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- Virtually Staged Bedroom 1
- Virtually Staged - Bedroom 3
- Virtually Staged - Bedroom 2
- Virtually Staged - Full Bath Upstairs
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- Full Bath Upstairs
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5085 Balus DriveGainesville, GA 30504
Single Family · 3 Beds · 2 Full Baths · 1,218 Sq. ft. | 0.35 Acres$560,000
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5085 Balus Drive Overview
- Time on Site:
- 14 days
- Visits:
- 1
Discover the ultimate family retreat in this serene, 113 feet of lakefront sanctuary. Nestled on a quiet, private cul-de-sac, this home offers the perfect blend of natural beauty and modern living, providing a grounding escape from the everyday hustle. This home is turn-key and meticulously updated, boasting over $135,750 in recent improvements: Exterior & Waterfront: Enjoy a brand-new roof and gutters (2025), a stunning two-level dock with rip-rap and stairs, an updated porch, and recent property grading. Modern Systems: Worry-free living with a new septic system, new gas and plumbing lines, and updated light fixtures throughout. Interior Upgrades: Newly installed appliances, fresh flooring, a remodeled second bathroom, and a newly added office space provide comfort and functionality for the whole family. The property is defined by its tranquility—wake up to the stillness of the lake and enjoy deer wandering through the grounds. Located in a wonderful, friendly neighborhood with long-term residents, you gain significant privacy while remaining just a short drive from the amenities of downtown Oakwood and Gainesville.
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5085 Balus Drive Facts & Features
- Type Single Family
- Sq. ft. 1,218
- Price/Sq.ft. $460
- Lot 0.35 Acres
Details
General
Association/HOA
- Association Fee 2: 0
- Association: No
School Information
- Elementary School: Everwood
- Middle Or Junior School: West Hall
- High School: West Hall
Green Features
- Green Energy Efficient: None
- Green Energy Generation: None
Building Information
- Year Built: 1962
Location/Region
- County Or Parish: Hall - GA
- Subdivision Name: Lake Lanier
Community/Development
- Community Features: None
Rent/Lease Information
- Association Rent Restrictions: No
- Land Lease: No
Tax Information
- Tax Annual Amount: 2843
- Tax Year: 2025
General Information
- Parcel Number: 08055 003038
- Property Condition: Resale
- Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
- Property Type: Residential
Interior
Beds/Baths
- Bathrooms Full: 2
- Bathrooms Half: 0
- Bathrooms Total: 2
- Bedrooms Total: 3
Building Interior
- Above Grade Finished Area: 918
- Below Grade Finished Area: 300
- Building Area Source: Owner
- Building Area Total: 1218
General Information
- Accessibility Features: Accessible Bedroom, Accessible Closets
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
- Basement: Exterior Entry, Partial
- Common Walls: No Common Walls
- Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
- Electric: 110 Volts
- Fireplace Features: None
- Fireplaces Total: 0
- Flooring: Laminate, Tile
- Heating: Central
- Interior Features: Beamed Ceilings
- Laundry Features: Lower Level
- Levels: One and One Half
- Main Level Bathrooms: 1
- Main Level Half Bathrooms: 0
- Main Level Bedrooms: 3
- Other Equipment: None
- Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
- Spa Features: None
- Window Features: None
Room Information
- Bedroom Features: Master on Main
Exterior
Parking Information
- Parking Features: Driveway, Kitchen Level
- Parking Total: 4
Lot Information
- Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, Lake On Lot, Wooded
- Lot Size Acres: 0.35
- Lot Size Dimensions: 249 x 113
- Lot Size Source: Public Records
- Road Surface Type: Asphalt
- Water Source: Public
Waterfront/View
- Waterfrontage Length: 113
- View: Lake, Trees/Woods, Water
- Water Body Name: Lanier
- Waterfront Features: Lake Front, Waterfront
Building Exterior/Construction
- Dock: Covered/1 Slip, Dock, Dock Permit, Party Deck, Single Slip
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Construction Materials: Brick, Brick 3 Sides, HardiPlank Type
- Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Screened
- Property Attached: No
- Roof: Composition
General Information
- Exterior Features: Rear Stairs
- Fencing: None
- Horse Amenities: None
- Other Structures: Other
- Pool Features: None
- Pool Private: No
- Road Frontage Type: City Street
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Phone Available, Water Available
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5085 Balus Drive Neighborhood
Community
30504 (Gainesville) Demographics
32
Median Age
1,262
Population Density (per sq. mile)
25%
College Educated
$54,727
Estimated Median Income
4,459
Estimated Total Home Owners
3,981
Estimated Total Renters
53% / 47%
Estimated Owner / Renter Divide
3
Estimated Average Household Size
Schools
School data courtesy of LiveBy, Inc. School ratings are based on a scale of 1-5, with 5 being the highest rating and 1 being the lowest rating.5085 Balus Drive Monthly Cost
5085 Balus Drive Market Data
Based on the last 30 days in this zip code
$585,607
Average List Price
$249
Average Price per Square Foot
43
Properties Sold
77
Average Days on Market
346
Properties for Sale
5085 Balus Drive History
| Date | Value | Agent |
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| 6/27/2026Source: Georgia MLS | Active |
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| 6/25/2026Source: FMLS | Active |
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| 6/25/2026Source: Georgia MLS | Back On Market |
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| 6/24/2026Source: Georgia MLS | Under Contract |
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| 6/24/2026Source: FMLS | Active Under Contract |
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| 6/16/2026Source: Georgia MLS | June 16, 2026 |
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| 6/16/2026Source: FMLS | June 16, 2026 |
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| 12/14/2022Source: FMLS | December 14, 2022 |