA 30028

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3 Beds
3 Baths
1,788 Sq Ft

This hidden, hilltop retreat offers privacy in a rural setting with proximity to conveniences. The property is an ample 1.3 acres, with a surprise at every turn and plenty of space for everyone to find a favorite spot. At the circle driveway, the LOG CABIN HOME has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms; a loft space with drawbridge door; a sunroom in front; and a covered porch off of the kitchen. The CARRIAGE HOUSE / garage apartment offers additional space with 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom, along with its own kitchen; living room; laundry; and 2 porches. (Alternate uses for this space could be office; homeschool classroom; or rental income.) CARPORT provides covered parking and storage for vehicles and equipment, while the parking pad offers even more space to store a boat or RV. WORKSHOP / storage building is wired. The property is lush with hardwood trees and native plants including azaleas, camellias, dogwoods, magnolias, blueberry bushes, strawberries, and muscadine vines. Full organic, garden beds; chicken coop ready to welcome new feathered friends. The property has well water, and the cabin and carriage house both benefit from a water filtration system. Enjoy this beautiful homestead just as it is -- or convert to off-grid living, install a pool; build a custom home; or renovate the cabin. There appears to be opportunity on the land for an additional homesite. The property has the option to tie into public sewer with a reserved sewer access easement. Whatever you decide, come visit, and stay awhile... Welcome home! BACK ON THE MARKET!

Listing By: gamls Realty.com
  • MLS# 10096719
  • Date Listed09/30/2022
  • Bedrooms 3
  • Bathrooms 3 Full baths
  • Lot Size 1.33 acres (57,935 sq. ft)
  • Sewer Septic Tank
  • Subdivision None
  • Property Type Single Family
  • County Forsyth
  • Year Built 1984
  • Water Private, Well
  • Square Feet 1,788 sq. ft
  • Price Per Sq. Ft $285.23

Interior Features

  • Appliances Dryer, Washer, Refrigerator
  • Flooring Hardwood, Carpet
  • Cooling Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • Heating Electric, Central

Exterior / Lot Features

  • Exterior Garden, Outbuilding, Workshop
  • Roof Composition
  • Lot Size Acres 1.33
  • Lot Size SQFT 57,934.80
  • Lot Features Level, Private

Directions

[This home is GPS-friendly.] From GA-369, turn onto Bannister Rd at the traffic light. Quick left onto Elmo Rd. House will be on the left, marked with a yard sign at the road. Follow the long, paved driveway up to the house. Shared driveway. The home is at the top of the hill and marked with a sign. Turn left to enter the private, circle driveway. Plenty of parking at the house

Financial Considerations

  • Tax Amount $2,055
  • Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Nearby Schools

Source: School Digger

Riverview Elementary School

Public • PK - 5 • Serves this home

5.69 mi

Distance

Silver City Elementary School

Public • PK - 5

5.83 mi

Distance

Sawnee Elementary School

Public • PK - 5

6.81 mi

Distance

Chattahoochee Elementary School

Public • PK - 5

9.11 mi

Distance

Liberty Middle School

Public • 6 - 8 • Serves this home

3.38 mi

Distance

North Forsyth Middle School

Public • 6 - 8

5.99 mi

Distance

Riverview Middle School

Public • 6 - 7

6.99 mi

Distance

North Forsyth High School

Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home

5.99 mi

Distance

Sales & Tax History

Source: Public Records

Date Event Price
02/03/2023 Sold $477,500.00 6.37%
01/16/2023 Pending $510,000.00
12/20/2022 Active $510,000.00 1.92%
12/16/2022 Active $520,000.00
12/07/2022 Pending $520,000.00
10/23/2022 Active $520,000.00
10/21/2022 Off Market $520,000.00
10/21/2022 Active $520,000.00 0.95%
09/30/2022 Active $525,000.00
Street Address Beds Baths Sold Date List Price Valuation Date Valuation Price
5815 Willis LN | Listing 3 2 Jan 14, 2026 $324,500 Feb 23, 2024 $300,658
5360 MIRROR LAKE Drive | Listing 6 4 Feb 12, 2026 $560,000 Mar 21, 2024 $552,272
5515 Karr RD | Listing 3 2 Jan 26, 2026 $225,000 Feb 21, 2026 -
5515 Karr Road | Listing 3 2 Jan 26, 2026 $225,000 Feb 21, 2026 -
4710 Trefoil Path | Listing 5 5 Feb 12, 2026 $483,325 Dec 28, 2020 $422,000
8425 Calloway Club DR | Listing 5 4 Feb 04, 2026 $689,900 Nov 30, 2020 $360,000
3730 Pleasant Woods Drive | Listing 5 3 Feb 12, 2026 $535,000 Mar 21, 2024 $493,763
4730 Chandler Drive 4 2 Jan 14, 2026 $450,000 Feb 21, 2026 -
7170 Pond View Drive 5 5 Jan 26, 2026 $948,000 Feb 21, 2026 -
5635 Mirror Lake Drive 6 5 Jan 14, 2026 $650,000 Feb 21, 2026 -

Population & Environment

Source: Sperling's Best Places

Walkability in GA / 30028

Source: Walkscore

4/100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score ®

1/100

Bikable

Bike Score ®

Overview

Almost all errands require a car. It is possible to get on a bus. Minimal bike infrastructure.

Walkability averages in the surrounding area

The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 1/100, Transit Score: 0/100, Bike Score: 9/100.

Property Change History

Property Heating updated
Electric Heating → Electric, Central
Property Exterior Features updated
Garden, Outbuilding, Workshop, → Garden, Outbuilding, Workshop
Property Interior Features updated

Points of Interest near 5855 Elmo RD, Cumming, GA 30028

Frequently Asked Questions for 5855 Elmo RD

Source: Realty.com

5855 Elmo RD, Cumming, GA 30028 is a Single Family 1,788 sq. ft. home listed for sale. Realty.com has 43 photos available of this 3 bed, 3 bath house, listed at $510,000. View sales and tax history, use our mortgage calculator and more on Realty.com

Realty.com has 43 photos of 5855 Elmo RD.

Our records indicate that 5855 Elmo RD was built in 1984.

The full address for this home is 5855 Elmo RD, Cumming, GA 30028.

5855 Elmo RD has been listed on Realty.com since Fri September 30, 2022

Almost all errands require a car. It is possible to get on a bus. Minimal bike infrastructure.

The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 1/100, Transit Score: 0/100, Bike Score: 9/100.

There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 5855 Elmo RD. Riverview Elementary School (Grades: PK - 5), Liberty Middle School (Grades: 6 - 8), North Forsyth High School (Grades: 9 - 12)

Listing provided courtesy of: Mark Spain Real Estate (tel: 770-886-9000)
Listing agent: Mark Spain (#SPAINMARK)

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