




7032 Cottage Grove Dr, Flowery Branch, GA, 30542
About This Home
Welcome to luxury living in The Retreat at Sterling on the Lake, a premier 55+ active adult community where every detail has been thoughtfully elevated. This stunning 4 bedroom / 4 bath home showcases a beautifully designed open-concept layout, high-end finishes, and a fully customized living experience from top to bottom. The heart of the home is the gourmet kitchen, featuring an oversized island, elegant quartz countertops, and premium appliances perfect for entertaining or everyday enjoyment. Throughout the home, you'll find designer lighting in every room, custom California Closets (including a custom pantry closet), and impressive custom-built fireplaces, creating warmth and sophistication in every space. Adding to the luxury and convenience, every room and window is equipped with remote-powered blinds, offering effortless comfort, privacy, and light control at the touch of a button. The owner spared no expense with upgrades, including a custom-built enclosed back porch with Champion windows and its own separate mini-split system, offering year-round comfort and additional living space with serene wooded views. Downstairs, the fully finished custom basement expands the home's luxury and functionality, complete with additional living space and a thoughtfully designed layout including a laundry room with California Closets for exceptional organization. Step outside to your private outdoor retreat featuring a custom patio with a built-in water feature, creating the perfect setting for relaxing mornings and elegant evenings at home. Enjoy low-maintenance living with lawn care included, plus access to world-class amenities including a private 55+ clubhouse, pool, fitness center, pickleball, tennis, bocce ball, scenic trails, and lake activities this is the lifestyle you've been waiting for.
Getting Around
Schools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Resale
- Year built: 2024
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Composition,Shingle
- Construction materials: Frame,HardiPlank Type,Stone
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch,Traditional
- Property subType: Single Family Residence,Residential
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Disposal,Gas Cooktop,Gas Oven,Microwave,Range Hood,Refrigerator,Self Cleaning Oven,Tankless Water Heater
- Laundry features: Laundry Room,Lower Level,Main Level
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Daylight,Exterior Entry,Finished,Full,Interior Entry,Walk-Out Access
Bedroom
- Features: Master on Main
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Dining Room
- Features: Other
Features
- Bookcases,Entrance Foyer,High Ceilings 9 ft Main,High Ceilings 9 ft Lower,High Speed Internet,His and Hers Closets,Tray Ceiling(s),Walk-In Closet(s)
- Window features: None
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Number of fireplaces: 5
- Fireplace features: Basement,Electric,Family Room,Gas Log,Master Bedroom
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area below ground: 1,560
- Finished area above ground: 2,436
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Central,Heat Pump
- Cooling features: Central Air,Electric,Heat Pump,Zoned
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 3,996
- Total interior livable area: 3,996 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Solid Surface Counters, View to Family Room
Master Bathroom
- Features: Bidet, Double Vanity, Separate Tub/Shower, Soaking Tub
Master Bedroom
- Features: Master on Main
- Level: Master on Main
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Details
- Parcel number: 15047 003038
- Other equipment: Generator,Home Theater
- Horse amenities: None
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Pool features: None
- Patio & porch: Front Porch,Glass Enclosed,Patio,Rear Porch,Screened
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters,Other
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Trees/Woods
- Waterfront features: None
- Waterbody name: None
Lot
- Lot size: 8,712 sqft
- Features: Back Yard,Front Yard,Landscaped
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Driveway,Garage,Garage Door Opener,Garage Faces Front,Level Driveway
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Covered spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: 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
- Lightning
- Tornado
- Cold Wave
- Hail
- Inland Flooding
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Georgia Counties
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
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $4,930 | $59,160 |
| Home Insurance * | $402 | $4,824 |
| Property Taxes | $560 | $6,720 |
| Electricity | $388 | $4,658 |
| Total | $6,280 | $75,360 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Georgia FAIR Plan Programs
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.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-02-05 | Listed for sale | $1,250,000 |
| 2024-06-26 | Sold | $1,078,361 |
| 2023-12-20 | Pending sale | $1,079,954 |
| 2023-12-20 | Listed for sale | $1,079,954 |
