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$399,000

540 James Maxwell Rd, Commerce, GA 30529

3beds

1,800sqft

$2,527/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 2007

1.42 Acres Lot

$387,900 Zestimate^®

$222/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Cozy fireplacePeaceful yardPrivate secluded lotMature treesLong private driveway

Welcome home to this charming farmhouse-style country retreat nestled on a private, secluded lot in the Commerce/Nicholson area. Offering approximately 1,800 square feet, this inviting home features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with plenty of space to relax and enjoy peaceful country living. Inside, you'll find a spacious living area complete with a cozy fireplace, a functional kitchen with ample cabinetry and counter space, and comfortable living spaces throughout. One of the home's standout features is the expansive covered front porch overlooking the beautiful wooded setting-the perfect place to enjoy your morning coffee or unwind at the end of the day. A long private driveway, mature trees, and a peaceful yard create a sense of privacy that's hard to find while still offering convenient access to Commerce, Nicholson, Athens and surrounding areas. If you've been searching for a home with character, privacy, and a true country feel, this one is a must-see!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2
Main level bathrooms: 2
Main level bedrooms: 3

Rooms

Room types: Laundry

Kitchen

Features: Country Kitchen, Pantry, Walk-in Pantry

Heating

Central

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven/Range (Combo)
Laundry: Other

Features

Double Vanity, Master On Main Level
Flooring: Carpet, Other
Basement: Crawl Space
Number of fireplaces: 1

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,800
Total interior livable area: 1,800 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,800
Finished area below ground: 0

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Property

Parking

Parking features: Kitchen Level, Off Street

Features

Levels: One
Stories: 1

Lot

Size: 1.42 Acres
Features: Private

Details

Parcel number: 013 020F

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Country/Rustic
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Other
Roof: Tin

Condition

Resale
New construction: No
Year built: 2007

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Septic Tank
Water: Public
Utilities for property: Other

Community & HOA

Community

Features: None
Subdivision: N/A

HOA

Has HOA: No
Services included: None

Location

Region: Commerce

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $222/sqft
Tax assessed value: $247,700
Annual tax amount: $2,642
Date on market: 8/12/2026
Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell

Estimated market value

$387,900

$369,000 - $407,000

$2,141/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
8/13/2026	Listed for sale	$399,000+121.7%$222/sqft
Source: GAMLS #10824727 Report a problem
8/30/2019	Sold	$180,000-10%$100/sqft
Source: Hive MLS #CM969065 Report a problem
7/31/2019	Pending sale	$200,000$111/sqft
Source: Keller Williams Realty Barrow-Jackson #8583926 Report a problem
7/17/2019	Price change	$200,000-42.8%$111/sqft
Source: Keller Williams Realty Barrow-Jackson #8583926 Report a problem
5/15/2019	Listed for sale	$349,900+284.5%$194/sqft
Source: Keller Williams Rlty Atl.Partn #8583926 Report a problem
1/12/2015	Sold	$91,000-56.7%$51/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
9/30/2013	Sold	$210,000$117/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$2,643 -1%	$99,080
2024	$2,670 +13.3%	$99,080 +10.4%
2023	$2,357 +18.3%	$89,720 +34.7%
2022	$1,992 -1%	$66,600
2021	$2,012 +8.1%	$66,600 +20.5%
2020	$1,861 -0.7%	$55,280 +0.3%
2019	$1,874 +4%	$55,120 +4.8%
2018	$1,802 +5.2%	$52,600 +6.3%
2017	$1,713 +1%	$49,473
2016	$1,695 +35.2%	$49,473 -1.8%
2015	$1,254 -26.7%	$50,384 +7.1%
2014	$1,711 +6%	$47,055 -4.5%
2013	$1,615	$49,279
2012	--	--
2011	--	--
2010	--	--