285 E Main Street
Forsyth, GA, 31029 $ 199,000
Bedrooms3 Baths1.0 Sq 1,691 Monthly Estimate*
$ 1,257
for $199,000 with 3 bedrooms and 1 full bath. This 1,691 square foot home was built in 1920 on a lot size of 0.23.
Some homes simply have a presence-and 285 E Main Street is one of them. Set on a spacious corner lot beneath mature shade trees, this beautiful 1920 bungalow offers the kind of warmth, character, and unmistakable Southern charm that cannot be recreated. From the expansive covered front porch to the soaring ceilings and generously sized rooms inside, every part of this home invites you to slow down, settle in, and stay awhile. Offering approximately 1,691 square feet, the home features three oversized bedrooms, a spacious family room, a formal dining area, and an abundance of natural light. Original wood flooring and timeless architectural details preserve its historic personality, while thoughtful updates provide the comfort and convenience of everyday living. The refreshed kitchen features butcher block countertops, modern appliances, a convection oven, and a dishwasher-creating a space that feels both welcoming and functional. There is plenty of room here for quiet mornings on the porch, holiday dinners around the table, relaxed evenings at home, and gatherings that spill from one spacious room into the next. Outside, the large corner lot offers breathing room rarely found this close to town. Located just minutes from downtown Forsyth, you can enjoy easy access to local restaurants, shops, schools, and community events while coming home to a peaceful setting filled with shade, charm, and history. If you have been waiting for a home that feels different from everything else on the market, this may be the one. With its spacious layout, unforgettable front porch, convenient in-town location, and character around every corner, 285 E Main Street is more than a house-it is a place to build a life and become part of its next chapter.
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FeaturesGeneralSewer Public Sewer
Heating Other
Cooling Other
Utilities Cable Available Electricity Available High Speed Internet Sewer Connected Underground Utilities Water Available
Roof Metal
Appliances Dishwasher Range Refrigerator
Association Fee Includes None
Patio/Porch Features Porch
Architectural Style Bungalow/Cottage
Construction Materials Other
Year Built 1920
Levels One
Property Subtype Single Family Residence
Tax Year 1123
Community Features None
County Monroe
New Construction false
Property Type Residential
HOA false
Attached Garage false
Subdivision Name Fletcher
Garage Y/N false
Other Structures Shed(s)
Full Baths 1
Status New
Directions GPS
High School Mary Persons
City Forsyth
Lot Size Units Square Feet
Lot Size Square Feet 10018.8
Carport Y/N false
Elementary School Scott
Land Lease Y/N false
Tax Annual Amount 2024
Home Warranty Y/N false
Middle/Junior High School Monroe
Property Condition Resale
Structure Type House
Building Area Units Square Feet
Living Area Units Square Feet
Standard Status Active
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InteriorInterior Amenities High Ceilings Master On Main Level Roommate Plan
Basement Crawl Space
Flooring Carpet Hardwood Laminate
Total Fireplaces 0
Air Conditioning Y/N true
Heating Y/N true
Fireplace Y/N false
Above Grade Finished Area 1691
Half Baths 0
Laundry Features Common Area Laundry Closet
Total Bedrooms 3
Below Grade Finished Area 0
Main Level Bedrooms 3
Main Level Bathrooms 1
Below Grade Finished Area Unit Type Square Feet
Above Grade Finished Area Unit Type Square Feet
Total Baths 1
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ExteriorParking Features Off Street Parking Pad Parking Shed
Lot Features None
Water Source Public
Lot Size Area 10018.8
Building Area Total 1691
Lot Size Acres 0.23
Lot Size Source Public Records
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Affordability Calculator
- Monthly Principal & Interest
- $1,257
- Monthly Property Taxes
- $169
- Monthly Home Insurance
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Default based on a 30-year fixed rate of 6.49% with 20% down. The estimated payment is offered for convenience and is not an offer of credit. Due to market fluctuations, interest rates are subject to change at any time and without notice. Your individual rate may vary. Rates may differ for FHA, VA or jumbo loans.
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Average List Price $572,543
Percent of Sale Price 188%
About Forsyth, GA 4,142 Population
23% Since 2002
$ 37,004 Median Income
37.01 Median Age
24% Households with Children
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0 Elementary School
0 Middle School
Mary Persons High School High School
Pricing History| Date | Price | Price Change | Description |
|---|
| 7/20/2026 | $199,000 | | Listed Price |