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204 Lakeside Dr, Waleska, GA, 30183

3beds
1baths
1,052sqft
$325,000
$309price/sqft
$2,174/moest. monthly cost
$86,960/yrincome needed

About This Home

Welcome to your perfect lakeside retreat in the highly sought after Lake Arrowhead community nestled in the foothills of the North Georgia mountains! This charming cottage style home offers the ideal blend of comfort, nature, and low maintenance living perfect for downsizing, weekend getaways, or simply escaping the hustle of everyday life. Step inside through the covered front porch and into a warm, inviting family room featuring updated LVP flooring, abundant natural light, and soaring ceilings that create an open, airy feel. A beautiful stone fireplace anchors the space, making it perfect for cozy nights at home. The kitchen is thoughtfully designed with recessed lighting, modern white cabinetry, updated appliances, and a stylish granite backsplash. Just off the kitchen, you'll find a casual dining area and a convenient laundry room, making everyday living effortless. This home offers two spacious bedrooms and one full bath on the main level, all designed with a comfortable layout. Upstairs, a stunning spiral staircase leads to a versatile loft ideal for a private guest suite, third bedroom, home office, secondary sitting room, or game room. Enjoy the outdoors from the expansive open air deck, which overlooks the serene wooded landscape and a peaceful creek view. It’s the perfect spot to relax, entertain, or simply take in the beauty of nature. Located just a short stroll from the lake and a community dock, this home provides easy access to all the incredible 5 Star amenities Lake Arrowhead has to offer including a 540 acre lake with marina, championship golf course, clubhouse with dining, two pools, tennis and pickleball courts, hiking trails, parks, and year round activities, all within a gated community of Lake Arrowhead. This property is truly a hidden gem offering a peaceful retreat where you can unwind, recharge, and enjoy the best of lakeside living.

Getting Around

5
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
1
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

6/10
6/10
Teasley Middle SchoolGrades 6-87.4 mi
5/10
Cherokee High SchoolGrades 9-128.0 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Property condition: Resale
  • Year built: 2001

Materials

  • Foundation: None
  • Roof: Composition
  • Construction materials: Cement Siding,Other

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Cottage,Craftsman,Other
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence,Residential

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Other
  • Laundry features: In Hall,Main Level,Other

Basement

  • Basement: None

Bedroom

  • Features: Master on Main, Other

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Full bathrooms: 1
  • Main level bathrooms: 1
  • Main level bedrooms: 2

Dining Room

  • Features: Open Concept, Other

Features

  • Cathedral Ceiling(s),High Speed Internet,Other
  • Window features: Insulated Windows
  • Flooring: Carpet,Ceramic Tile,Vinyl,Other
  • Number of fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace features: Factory Built,Family Room
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Heat Pump,Other
  • Cooling features: Ceiling Fan(s),Central Air,Heat Pump,Other

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 1,052
  • Total interior livable area: 1,052 sqft

Kitchen

  • Features: Breakfast Room, Cabinets White, Eat-in Kitchen, Other Surface Counters, Other

Master Bathroom

  • Features: Tub/Shower Combo, Other

Master Bedroom

  • Features: Master on Main, Other
  • Level: Master on Main, Other

Property

Accessibility

  • Accessibility features: None

Details

  • Parcel number: 22N20A 020
  • Other equipment: None
  • Horse amenities: None

Features

  • Levels: One and One Half
  • Stories: 1
  • Pool features: None
  • Patio & porch: Covered,Deck,Front Porch
  • Exterior features: Other,Other Dock
  • Spa features: None
  • Fencing: None
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: Creek/Stream,Neighborhood,Trees/Woods
  • Has water view: Yes
  • Water view: Creek/Stream
  • Waterfront features: None
  • Waterbody name: Arrowhead

Lot

  • Lot size: 6,098 sqft
  • Features: Wooded,Other

Parking

  • Total spaces: 2
  • Parking features: Driveway
  • 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

  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingRelatively High
  • Lightning
    LightningRelatively High
  • Tornado
    TornadoRelatively High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveModerate
  • Hail
    HailModerate
  • Ice Storm
    Ice StormModerate
  • Landslide
    LandslideModerate
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Inland Flooding
Lightning
Tornado
Cold Wave
Hail
Ice Storm
Landslide
Strong Wind

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Georgia Counties

Flood
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 $1,643$19,716
Home Insurance *$126$1,512
Property Taxes $186$2,232
Electricity $219$2,637
Total$2,174$26,088
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$74,537/yr
40% on housing$65,220/yr
45% on housing$57,973/yr

Georgia FAIR Plan Programs

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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: 8.0%
8.0%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 5.5%
5.5%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 5.9%
5.9%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$309This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 30183$200
Cherokee County$208

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 30183$204
Cherokee County$202

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

DateEventPrice
2026-04-13Listed for sale$325,000
2026-03-31Listing removed$1,775
2026-03-10Listed for rent$1,775
2024-02-26Listing removed--
2024-01-23Listed for rent$1,700
2023-08-18Listing removed--
2023-08-03Sold$291,000
2023-08-02Listed for rent$1,700
2020-07-02Sold$180,000
2020-06-10Pending sale$185,000
2020-05-15Listed for sale$185,000
2015-06-03Sold$132,500
2007-05-17Sold$145,000
2005-02-10Sold$108,900
2002-09-09Sold$87,500

For Sale by Agent

AgentJeff Leshin
BrokerageReal Broker, LLC.

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