Adorable Waterfront Cottage on Lake Hartwell - Riverbend Subdivision. Welcome to your perfect lakeside retreat! Nestled in the desirable and well-established Riverbend Peninsula Subdivision, this charming 2-Bedroom, 2-Bath waterfront cottage is ideally situated on a quiet cul-de-sac, just off the point near Buoy T65A on the 60' deep, main Tugaloo River Channel. The home is full of character and thoughtful upgrades, starting with a brand-new roof and continuing inside with premium stainless steel Bosch and Jenn-Air Appliances, a center island with indoor grill, fold-out pantry, granite countertops, separate dining room with beautiful view of the lake. Tile flooring in both kitchen and baths. The spacious main bedroom includes a private sunroom with serene lake views, perfect for morning coffee or peaceful evenings. A large home office offers ample space for remote work or creative pursuits, tucked conveniently between the two bedrooms. Enjoy year-round relaxation on the screened-in back porch, which overlooks your private dock and calm cove. Just steps away, a gentle walk leads you to the water's edge. This property includes Corp of Engineers approval on file for maximum dock size and cart path - everything you need to make the most of lake life. Located just 30 minutes from the Blue Ridge Mountains and only an hour from both Atlanta, GA and Greenville, SC, this home offers the ideal balance of seclusion and accessibility. Whether you're looking for a weekend getaway or a full-time waterfront lifestyle, this cottage is the perfect spot to relax, recharge and make memories. Don't miss out on this rare waterfront opportunity!
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$660,000
526 Riverbend Rd, Lavonia, GA 30553
2beds
1,840sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1978
0.57 Acres Lot
$654,900 Zestimate®
$359/sqft
$1,560 Estimated rent
Home value
$654,900
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,560/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: August 15, 2025 at 06:22pm
Listed by:
Cindy B Welch 706-491-5212,
Dockside Realty LLC
Bought with:
Michael Miller, 352335
Keller Williams Lake Hartwell
Source: GAMLS,MLS#: 10346788
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Dining room
- Features: Separate Room
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Country Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Solid Surface Counters
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Ice Maker, Indoor Grill, Oven/Range (Combo), Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Closet
Features
- Master On Main Level, Rear Stairs, Separate Shower, Soaking Tub, Tile Bath, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Skylight(s), Window Treatments
- Basement: Concrete,Crawl Space,Dirt Floor,Exterior Entry
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Masonry
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,840
- Total interior livable area: 1,840 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,840
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 12
- Parking features: Attached, Carport, Guest, Kitchen Level, Parking Pad, RV/Boat Parking, Side/Rear Entrance
- Has carport: Yes
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Dock
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Bath
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Lake
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake
- Waterfront features: Corps of Engineers Control, Deep Water Access, Dock Rights, Floating Dock, Lake, Lake Privileges
- Body of water: Hartwell Lake
- Frontage type: Lakefront,Waterfront
- Frontage length: Waterfront Footage: 100
Lot
- Size: 0.57 Acres
- Features: Cul-De-Sac, Level, Private, Sloped
Details
- Additional structures: Covered Dock, Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 060F 017
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block, Concrete, Stone
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1978
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, High Speed Internet, Phone Available, Propane, Water Available
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Lake
Location
- Region: Lavonia
- Subdivision: RIVERBEND
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: 1031 Exchange,Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/15/2025 | Sold | $660,000-2.8%$359/sqft |
Source:  GAMLS #10346788 | ||
| 7/16/2025 | Pending sale | $679,000$369/sqft |
Source: GAMLS #10346788 | ||
| 5/8/2025 | Listed for sale | $679,000$369/sqft |
Source: GAMLS #10346788 | ||
| 4/24/2025 | Pending sale | $679,000$369/sqft |
Source: GAMLS #10346788 | ||
| 4/1/2025 | Listed for sale | $679,000$369/sqft |
Source: GAMLS #10346788 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,527 +2.3% | $151,018 +4.3% |
| 2023 | $3,447 -4% | $144,822 +4.1% |
| 2022 | $3,590 +1.6% | $139,136 +8.3% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 30553
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Lavonia Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 6 mi
- 5/10Franklin County Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 10.4 mi
- 5/10Franklin County High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 12.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Lavonia
- Middle: Franklin County
- High: Franklin County
Source: GAMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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