8217 Highway 172

2,368 Sq. Ft.
$302 / Sq. Ft.
2,368
Sq. Ft.
$302
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Amazing views of the Blue Ridge Mountains on a clear day is just the start of this one of a kind DREAM Property on 10+ acres. More property available if needed with a barn at an additional cost. Enter "The Fathers Farm" through a private secure gate and be lead through green pastures to the breathtaking hilltop Country Victorian Farmhouse complete with fencing for your favorite horses or cattle. Enter a second private gate to the home & feel the breeze as you walk up to the rocking chair front porch...Amazing views of the Blue Ridge Mountains on a clear day is just the start of this one of a kind DREAM Property on 10+ acres. More property available if needed with a barn at an additional cost. Enter "The Fathers Farm" through a private secure gate and be lead through green pastures to the breathtaking hilltop Country Victorian Farmhouse complete with fencing for your favorite horses or cattle. Enter a second private gate to the home & feel the breeze as you walk up to the rocking chair front porch where you will enjoy breathtaking sunsets. The only thing you will see around you are more beautiful green pastures as you take in the joy of this home. Enter the foyer to behold a home surrounded by windows & the breathtaking views from all angles. The farmhouse table fits well in the dining room plus you have a formal living room with a wood burning fireplace with two walk throughs into the large great room with another gas log fireplace with the view of the mountains. Hardwood floors lead into the large light bright kitchen with white cabinets & a cooking island with a gas stove, breakfast room & large laundry room. Upstairs features more views with floor to ceiling windows and large bedrooms to enjoy your new haven. Even the soaking tub which overlooks the large lawn & green pastures. You wont believe it until you have seen it yourself! This would make a peaceful private home with a firepit, zip line & large deck with a large lawn for entertaining. This could be a fantastic wedding venue or private retreat. Ability to add a bedroom downstairs in the garage area which already features front picture windows & a finished full bathroom plus stair access to an upstairs attic for finishing for even more space or extra storage. This property even features a private hunting area within walking distance from the home for those that want to indulge. Additional acreage with a barn & separate dwelling available with additional price and/or additional pasture acreage or building site also available if needed at additional price. Information provided as needed. Dont miss this amazing value of a never to find again private retreat! Being close to Lake Hartwell is an added bonus plus shopping and restaurants only 10 minutes away and within an easy commute to UGA & Athens. Call now!
  1. Listed by Denise Beck • Coldwell Banker Upchurch Rlty.

Property Details for 8217 Highway 172

Subdivision
None
Style
Victorian
Exterior
Other
Fees Include
None
Parking
Attached, Garage, Garage Door Opener
LISTING UPDATED: 05/19/2025 08:44 AM

Property Details for 8217 Highway 172

StatusSold
MLS #10476130
Days on Market22
Taxes$6,311 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1999
Lot Size10.00 AC / 435,600 SF
CountyMadison County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Upchurch Rlty., Denise Beck

Sold By Keller Williams Greater Athens, Regan Rivas

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Building Information for 8217 Highway 172

Stories2Year Built1999Building Size-Lot Size10.00 AC / 435,600 SF

Payment Calculator

$4,011 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,485

Property Taxes

$526

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 8217 Highway 172

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Elementary School: Comer
  • High School: Madison County
  • Middle School: Madison County
  • Amenities: None
  • Directions: From Athens take Hwy 72 to Hwy 172 & just past Paoli intersection down on the left. From Lake Hartwell to 172 past Bowman and home on the right.
  • Lot Description: Level
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: 0093 046 D
Parking
  • Parking Total: 0
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Total Fireplaces: 2
  • BAF Lower: 0
  • BAF Main: 1
  • BAF Upper: 2
  • BAH Lower: 0
  • BAH Main: 1
  • BAH Upper: 0
  • BR Lower: 0
  • BR Main: 0
  • BR Upper: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Living Room
  • Interior: Split Foyer, Two Story Foyer
  • Kitchen Features: Kitchen Island, Solid Surface Counters
  • Rooms: Family Room, Foyer, Other
  • Laundry Features: In Mud Room
  • Basement Description: Crawl Space
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Oven/Range (Combo), Refrigerator
  • Flooring: Carpet, Other
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows
Exterior Features
  • Roof Type: Composition
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Porch
Property
Utilities
  • Cooling: Dual, Electric, Heat Pump
  • Heating Type: Dual, Electric, Heat Pump
  • Water/Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Underground Utilities
  • Water Source: Well
Property and Assessments
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Below Grade Finished: 0
  • Below Grade Unfinished: 0
  • Construction: Other
  • Stories: Two
  • Other Sturctures: Other
  • Leased Land: No
  • Property Condition: Resale
Lot Information
  • Waterfront Footage: 0
  • Waterfront Description: 0
  • Above Grade Finished: 2368

Property History for 8217 Highway 172

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 16, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1902114158

$715,000—
May 16, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1559132490

$140,000—
May 16, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1902114157

$40,000

-43.1% / yr

Dec 4, 2020

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1430466780

$489,000—
Dec 4, 2020

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1440086802

$100,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/16/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1902114158

$715,000
05/16/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1559132490

$140,000
05/16/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1902114157

$40,000

-43.1% / yr

12/04/2020

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1430466780

$489,000
12/04/2020

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1440086802

$100,000

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Public Records for 8217 Highway 172

Taxable ValueLand$66,653Additions$206,640Total$273,293
Tax Record2025$6,893 ($574 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt2,638 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,638 SqFtStories2Lot Size876,427 SqFtStyleMiscellaneous ResidentialYear Built1999Year Renovated2020ZoningA1CountyMADISONAPN0093 046 DFireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 8217 Highway 172

This home is within Madison County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Comer Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Madison County Middle School
Public6 to 8

Madison County High School
Public9 to 12

Danielsville Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

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Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Upchurch Rlty., Denise Beck

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