5085 Balus Drive, Gainesville, GA 30504
- $550,000
- 3
- BD
- 2
- BA
- 1,218
- SqFt
- List Price
- $550,000
- Status
- ACTIVE
- Days on Market
- 44
- Price Change
- ▼ $10,000 1784868465
- MLS#
- 7789571
- Subtype
- Residential
- Style
- Ranch
- Year Built
- 1962
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Full Baths
- 2
- Living Area
- 1,218
- Lot Size
- 15,245
- Acres
- 0.35
- Subdivision
- Lake Lanier
- Neighborhood
- Lake Lanier
Property Description
Discover the ultimate family retreat in this serene, 113 feet of lakefront sanctuary. Nestled on a quiet, private cul-de-sac, this home offers the perfect blend of natural beauty and modern living, providing a grounding escape from the everyday hustle. This home is turn-key and meticulously updated, boasting over $135,750 in recent improvements: Exterior & Waterfront: Enjoy a brand-new roof and gutters (2025), a stunning two-level dock with rip-rap and stairs, an updated porch, and recent property grading. Modern Systems: Worry-free living with a new septic system, new gas and plumbing lines, and updated light fixtures throughout. Interior Upgrades: Newly installed appliances, fresh flooring, a remodeled second bathroom, and a newly added office space provide comfort and functionality for the whole family. The property is defined by its tranquility—wake up to the stillness of the lake and enjoy deer wandering through the grounds. Located in a wonderful, friendly neighborhood with long-term residents, you gain significant privacy while remaining just a short drive from the amenities of downtown Oakwood and Gainesville.
Additional Information
- Interior Features
- Beamed Ceilings
- Exterior Features
- Rear Stairs
- Taxes
- $2,843
- Property Description
- Ranch
- Flooring
- Laminate, Tile
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
- Heating
- Central
- Air Conditioning
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
- Exterior Construction
- Brick, Brick 3 Sides, HardiPlank Type
- Exterior Features
- Rear Stairs
- Stories
- One and One Half
- Levels
- One and One Half
- Roof
- Composition
- Parking
- Driveway, Kitchen Level
- Elementary School
- Everwood
- Middle School
- West Hall
- High School
- West Hall
- View
- Lake, Trees/Woods, Water
Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Realty Atlanta Partners.
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