Nestled just off Old Alabama Rd in the City of Cartersville, this exceptional Southern Living 'Josiah Smith Custom Home' sits on 6+ acres to include 158' of river frontage. The waterfront estate along the Etowah River offers a rare combination of comfortable privacy and refined river front living all within a convenient access to I-75. The custom designed 3800+ square foot features 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths with thoughtfully curated finishes throughout. The enclosed backyard is designed for both entertaining and relaxation, complete with a spacious covered back porch, salt water pool, pool house with half bath,storage/playhouse, pergola, and vegetable garden surrounded by mature trees and established landscaping. The room windows captures beautiful outdoor views, making this home a true birdwatchers' paradise. Inside the home, craftsmanship immediately stands out. The main level showcases 100+ year old heart pine flooring reclaimed from a historic nearby home. While a striking foyer chandelier salvaged from a courthouse in South Georgia adds distinctive architectural character. The living room/study features a spacious closet and opens onto the side porch and overlooks the fountain garden creating a peaceful retreat. The dining room offers generous space for entertaining, gas fireplace, with a convenient access to the kitchen. The foyer opens into an expansive open concept living and kitchen area designed for seamless indoor/outdoor living. The large family room with a gas fireplace blends effortlessly into the kitchen that opens onto the covered back porch overlooking the pool and backyard. The Chef 's kitchen features custom cabinetry, stone counter tops, Sub Zero appliances, and a spacious causal dining area with stunning views. A well appointed scullery (back kitchen) includes a wet bar, appliance storage, and additional cabinetry. A large rear entry connects to the 2 car garage with an unfinished room above-ideal for future expansion studio, or additional guest accommodations. Upstairs in the primary suite offers a spacious sleeping area and luxurious bath with dual vanities, walk-in shower, soaking tub, linen closet, and expansive custom closet. Adjacent to the suite is a private office,sitting area and conveniently located to the large laundry room. Two additional bedrooms share a large full bath, one to include built in book shelves and a desk, while the other offers abundant closet and storage space. A peaceful wooded path leads to a beautifully 2025 restored "River Cabin" retreat directly on the Etowah River. This charming cabin serves perfectly as a guest house, office, or private get away. Large windows provide serene river views,and the open floor plan includes a spacious living area with masonry fireplace, full kitchen, new appliances, full bath and laundry nook. A full length deck faces the river only 50 feet away,and graveled patio with the fire pit offering memorable views of the river. Completing the property is a private boat ramp allowing you to launch and retrieve your boats directly from your own land. This ONE OF A KIND Estate blends timeless materials,thoughtful designs,exceptional outdoor living and an extraordinary opportunity to live a River Front Dream.
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$1,750,000
562 Old Alabama Rd, Cartersville, GA 30120
3beds
3,868sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence, Residential, Cabin
Built in 1994
6 Acres Lot
$1,692,900 Zestimate®
$452/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Spacious covered back porchSub zero appliancesStone countertopsSalt water pool
- 27 days |
- 488 |
- 23 |
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Listing Provided by:
WANDA C GRAY,
Asher Realty, Inc 770-382-5983
Source: FMLS GA,MLS#: 7759337
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Computer Room, Exercise Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Oversized Master, Sitting Room
- Level: Oversized Master, Sitting Room
Bedroom
- Features: Oversized Master, Sitting Room
Primary bathroom
- Features: Double Vanity, Separate Tub/Shower, Soaking Tub
Dining room
- Features: Seats 12+, Separate Dining Room
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Room, Cabinets Other, Keeping Room, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Pantry Walk-In, Solid Surface Counters, Stone Counters, View to Family Room
Heating
- Central, Electric, Forced Air, Zoned
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Dual, Electric, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Dryer, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Indoor Grill, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Mud Room, Sink
Features
- Bookcases, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Crown Molding, Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, Entrance Foyer 2 Story, High Ceilings 9 ft Main, High Speed Internet, Recessed Lighting, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Stone, Tile, Wood
- Windows: Insulated Windows, Plantation Shutters
- Basement: None
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Brick, Electric, Factory Built, Family Room, Ventless
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,868
- Total interior livable area: 3,868 sqft
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Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Covered, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Level Driveway, RV Access/Parking
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Breezeway, Covered, Front Porch, Rear Porch, Side Porch
- Exterior features: Garden, Private Yard, Rain Gutters, Storage
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Fenced, In Ground, Private, Salt Water
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Back Yard,Fenced,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Pool, River, Trees/Woods
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: River
- Waterfront features: River Front, Stream or River On Lot
- Body of water: None
Lot
- Size: 6 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Irregular Lot, Landscaped, Level
Details
- Additional structures: Guest House, Pergola, Pool House, Workshop
- Parcel number: C103 0001 008
- Other equipment: Satellite Dish
- Horses can be raised: Yes
- Horse amenities: Pasture
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cabin,Colonial,Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential, Cabin
Materials
- Blown-In Insulation, Brick 4 Sides, HardiPlank Type
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1994
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 110 Volts, 220 Volts
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Underground Utilities, Water Available
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: None
- Energy generation: None
- Water conservation: Low-Flow Fixtures
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Fire Alarm, Security Gate, Security Lights, Security System Owned, Smoke Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Cartersville
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $452/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $950,000
- Annual tax amount: $4,640
- Date on market: 4/23/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 28 days
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
$1,692,900
$1.61M - $1.78M
$3,415/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/27/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,750,000+20.7%$452/sqft |
Source:  FMLS GA #7759337 Report a problem | ||
| 7/28/2023 | Sold | $1,450,000$375/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,640 -46.2% | $380,000 -0.4% |
| 2024 | $8,624 +11% | $381,695 +7.2% |
| 2023 | $7,766 +14.1% | $356,010 +21.7% |
| 2022 | $6,807 +24.2% | $292,527 +24% |
| 2021 | $5,481 +8.8% | $236,002 +32.2% |
| 2020 | $5,037 +12% | $178,528 +15.1% |
| 2019 | $4,497 | $155,080 |
| 2018 | $4,497 -0.7% | $155,080 |
| 2017 | $4,529 -2.1% | $155,080 |
| 2016 | $4,625 -0.5% | $155,080 -3.8% |
| 2015 | $4,649 -1.7% | $161,200 -0.9% |
| 2014 | $4,728 -3.2% | $162,640 +38.9% |
| 2013 | $4,886 | $117,080 |
| 2012 | -- | -- |
| 2009 | -- | $105,080 |
| 2008 | -- | $105,080 +11.2% |
| 2007 | -- | $94,484 +7.2% |
| 2006 | -- | $88,136 |
| 2005 | -- | $88,136 +2.5% |
| 2004 | -- | $86,020 +2.5% |
| 2003 | -- | $83,908 |
| 2002 | -- | $83,908 |
| 2001 | -- | $83,908 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 30120
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Cartersville Primary SchoolGrades: PK-3Distance: 0.8 mi
- 6/10Cartersville Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 6/10Cartersville High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Cartersville
- Middle: Cartersville
- High: Cartersville
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- Georgia
- Bartow County
- Cartersville
- 30120
- 562 Old Alabama Rd
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