197 Summer Rd, Clarkesville, GA, 30523
About This Home
CLASSIC SOUTHERN CHARM WITH MOVE-IN READY APPEAL in the highly desirable The Orchard Golf & Country Club community, just minutes from Downtown Clarkesville. This beautifully maintained home offers a spacious floor plan, warm character, and multiple areas designed for comfortable everyday living and effortless entertaining. The main level features rich hardwood floors, a welcoming foyer, and a spacious living room with vaulted ceilings and a beautiful masonry fireplace serving as the centerpiece of the home. A bright sunroom extends the living space and overlooks the private backyard, filling the home with natural light. The kitchen is well-appointed with stainless steel appliances, double oven, granite countertops, abundant cabinetry, a breakfast area, and a separate dining room ideal for gatherings both large and small. The main-level primary suite includes trey ceilings, his and her walk-in closets, dual vanities, a jacuzzi tub, and separate shower. Upstairs offers two generously sized bedrooms with a shared full bath, while the finished basement provides additional living space with a large family room featuring custom built-ins, custom theater wall, and a wet bar, plus two additional bedrooms and a full bathroom. NEW upstairs and downstairs HVAC systems provide added peace of mind and year-round comfort. A Tesla charger is also included in the attached garage. Outdoor living is a true highlight, featuring a custom multi-level deck, firepit area, and beautifully established landscaping that creates a peaceful and inviting setting for relaxing or entertaining guests.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Not Bike FriendlySchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Resale
- Year built: 1992
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
- Construction materials: Stucco,Wood Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subType: Single Family Residence,Residential
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Double Oven,Dryer,Electric Oven,Electric Range,Electric Water Heater,Microwave,Refrigerator,Washer
- Laundry features: Laundry Room,Lower Level,Mud Room
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Exterior Entry,Finished,Finished Bath,Full,Interior Entry,Walk-Out Access
Bedroom
- Features: Master on Main
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Dining Room
- Features: Separate Dining Room
Features
- Coffered Ceiling(s),Double Vanity,Entrance Foyer,High Ceilings,High Ceilings 9 ft Lower,High Ceilings 9 ft Main,High Ceilings 9 ft Upper,High Speed Internet,His and Hers Closets,Tray Ceiling(s),Vaulted Ceiling(s),Walk-In Closet(s)
- Window features: None
- Flooring: Carpet,Hardwood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Factory Built,Gas Log,Masonry
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area below ground: 1,764
- Finished area above ground: 2,603
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Central,Heat Pump
- Cooling features: Ceiling Fan(s),Central Air,Heat Pump
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 4,367
- Total interior livable area: 4,367 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Cabinets White, Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry, Solid Surface Counters, Stone Counters
Master Bathroom
- Features: 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: 124 186
- Other equipment: None
- Horse amenities: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Private Yard,Rain Gutters,No Dock
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Trees/Woods
- Waterfront features: None
- Waterbody name: None
Lot
- Lot size: 0.73 Acres
- Features: Cul-De-Sac,Level,Wooded
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached,Driveway,Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s),Garage,Garage Door Opener,Garage Faces Side,Kitchen Level
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
- 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
- Cold Wave
- Lightning
- Hail
- Inland Flooding
- Ice Storm
- Landslide
- Strong Wind
- Tornado
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 | $2,907 | $34,884 |
| Home Insurance * | $255 | $3,060 |
| Property Taxes | $1,146 | $13,752 |
| Electricity | $424 | $5,091 |
| Total | $4,732 | $56,784 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-07 | Listed for sale | $599,999 |
| 2023-06-26 | Sold | $495,000 |
| 2023-05-18 | Pending sale | $489,900 |
| 2023-05-01 | Listed for sale | $489,900 |
| 2023-05-01 | Listing removed | $489,900 |
| 2023-04-10 | Price change | $489,900 |
| 2023-03-27 | Price change | $499,900 |
| 2023-03-10 | Listed for sale | $514,900 |
| 2012-03-28 | Sold | $154,900 |
| 2012-01-18 | Price change | $154,900 |
| 2011-12-21 | Price change | $184,900 |
| 2011-11-05 | Price change | $209,900 |
| 2011-10-05 | Listed for sale | $242,000 |
| 2011-08-28 | Listing removed | $225,000 |
| 2011-05-05 | Listed for sale | $225,000 |
| 2010-12-25 | Listing removed | $225,000 |
| 2010-11-26 | Price change | $225,000 |
| 2010-07-10 | Price change | $259,900 |
| 2010-05-14 | Price change | $275,000 |
| 2010-03-19 | Listed for sale | $325,000 |
| 2005-11-02 | Sold | $352,000 |
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