Just minutes from Lake Lanier in Forsyth County sits this cute 3 bedroom and 2 bathroom cottage home! This home sits on .28 acres in a no HOA neighborhood conveniently located by 369. Enjoy the vaulted ceilings and open staircase in the living room with a large stone fireplace that leads into the fully renovated kitchen with new cabinets, countertops, backsplash, appliances, electrical and lighting! There is a laundry room off the kitchen with storage shelves. The oversized primary bedroom is on the main level with a full bathroom and walk in closet. Upstairs you will find 2 bedrooms that share a full bathroom. This home has recently been upgraded with a new HVAC unit, 2 year old roof, new gutters, new flooring and paint and more! Come check out this awesome home before its gone!
- GA
- Gainesville
- 30506
- 8970 Lark TER
- MLS# 10198662
- Date Listed09/01/2023
- Bedrooms 3
- Bathrooms 2 Full baths
- Lot Size 0.28 acres (12,197 sq. ft)
- Sewer Septic Tank
- Subdivision Shorewood
- Property Type Single Family
- County Forsyth
- Year Built 1996
- Water Public
- Square Feet 1,292 sq. ft
- Price Per Sq. Ft $232.2
Interior Features
- Appliances Dishwasher, Microwave
- Flooring Carpet, Other
- Cooling Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
- Heating Electric, Central
Exterior / Lot Features
- Exterior Other
- Roof Composition
- Lot Size Acres 0.28
- Lot Size SQFT 12,196.80
- Lot Features Level
Directions
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Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount $2,331
- Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Nearby Schools
Source: School Digger
Flowery Branch Elementary School
Public • PK - 5 • Serves this home
6.95 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8 • Serves this home
2.22 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
2.83 mi
Distance
Flowery Branch Elementary School
Public • PK - 5 • Serves this home
6.95 mi
Distance
Chattahoochee Elementary School
Public • PK - 5
7.13 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8 • Serves this home
2.22 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
2.83 mi
Distance
Private • PK - 12
4.94 mi
Distance
Sales & Tax History
Source: Public Records
| Year | Taxes | Land | Additions | Total Assessments |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $2,331.39 32.16% | $10,000 | $47,272 | $57,272 |
| 2021 | $1,581.51 3.54% | $10,000 | $47,272 | $57,272 |
| 2020 | $1,525.52 1.48% | $10,000 | $45,244 | $55,244 |
| 2019 | $1,503.00 18.76% | $10,000 | $44,372 | $54,372 |
| 2018 | $1,221.00 | $10,000 | $34,184 | $44,184 |
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 09/01/2023 | Active | $350,000.00 |
| Street Address | Beds | Baths | Sold Date | List Price | Valuation Date | Valuation Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9090 Bethel RD | Listing | 5 | 5 | Nov 19, 2025 | $899,000 | Feb 23, 2024 | $933,888 |
| 6350 Little Mill RD | Listing | 4 | 4 | Oct 27, 2025 | $1,200,000 | Feb 28, 2020 | $225,000 |
| 6340 Little Mill RD | Listing | 4 | 4 | Oct 27, 2025 | $1,290,000 | Jan 24, 2024 | $254,344 |
| 6330 Little Mill RD | Listing | 4 | 4 | Oct 27, 2025 | $1,325,000 | Feb 28, 2020 | $225,000 |
| 8005 Bethel Road | 5 | 5 | Oct 24, 2025 | $1,299,000 | Dec 10, 2025 | - |
| 7955 Willow Point | 4 | 4 | Nov 26, 2025 | $245,000 | Dec 10, 2025 | - |
| 7695 Paces Lane | 5 | 3 | Nov 26, 2025 | $225,000 | Dec 10, 2025 | - |
| 6970 Diana Circle | 2 | 2 | Nov 26, 2025 | $199,000 | Dec 10, 2025 | - |
| 7115 Diana Circle | 4 | 4 | Nov 26, 2025 | $269,000 | Dec 10, 2025 | - |
| 9090 Four Mile Creek Road SW | 3 | 2 | Nov 26, 2025 | $475,000 | Dec 10, 2025 | - |
Population & Environment
Source: Sperling's Best Places
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 45,598 | 41,381 | 209,259 | 335,858,263 |
| Population Density | 449 | 1,239 | 533 | 95 |
| People per Household | 2.7 | 2.9 | 2.9 | 2.6 |
| Median Age | 40.8 | 33.2 | 36.7 | 39.1 |
| Median Income | $79,998 | $53,501 | $65,665 | $66,222 |
| Average Income | $38,107 | $25,864 | $30,389 | $35,475 |
| Cost of Living Index | 105 | 103 | 107 | 100 |
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January Avg. High Temp | 31.4°F | 31.4°F | 31.4°F | 22.6°F |
| July Avg. High Temp | 89.3°F | 89.3°F | 89.3°F | 86.2°F |
| Annual Precipitation | 54.75" | 54.75" | 54.75" | 38" |
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: 2/100, Transit Score: 0/100, Bike Score: 9/100.
Property Change History
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Frequently Asked Questions for 8970 Lark TER
Source: Realty.com
8970 Lark TER, Gainesville, GA 30506 is a Single Family 1,292 sq. ft. home listed for sale. Realty.com has 33 photos available of this 3 bed, 2 bath house, listed at $300,000. View sales and tax history, use our mortgage calculator and more on Realty.com
Realty.com has 33 photos of 8970 Lark TER.
Our records indicate that 8970 Lark TER was built in 1996.
The full address for this home is 8970 Lark TER, Gainesville, GA 30506.
8970 Lark TER has been listed on Realty.com since Fri September 01, 2023
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: 2/100, Transit Score: 0/100, Bike Score: 9/100.
There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 8970 Lark TER. Flowery Branch Elementary School (Grades: PK - 5), Little Mill Middle School (Grades: 6 - 8), East Forsyth High School (Grades: 9 - 12)
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