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8940 Ellesmere Dr, Cumming, GA, 30041

$1,125,000

Home List Price

$10,000*

Closing Credit

5 Bedrooms
4 Full Baths
3,752 SqFt
$300/SqFt
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8940 Ellesmere Dr, Cumming$1,125,000

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Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
ParkingGarage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Kitchen Level, Level Driveway
Garage3 spaces
Year Built2013
HeatingCentral, Forced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingCeiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
BasementYes
WaterfrontNone
FireplaceFamily Room, Gas Starter, Masonry, Stone
ViewTrees/Woods, Other
MLS #7502077
Lot Size0.38 Acres
StatusActive

About 8940 Ellesmere Dr

Elegant and modern meticulously maintained 4-side brick 5-bedroom, 4-bath home in the prestigious lake/swim/tennis Cheswyck community. Home is on a level over one-third acre cul-de-sac lot. This fabulous home features an inviting entryway into the stunning two-story family room with a wall of windows that allows loads of natural light w/two-story fireplace. Also on the main floor is a full bedroom and full bath allowing privacy for guests or can be used for a dedicated office space; large kitchen with tons of counter and cabinet space overlooks the wonderful keeping room; dining room & living room. Second floor boasts 3 additional secondary generously sized bedrooms, one being an ensuite bedroom and two w/Jack & Jill bath, all with ample closet space and an oversized primary suite with seating area and large primary bath w/separate shower and soaking tub. This home has a full unfinished basement stubbed for a bath ready for you to finish to your taste, whether adding additional bedrooms and bath or a media room, theater room or playroom, etc. 3-car garage provides ample space for cars and/or toys or extra storage. Great deck area and back yard space with trees behind the yard for privacy. All this in addition to Location, Location, Location. Located minutes from The Collection, Halcyon, and the new Gathering at South Forsyth, only 20 minutes or less from Avalon and Lake Lanier, yet tucked away from traffic and still has easy access to GA 400 and nearby shopping and restaurants. Also in A+ rated South Forsyth High School district.

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Year Built: 2013
  • Living Area: 3,752 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Century 21 Results
  • Office Phone: (770) 889-6090
  • Listing Agent: Lisa Lewis

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Electric Oven, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Other
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
  • Interior: Bookcases, Disappearing Attic Stairs, Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer 2 Story, High Ceilings 9 ft Main, High Ceilings 9 ft Upper, High Speed Internet, His and Hers Closets, Low Flow Plumbing Fixtures, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Fireplace: Family Room, Gas Starter, Masonry, Stone

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedroom Count: 5

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Private Pool: No
  • Waterfront: None
  • View: Trees/Woods, Other
  • Exterior: Private Yard, Other

Parking Information:

  • Garage Space: 3 spaces
  • Parking: Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Kitchen Level, Level Driveway

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot: Back Yard, Cul-De-Sac, Front Yard, Landscaped, Level, Private
  • Lot Size: 0.38 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: North on Hwy 19/GA-400. Take Exit 13 and turn right onto GA-141/Peachtree Pkwy. Left on Majors Road. Right on Cobblestone Lane. Left on Ellesmere Drive. House is on the right at the end of Ellesmere Drive in the cul-de-sac.

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $1,125,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $300/SqFt

HOA Fees:

  • Amount: $975
  • Frequency: Annually

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $5,600
  • Tax Year: 2020
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Housing Market Comparison

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Cumming, GA

City

Med. Sold Price

$587K

Med. Price/SqFt

$219

Avg. Days On Market

45

# of Sold Homes

194

8940 Ellesmere Dr vs Cumming

7 DAYS ON ROCKET

-38 Days

$1,125,000

+$537.9K More

$300/SqFt

+$81 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $537.9K more than the Median Sold Price and $81/SqFt more than other homes in Cumming, GA.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: First Multiple Listing Service
  • MLS Number: #7502077

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Century 21 Results
  • Office Phone: (770) 889-6090
  • Listing Agent: Lisa Lewis

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Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

May 28, 2013Home Sold
$468,600

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2020$5,600$207,860
2018$5,307$200,388
2017$5,347$201,316

History based on county public records data.

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$5,763

Per Month

Recommended Financing

30-Year Fixed

Rate/APR

7.5% / 6.68%

Total Monthly Payment

$3,439

Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Nearby Schools

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7
/10

  • Shiloh Point Elementary School

  • 8145 Majors Rd

  • 0.83 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

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9
/10

  • Daves Creek Elementary School

  • 3740 Melody Mizer Ln

  • 1.16 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

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8
/10

  • Big Creek Elementary School

  • 1994 Peachtree Pkwy

  • 2.03 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $106,298. Typical income of Cumming, GA residents is between $35k-100k annually. The most common type of family is married, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 8940 Ellesmere Dr

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 8940 Ellesmere Dr property is $1,125,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 8940 Ellesmere Dr is a house located in Cumming, Georgia, 30041.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 8940 Ellesmere Dr is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2020 is $5,600 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

When was this property sold last time and for how much?

The last sale was on May 28, 2013 for $468,600. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 8940 Ellesmere Dr has 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 8940 Ellesmere Dr is 3,752 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 8940 Ellesmere Dr is 2013.

Rocket Homes›Georgia›Forsyth County›Cumming›30041›8940 Ellesmere Dr

This home is located at 8940 Ellesmere Dr in Cumming, GA and zip code 30041. This 3,752 square foot home, which was built in 2013, sits on a 0.38 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since January 07, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,125,000.

While more than 20 listings in Cumming, GA in December 2024 were sold above asking price, there were more than 33 listings sold at asking price, and more than 132 were sold below. Between November 2024 and December 2024, Cumming, GA real estate market has seen decrease in the number of listings by 4.6%. The median list price of listings available in December 2024 was $587,039, while the average time on the real estate market was 45 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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