Active
$799,000
6beds
2,784sqft
1880 Dames Ferry Rd, Forsyth, GA 31029
6beds
2,784sqft
Single family residence
Built in 1854
8.05 Acres
Side/rear entrance
$287 price/sqft
What's special
Front and rear staircasesSpacious country kitchenPeaceful and productive setting
Step back in time and discover the timeless charm of this extraordinary historic Monroe County estate, built in 1854 and nestled on 8 acres. Rich in history and filled with character, this 6-bedroom, 6-bath home offers endless possibilities. In the past it has been used as a private residence, family retreat, ...
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Source: GAMLS,MLS#: 10819792
Travel times
Living Room
Kitchen
Dining Room
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Kerri Swearingen 478-808-8000,
Connie R. Ham Middle GA Realty,
Chrissy Ham 478-808-7281,
Connie R. Ham Middle GA Realty
Source: GAMLS,MLS#: 10819792
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 6
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Laundry
Kitchen
- Features: Country Kitchen, Solid Surface Counters
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Oven/Range (Combo)
- Laundry: Other
Features
- High Ceilings
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 5
- Fireplace features: Gas Log
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,784
- Total interior livable area: 2,784 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,784
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Side/Rear Entrance
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Doors, Accessible Full Bath, Accessible Kitchen
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Seasonal View
Lot
- Size: 8.05 Acres
- Features: Level
- Residential vegetation: Partially Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s), Other, Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 078 019
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1854
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, High Speed Internet
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Subdivision: None
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Forsyth
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $287/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $175,500
- Annual tax amount: $1,975
- Date on market: 8/4/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 13 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $799,000$287/sqft |
Source:  MGMLS #185438 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,075 +4.2% | $70,200 |
| 2024 | $1,032 +9.6% | $70,200 +7.4% |
| 2023 | $941 +4.2% | $65,360 |
| 2022 | $903 -3.4% | $65,360 |
| 2021 | $935 -3.2% | $65,360 |
| 2020 | $966 -0.3% | $65,360 |
| 2019 | $969 -0.1% | $65,360 |
| 2018 | $970 +5.2% | $65,360 |
| 2017 | $922 | $65,360 |
| 2016 | $922 | $65,360 |
| 2015 | $922 +5.7% | $65,360 |
| 2014 | $872 | $65,360 |
| 2013 | -- | -- |
| 2012 | -- | -- |
| 2011 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
| 2009 | -- | $69,080 |
| 2008 | -- | $69,080 +24.4% |
| 2007 | -- | $55,513 |
| 2006 | -- | $55,513 |
| 2005 | -- | $55,513 +14.2% |
| 2004 | -- | $48,630 |
| 2003 | -- | $48,630 |
| 2002 | -- | $48,630 |
| 2001 | -- | $48,630 +11.3% |
| 2000 | -- | $43,704 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Est. payment
$4,520/mo
Principal & interest
$4061
Property taxes
$459
Estimated market value
$777,600
$739,000 - $816,000
$2,850/mo
Climate risks
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Neighborhood: 31029
Nearby schools
T.G. Scott Elementary School
Grades PK-5 • 3.5 miles6/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
8/10Student Progress Rating
4/10Monroe County Middle School Banks Stephens Campus
Grades 6-8 • 3.3 miles8/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
9/10Student Progress Rating
6/10Mary Persons High School
Grades 9-12 • 4.2 miles7/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
8/10College Readiness Rating
6/10