174 Cherry Street

174 Cherry Street, Commerce, GA 30529

For Sale $775,000
MLS Number 10623161
5 Bedrooms
3 Bathrooms
0 Half Baths
Square Footage - 4,500 *estimated
New to Market They just do not build homes like this anymore Listed on the National Historic Registry the Seaborn M Shankle house is thought to be the oldest building in Commerce GA Located in the Central Business District and zoned Residential Commercial this historic home offers a myriad of potential uses Only an hour from Atlanta via I 85N convenient to Athens Lake Hartwell Lavonia Braselton and more The original structure was built by Eli Shankle one of the first pioneers of the area He established a trading post and with his wife Rebecca built a two room cabin c 1843 In the mid 1870s their son Seaborn Shankle added the larger Italianate influenced house around the existing structure Both the original cabin and the 19th century addition comprise the existing house you see today With modern updates many original details and a beautiful pool the next caretaker can easily transition into carrying on the home s legacy The grand central hallway is flanked by a parlor and dining room as well as two additional spaces to be utilized as bedrooms or additional living spaces At the end of the hallway is a spacious updated bathroom and laundry room At the rear of the home you ll find the kitchen and walk in pantry The natural beauty of the property is further enhanced by the newly added hardscaping annual plantings and pool A wrap around porch provides the perfect perch for enjoying the home s surroundings Upstairs are four bedrooms and a central bathroom with clawfoot tub and access to a Juliet balcony overlooking the rear yard Shankle House is also known for being the childhood home of the author Olive Ann Burns famous for her novel Cold Sassy Tree which she based on characters and stories from her family s time living there There is so much to love about this property from the high ceilings original moldings hardwood flooring and pool to the walkable location near restaurants a brewery and local parks
County
Jackson
Neighborhood
Historic Downtown
Year Built
1843
Lot Size
.5 to 1 Acre
Taxes
$5,248
High School
Commerce
Middle School
Commerce
Elementary School
Commerce Primary
174 Cherry Street - Map & Directions
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From N Elm Street in downtown Commerce turn left onto Central Avenue then right onto Cherry Street The home will be on your left behind City Hall
Summary of 174 Cherry Street
174 Cherry Street is a 4,500 (*estimated) square foot home with 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms located in Commerce GA, Jackson County. This property is listed for sale at $775,000 and is currently active and accepting offers.
listed by real estate agent and courtesy of corcoran classic living
Lindsey Powell
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