Recently Listed Foreclosure 438 Melvin Drive
Jefferson, GA, 30549 $ 599,999
Bedrooms5 Baths3.0 Sq 5,063 Monthly Estimate*
$ 3,694
for $599,999 with 5 bedrooms and 3 full baths. This 5,063 square foot home was built in 2004 on a lot size of 0.89.
Welcome to 438 Melvin Drive in the highly sought-after Preserve at Jefferson! Where space, style, and location come together effortlessly. Perfectly positioned on a .89 acre partially fenced lot and just a short walk to the award-winning Jefferson City Schools, (cut through from the backyard) this 5-bedroom, 3-bath home offers the ideal blend of everyday comfort and elevated living. Gorgeous Inside! Step into a grand entry with a stunning open dual access staircase, flanked by a dedicated home office (could be sitting room, other) and formal dining room. The heart of the home opens beautifully into a light-filled, two-story living room with soaring 20’ ceilings, seamlessly connected to the kitchen, creating the perfect space for gathering and entertaining. Upstairs, you’ll find a spacious primary suite with en-suite bath and a massive closet! Three additional bedrooms and a full bath reside upstairs, while a main-level guest suite and full bath offer flexibility for visitors or multi-generational living. Thoughtfully updated throughout, the home features refinished natural oak hardwoods (2025), fresh interior paint, updated stair railings, and NO carpet on the main living areas, with only new luxury carpet on the stairs. Upstairs, enjoy updated LVP flooring, refreshed bathrooms and a cohesive, modern feel from one end of the catwalk to the other. The full unfinished basement offers incredible potential and is already partially finished with laminate flooring and drywall, currently used as a home gym and media space, bonus: it is stubbed for a future bathroom. Additional highlights include a whole-house water filtration system and an outdoor setup designed for relaxation and entertaining: an expansive patio, dedicated fire pit, and a peaceful deck overlooking the private, wooded backyard, perfect for sunset evenings. This is the one that checks every box! Space, Updates, Location, and Lifestyle, all in one of Jefferson’s most desirable communities. Owner is a licensed real estate agent in the state of Georgia.
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FeaturesGeneralSewer Public Sewer
Heating Central
Cooling Central Air
Utilities Electricity Available Phone Available Sewer Available
Roof Shingle Composition
Appliances Dishwasher Disposal Electric Cooktop Electric Oven Microwave
HOA Fee 600
Association Fee Includes Maintenance Grounds Swim Tennis
Patio/Porch Features Deck Front Porch
Architectural Style Traditional
Pool Features In Ground
Security Features Smoke Detector(s)
Construction Materials HardiPlank Type
Year Built 2004
Electric 110 Volts
View Trees/Woods
Levels Three Or More
Property Subtype Single Family Residence
Tax Year 2025
Parcel Number 081C 031
Waterfront Features None
Community Features Homeowners Assoc Pool Tennis Court(s)
Accessibility None
HOA Fee 2 0
Assoc Fee Paid Per Annually
County Jackson - GA
Property Type Residential
HOA true
Energy Efficient HVAC
Subdivision Name PRESERVE AT JEFFERSON
Green Energy Generation None
Other Structures Shed(s)
Full Baths 3
Status Active
Directions GPS friendly!
High School Jefferson
City Jefferson
Body of Water None
Spa Features None
Elementary School Jefferson
Property Attached Y/N false
Land Lease Y/N false
Tax Annual Amount 5744
Home Warranty Y/N false
Middle/Junior High School Jefferson
Property Condition Resale
Standard Status Active
Tax Lot 31
Freehold IDX
Corporate Owner Agent Related to Seller Owner/Agent
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InteriorInterior Amenities Disappearing Attic Stairs Double Vanity
Basement Bath/Stubbed Daylight Exterior Entry Partial
Flooring Ceramic Tile Hardwood Laminate Luxury Vinyl
Total Fireplaces 1
Fireplace Features Family Room Factory Built
Common Walls No Common Walls
Window Features Insulated Windows
Above Grade Finished Area 3362
Half Baths 0
Laundry Features Common Area Laundry Room Main Level
Total Bedrooms 5
Below Grade Finished Area 0
Room Type Attic
Main Level Bedrooms 1
Main Level Bathrooms 1
Kitchen Features Breakfast Bar Eat-in Kitchen
Total Baths 3
Primary Bathroom Features Soaking Tub Separate Tub/Shower Vaulted Ceiling(s) Whirlpool Tub
Dining Room Features Separate Dining Room
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ExteriorExterior Amenities Private Yard
Fencing Back Yard
Parking Features Attached
Lot Features Back Yard Front Yard Landscaped Level Private
Water Source Public
Total Parking 2
Foundation Details Slab
Building Area Total 5063
Lot Dimensions 38768
Lot Size Acres 0.89
Road Surface Type Asphalt
Lot Size Source Public Records
Road Frontage Type City Street
Other Equipment Home Theater
Horse Amenities None
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* Excluded FeaturesList ByAlison OtamendiListing Agent
alison.otamendi@gmail.comEmail
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- Monthly Principal & Interest
- $3,694
- Monthly Property Taxes
- $479
- Monthly Home Insurance
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Average List Price $574,659
Percent of Sale Price 4%
About Jefferson, GA 10,970 Population
116% Since 2002
$ 52,873 Median Income
36.51 Median Age
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4627660 Elementary School
4627746 Middle School
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Pricing History| Date | Price | Price Change | Description |
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| 3/26/2026 | $599,999 | | Listed Price |