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159 Benson St, Hartwell, GA, 30643

$500,000

Home List Price

$5,938*

Closing Credit

6 Bedrooms
4 Full Baths
5,902 SqFt
$85/SqFt
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159 Benson St, Hartwell$500,000

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$5,938*

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Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
ParkingDetached, Garage, Parking Pad
Year Built1892
HeatingElectric, Central
CoolingElectric, Central Air
FireplaceMasonry
MLS #20161814
Lot Size2.00 Acres
StatusActive

About 159 Benson St

Built in 1892, the McCurry-Hodges house is one of the oldest homes in Hartwell. This home, along with several others on Benson Street, has been listed in the National Registry for Historic Places since 1986. It is situated on a 2 acre lot just one block from Depot Street and downtown Hartwell. This location makes the property perfect for a bed and breakfast, but would also serve as a grand private residence for the right family. Large oak trees, a circular drive, and a wrap-around porch welcome you to the property. The main level has generous common areas with multiple fireplaces, wood flooring, and the high ceilings that you would expect from this classic Victorian home. While much of the interior trim on the main level is original, the kitchen now has granite counters and upgraded appliances. The home has six bedrooms and four baths finished over three levels and almost 6000 square feet. There is a hot tub on the rear patio which is enclosed by a privacy wall. The home also has a detached 2-car garage with an additional storage area, a beautiful gazebo visible from Benson Street, and the wrap-around porch. Don't miss the opportunity to own this important part of Hartwell's history.

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Victorian
  • Year Built: 1892
  • Living Area: 5,902 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Keller Williams Lake Hartwell
  • Listing Agent: Spot On The Lake

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Electric Water Heater, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Disposal, Oven/Range
  • Basement: No
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Carpet, Laminate
  • Interior: Vaulted Ceiling(s), High Ceilings, Entrance Foyer
  • Fireplace: Masonry

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedroom Count: 6

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Exterior: Balcony

Parking Information:

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: Detached, Garage, Parking Pad

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot: Level, City Lot
  • Lot Size: 2.00 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Electric, Central
  • Cooling: Electric, Central Air

School Info

Assigned Schools Information:

  • Hart County High School, Public District Grades 9-12
  • Hartwell Elementary School, Public District Grades PK-5

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: I-85, Exit 177 toward Hartwell, GA 77 S, Continue on GA 77 S, Left on Bowersville Hwy, Bowersville Hwy will become Howell Street, Right on Carter Street, Carter will become Benson Street, the property is on the left across from the library.

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $500,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $85/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $3,232
  • Tax Year: 2020
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Housing Market Comparison

See how this home compares to others in Hartwell, GA.

Med. Sold Price

$289.9K

Med. Price/SqFt

$177

Avg. Days On Market

59

# of Sold Homes

34

159 Benson St vs Hartwell

130 DAYS ON ROCKET

+71 Days

$500,000

+$210.1K More

$85/SqFt

-$92 Less

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $210.1K more than the Median Sold Price and $92/SqFt less than other homes in Hartwell, GA.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: Georgia MLS 2
  • MLS Number: #20161814

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Keller Williams Lake Hartwell
  • Listing Agent: Spot On The Lake

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All information provided is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified. GAMLS, this broker and their affiliates provide the MLS and all content therein “AS IS” and without any warranty, express or implied. The information included in this listing is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. The information on each listing is furnished by the owner and deemed reliable to the best of his/her knowledge, but should be verified by the purchaser GAMLS and this broker assume no responsibility for typographical errors, misprints or misinformation. This property is offered without respect to any protected classes in accordance with the law.

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Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

Mar 26, 2021Home Sold
$375,000
Mar 26, 2021Home Sold
$375,000
Oct 01, 2010Home Sold
$169,900
Sep 30, 2010Home Sold
$169,900
Jun 28, 2007Home Sold
$475,000

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2020$3,232$166,908
2019$3,115$159,387
2018$3,095$156,585
2017$3,079$154,895

History based on county public records data.

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Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Elementary School

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5
/10
  • Hartwell Elementary School

  • 147 S College Ave

  • 0.12 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-5

High School

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5
/10
  • Hart County High School

  • 59 Fifth St

  • 0.42 miles

  • Public District Grades 9-12

Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $39,891. The most common annual income of people living in Hartwell, GA is less than $35k. Most families are single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is high school diploma.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 159 Benson St

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 159 Benson St property is $500,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 159 Benson St is a house located in Hartwell, Georgia, 30643.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 159 Benson St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What are the assigned schools for this property?

The assigned schools for 159 Benson St are:
Hartwell Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 5/10
Hart County High School: GreatSchools Rating 5/10

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2020 is $3,232 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

When was this property sold last time and for how much?

The last sale was on March 26, 2021 for $375,000. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 159 Benson St has 6 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 159 Benson St is 5,902 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 159 Benson St is 1892.

Rocket HomesGeorgiaHart CountyHartwell30643159 Benson St

This home is located at 159 Benson St in Hartwell, GA and zip code 30643. This 5,902 square foot home, which was built in 1892, sits on a 2.00 acre lot. Features: 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since December 18, 2023 and is currently priced at $500,000.

Hartwell, GA housing market in March 2024 saw over 4 listings sold above listed price, more than 8 sold at listed price and over 18 sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Hartwell, GA between February 2024 and March 2024 increased by 12.2%. In March 2024, listings were on the market for 59 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $289,900.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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