Welcome to your new home at 285 E Main Street in the quiet town of Forsyth Georgia. Just half a mile from downtown's shops, dining, and schools, this property offers the perfect blend of small town charm and everyday convenience.
Set on a spacious 1-acre lot, now expanded to include Lots 6, 7, and the lot behind the home, the grounds are shaded by mature pecan trees and filled with character at every turn. A large wraparound front porch welcomes you in, accented by skylights and perfect for morning coffee or evening conversations. Inside, 12 foot ceilings, massive windows, and original hardwood floors preserve the soul of the home, while modern updates provide peace of mind, including updated electrical and plumbing, all the way down to the sewer line.
The kitchen features butcher block countertops, refrigerator, convection oven, dish washer, and don't forget the walk in pantry through the hallway. Updated LVP flooring in the bedrooms adds durability and comfort. The living room flows effortlessly to the back porch, where string lights create a warm, inviting atmosphere for entertaining or slowing down at the end of the day.
Out back, you'll find a 23x21 workshop on a concrete slab, a fire pit, and a charming cottage style brick garden edging alongside the home, using reclaimed bricks and gravel, surrounded by a variety of established plants. A metal roof, chain link fencing across the front, and remaining paint stored for future touch ups in case needed.
This is more than a house, it's home - a place where history, craftsmanship, and new memories are brought together in one of Forsyth's most peaceful settings. Quiet, timeless, and full of heart, this home is ready for its next chapter. The only thing it's missing is you.
For sale
Price cut: $11K (3/1)
$228,000
285 E. Main St, Forsyth, GA 31029
3beds
1,738sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1920
0.69 Acres Lot
$223,400 Zestimate®
$131/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Massive windowsLarge wraparound front porchMetal roofOriginal hardwood floorsWalk in pantryVariety of established plantsFire pit
- 65 days |
- 1,629 |
- 58 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 01, 2026 at 10:50am
Listed by:
Kason Wilkes 478-538-1857,
Rivoli Realty
Source: MGMLS,MLS#: 182703
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Description: Ensuite bathroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings
- Level: First
- Area: 195
- Dimensions: 15.00 X 13.00
Bedroom 2
- Description: First bedroom on the left
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings
- Level: First
- Area: 225
- Dimensions: 15.00 X 15.00
Bedroom 3
- Description: Second bedroom on the right
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings
- Level: First
- Area: 195
- Dimensions: 15.00 X 13.00
Dining room
- Description: W/D Hookup is in the closet
- Features: Carpet
- Level: First
- Area: 84
- Dimensions: 12.00 X 7.00
Foyer
- Features: Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings
- Level: First
- Area: 136
- Dimensions: 17.00 X 8.00
Kitchen
- Description: Appliances will stay
- Features: Tile Flooring
- Level: First
- Area: 121
- Dimensions: 11.00 X 11.00
Living room
- Description: Hardwood floors, TV mount already installed
- Features: High Ceilings
- Level: First
- Area: 225
- Dimensions: 15.00 X 15.00
Heating
- Other
Cooling
- Other, Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Laundry Closet
Features
- Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Other, Tile
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,738
- Total interior livable area: 1,738 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,738
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Parking Pad, Detached
Features
- Levels: One
- Patio & porch: Front Porch, Wrap Around
- Exterior features: Other
Lot
- Size: 0.69 Acres
- Dimensions: 10019
- Features: Flag Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Workshop
- Parcel number: F42 011
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow,Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Resale,Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Underground Utilities, Water Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: 1-County-Rural
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Forsyth
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $131/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $96,700
- Annual tax amount: $1,122
- Date on market: 1/12/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 65 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: ARM,Assumable,Cash,Conventional,FHA
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
$223,400
$212,000 - $235,000
$1,357/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/1/2026 | Price change | $228,000-4.6%$131/sqft |
Source:  GAMLS #10670152 Report a problem | ||
| 1/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $239,000-3.6%$138/sqft |
Source:  MGMLS #182703 Report a problem | ||
| 1/9/2026 | Listing removed | $247,900$143/sqft |
Source: GAMLS #10614476 Report a problem | ||
| 11/5/2025 | Price change | $247,9000%$143/sqft |
Source: GAMLS #10614476 Report a problem | ||
| 9/29/2025 | Listed for sale | $248,000+202.4%$143/sqft |
Source: GAMLS #10614476 Report a problem | ||
| 7/12/2018 | Sold | $82,000+2.6%$47/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/19/2018 | Pending sale | $79,900$46/sqft |
Source: R&R Property Sales and Management, LLC #144301 Report a problem | ||
| 6/19/2018 | Listed for sale | $79,900$46/sqft |
Source: R&R Property Sales and Management, LLC #144301 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,122 +12.6% | $38,680 +18.2% |
| 2023 | $997 +56.3% | $32,720 |
| 2022 | $638 -3% | $32,720 |
| 2021 | $658 -37.1% | $32,720 |
| 2020 | $1,046 +50.7% | $32,720 |
| 2019 | $694 +37.3% | $32,720 +107.6% |
| 2018 | $505 +4.7% | $15,760 |
| 2017 | $483 +0% | $15,760 |
| 2016 | $483 | $15,760 |
| 2015 | $483 +4.9% | $15,760 |
| 2014 | $460 | $15,760 |
| 2013 | -- | -- |
| 2012 | -- | -- |
| 2011 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
| 2009 | -- | $21,120 |
| 2008 | -- | $21,120 +65.5% |
| 2007 | -- | $12,759 |
| 2006 | -- | $12,759 |
| 2005 | -- | $12,759 |
| 2004 | -- | $12,759 |
| 2003 | -- | $12,759 |
| 2002 | -- | $12,759 |
| 2001 | -- | $12,759 +2.6% |
| 2000 | -- | $12,437 |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$1,239/mo
Principal & interest
$1108
Property taxes
$131
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 31029
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10T.G. Scott Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.7 mi
- 7/10Monroe County Middle School Banks Stephens CampusGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.7 mi
- 7/10Mary Persons High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: TG Scott Elementary
- Middle: Banks Stephens
- High: Mary Persons High
Source: MGMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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