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1061 Old Salem Rd, Watkinsville, GA, 30677

3beds
2baths
1,275sqft
$365,000
$286price/sqft
$2,793/moest. monthly cost
$111,720/yrincome needed

About This Home

Nestled in the quiet community of Farmington within highly sought-after Oconee County, this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers the perfect blend of privacy, functionality, and country living. Situated on 2.54 beautiful acres, this home shines with beautiful hardwood floors, fresh paint and a warm, inviting feel throughout. The kitchen offers the flexibility of either a propane gas or electric stove setup, complete with installed gas lines and a concrete pad already in place for a propane tank. The enclosed carport expands the home's possibilities with excellent potential for a cozy den, home office, bonus room, or additional living space tailored to your needs. Enjoy peaceful mornings on the covered rocking chair front porch complete with a handicap-accessible ramp, while mature pecan trees and lush foliage create a serene natural setting all around the property. Set back off the road for added privacy, the land extends behind the home with plenty of room for a large garden, outdoor entertaining, or future possibilities. A standout feature is the impressive 30x30 detached garage/workshop with a reinforced 6-inch concrete pad designed to support heavy weight-ideal for large trucks, equipment, hobbies, storage, or a workshop setup. The garage comfortably fits two large trucks with additional room for workspace and organization. This home needs your specific touch to make it yours as you create new memorable experiences in this lovely abode. Conveniently located yet tucked away in a peaceful small-town setting, this property offers the opportunity to enjoy quiet country living while remaining in one of the areas most desirable counties. Priced to sell!

Getting Around

0
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
26
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

8/10
7/10
10/10
Oconee County High SchoolGrades 9-128.9 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Property condition: Resale
  • Year built: 1970

Materials

  • Roof: Metal
  • Construction materials: Concrete

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Ranch,Traditional
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Refrigerator
  • Laundry features: Other

Basement

  • Basement: None

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full bathrooms: 2
  • Main level bathrooms: 2
  • Main level bedrooms: 3

Features

  • Other
  • Flooring: Hardwood,Stone,Tile
  • Finished area below ground: 0
  • Finished area above ground: 1,275

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Central,Electric
  • Cooling features: Central Air,Electric

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 1,275
  • Total interior livable area: 1,275 sqft

Kitchen

  • Features: Breakfast Area

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: A 10 014D

Features

  • Levels: One
  • Stories: 1
  • Patio & porch: Deck,Porch

Lot

  • Lot size: 2.54 Acres
  • Features: Level,Private

Parking

  • Total spaces: 3
  • Parking features: Detached,Garage
  • Has garage: Yes

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveModerate
  • Drought
    DroughtModerate
  • Hail
    HailModerate
  • Ice Storm
    Ice StormModerate
  • Lightning
    LightningModerate
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate
  • Tornado
    TornadoModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Cold Wave
Drought
Hail
Ice Storm
Lightning
Strong Wind
Tornado

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Georgia Counties

Hurricane
Severe Storm
Tropical Storm

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $1,845$22,140
Home Insurance *$193$2,316
Property Taxes $536$6,432
Electricity $219$2,637
Total$2,793$33,516
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$95,760/yr
40% on housing$83,790/yr
45% on housing$74,480/yr

Georgia FAIR Plan Programs

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Georgia Underwriting Association - Coastal

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Current Policies
Residential: 8,778Commercial: 638
Total Premiums$16.25M
Total Exposure$2.20B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 5.5%
5.5%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 5.5%
5.5%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 2.3%
2.3%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$286This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 30677$266
Oconee County$242

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 30677
Oconee County

Current Market Trends

No market data available for this area

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-06-29Price change$365,000
2026-05-29Listed for sale$370,000
2014-12-19Sold$1,000
2004-05-06Sold$64,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentVivian O'Connor
BrokerageColdwell Banker Upchurch Realty

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