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285 E Main St

Forsyth, GA 31029
  • $199,000
  • STATUS: Active
  • ON SITE: 37 Days
  • MLS #: 7768589
UPDATED: 190 min ago
$199,000
  • 3
    BEDS
  • 0.23
    ACRES
  • 1
    BATHS
  • 0
    1/2 BATHS
  • 1,691
    SQFT
  • $118
    $/SQFT
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Type:
Single-Family Home
Built:
1920
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Description

Welcome to 285 E Main Street in the heart of Forsyth - a property full of character, charm, and opportunity. Built in 1920 and sitting proudly on a large corner lot, this historic bungalow-style home blends timeless Southern charm with thoughtful updates that make everyday living comfortable and convenient. From the moment you pull up, the massive covered front porch and mature trees immediately set the tone. This is the kind of home that feels welcoming before you ever step inside. With approximately 1,691 square feet, 3 oversized bedrooms, and soaring ceilings, the home offers an open, airy feel that is hard to find in newer construction. Inside, you'll find a blend of historic details and practical upgrades. Natural wood flooring, spacious rooms, and abundant natural light give the home warmth and personality. The kitchen has been refreshed with butcher block countertops, modern appliances, a convection oven and dishwasher. The formal dining area and oversized family room create the perfect setup for entertaining, holiday gatherings, or simply enjoying quiet evenings at home. Location is another major highlight. Situated just minutes from downtown Forsyth, you're close to local shops, restaurants, schools, and community events while still enjoying the feel of a private homesite shaded by mature trees. It's the best of both worlds - historic in-town living with room to breathe. Whether someone is looking for their first home, a charming investment opportunity, or a piece of local history with character you simply cannot recreate, 285 E Main Street delivers personality, space, and value all in one package. Some homes are just houses. This one tells a story the moment you walk onto the porch.

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285 E Main St Forsyth, GA 31029

  • Price: $199,000
  • Status: Active
  • On Site: 37 Days
  • Updated: 190 min ago
  • MLS #: 7768589
3
Beds
1
Baths
0
½ Baths
0.23
Acres
1,691
SQFT
$118
$/SQFT
1920
Built
Neighborhood:
Fletcher
County:
Monroe
Area:
Monroe
Elementary School:
T.G. Scott
Middle School:
Monroe County
High School:
Mary Persons
Property Description
Welcome to 285 E Main Street in the heart of Forsyth - a property full of character, charm, and opportunity. Built in 1920 and sitting proudly on a large corner lot, this historic bungalow-style home blends timeless Southern charm with thoughtful updates that make everyday living comfortable and convenient. From the moment you pull up, the massive covered front porch and mature trees immediately set the tone. This is the kind of home that feels welcoming before you ever step inside. With approximately 1,691 square feet, 3 oversized bedrooms, and soaring ceilings, the home offers an open, airy feel that is hard to find in newer construction. Inside, you'll find a blend of historic details and practical upgrades. Natural wood flooring, spacious rooms, and abundant natural light give the home warmth and personality. The kitchen has been refreshed with butcher block countertops, modern appliances, a convection oven and dishwasher. The formal dining area and oversized family room create the perfect setup for entertaining, holiday gatherings, or simply enjoying quiet evenings at home. Location is another major highlight. Situated just minutes from downtown Forsyth, you're close to local shops, restaurants, schools, and community events while still enjoying the feel of a private homesite shaded by mature trees. It's the best of both worlds - historic in-town living with room to breathe. Whether someone is looking for their first home, a charming investment opportunity, or a piece of local history with character you simply cannot recreate, 285 E Main Street delivers personality, space, and value all in one package. Some homes are just houses. This one tells a story the moment you walk onto the porch.
Exterior Features

Architectural Style BungalowCottage Construction Materials Other Dock None Exterior Features Private EntranceRear StairsStorage Fencing Chain Link Foundation Block Horse Amenities None Land Lot . Lot Features Back YardCorner Lot Number Of Parking Spaces 0 Other Structures Shed(s) Parking Features Parking Pad Patio And Porch Features CoveredFront PorchRear PorchSide Porch Pool Features None Pool Private YN No Road Surface Concrete Road Type City Street Roof Type Metal Stories One View Other Waterfront Features None Window Features None

Interior Features

Additional Rooms Bonus RoomDenFamily RoomLaundryOffice Appliances DishwasherRefrigerator Basement Crawl Space Bedroom Features Master on MainRoommate Floor Plan Cooling Other Dining Room Features Separate Dining Room Fireplace Features None Flooring CarpetHardwoodLaminate Heating Other Interior Features Entrance FoyerHigh CeilingsHigh Ceilings 9 ft LowerHigh Ceilings 9 ft MainHigh Ceilings 9 ft UpperHigh Speed Internet Kitchen Features Country KitchenEat-in Kitchen Laundry Features Common AreaLaundry ClosetLaundry Room Main Bedrooms 3 Main Full Baths 1 Master Bathroom Features Tub/Shower Combo Number Of Fireplaces 0

Property Features

Accessibility Features None Association Fee 0 Association YN No Common Walls No Common Walls Community Features None Electric Other Fha Condo Approval YN No Green Energy Efficient None Green Energy Generation None Hoa Rent Restrictions No Home Warranty No Initiation Fee 0 Land Lease YN No Lot Size Dimensions 0 Master Association Fee 0 Number Of Units In Community 0 Number Of Units To Be Built 0 Other Equipment None Ownership Fee Simple Property Attached YN No Property Condition Resale School Bus Route Elementary No School Bus Route High No School Bus Route Middle No Security Features None Sewer Public Sewer Spa Features None Special Circumstances None Swim Tennis Fee 0 Tax Year 2024 Taxes 1123 Type Single Family Residence Utilities Cable AvailableElectricity AvailableUnderground UtilitiesWater Available Water Source Public Waterfront Footage 0

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