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8970 Riverwood LaneGainesville, GA 30506

Single Family · 5 Beds · 4 Full Baths · 1 Half Bath · 4,251 Sq. ft. | 0.59 Acres
$650,000 Active

8970 Riverwood Lane Overview

Time on Site:
55 days
Visits:
1

What if you didn’t have to choose between a private backyard, a finished basement, and a neighborhood packed with amenities? Tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac in Riverstone Plantation, this 5-bedroom home offers more than 4,200 square feet designed for gathering, entertaining, hosting, and creating memories with the people who matter most. The heart of the home is the open-concept main level, where the kitchen, family room, and dining spaces flow effortlessly together. Whether it’s holiday celebrations, game-day gatherings, dinner parties, or simply having everyone together in one place, this home was designed to bring people together. Need a dedicated workspace? The main-level office offers flexibility for remote work, creative pursuits, or a quiet retreat. Step outside and discover one of the home’s most memorable features. The screened porch and expansive deck overlook a private backyard framed by mature trees, creating a peaceful backdrop for morning coffee, summer cookouts, evening conversations, and everything in between. The finished terrace level adds an entirely new layer of living space, complete with a bar area, workout space, guest bedroom, full bath, workshop, and multiple flex spaces ready for movie nights, game days, hobbies, overnight guests, or multi-generational living. Life in Riverstone Plantation extends well beyond your front door. Enjoy a community pool, tennis courts, pickleball, basketball, playground, and neighborhood events that make it easy to connect with friends and neighbors. Just minutes from East Forsyth High School, Lake Lanier parks, Port Royale Marina, and waterfront dining, you’ll have endless opportunities to enjoy the lifestyle that makes this area so desirable. With over 4,200 square feet, a finished terrace level, workshop, screened porch, private backyard, and a location that puts both community and Lake Lanier within easy reach, this is more than a house—it’s a place where life happens.

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8970 Riverwood Lane Facts & Features

  • Type Single Family
  • Sq. ft. 4,251
  • Price/Sq.ft. $153
  • Lot 0.59 Acres

Details

General

Association/HOA

  • Association Fee: 850
  • Association Fee 2: 0
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association Fee Includes: Reserve Fund, Swim, Tennis
  • Association: Yes

School Information

  • Elementary School: Chestatee
  • Middle Or Junior School: Little Mill
  • High School: East Forsyth

Green Features

  • Green Energy Efficient: None
  • Green Energy Generation: None

Building Information

  • Year Built: 2004

Location/Region

  • County Or Parish: Forsyth - GA
  • Subdivision Name: Riverstone Plantation

Community/Development

  • Community Features: Homeowners Assoc, Near Schools, Pickleball, Playground, Pool, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Tennis Court(s)

Rent/Lease Information

  • Association Rent Restrictions: No
  • Land Lease: No

Tax Information

  • Tax Annual Amount: 4836
  • Tax Year: 2025

General Information

  • Parcel Number: 292 130
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential

Interior

Parking Information

  • Garage Spaces: 2

Beds/Baths

  • Bathrooms Full: 4
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total: 5
  • Bedrooms Total: 5

Building Interior

  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2736
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 1515
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 4251

General Information

  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Oven
  • Basement: Daylight, Exterior Entry, Finished, Finished Bath, Full, Interior Entry
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: None
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
  • Heating: Central
  • Interior Features: Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, Entrance Foyer 2 Story, High Ceilings 10 ft Main, Tray Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Laundry Features: In Hall, Laundry Room, Main Level
  • Levels: Two
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 0
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 0
  • Other Equipment: None
  • Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Spa Features: None
  • Window Features: None

Room Information

  • Bedroom Features: Oversized Master

Exterior

Parking Information

  • Parking Features: Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Kitchen Level, Level Driveway

Lot Information

  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Cul-De-Sac, Front Yard, Landscaped, Level, Sprinklers In Front
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.59
  • Lot Size Dimensions: x
  • Lot Size Source: Public Records
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt
  • Water Source: Public

Waterfront/View

  • View: Trees/Woods
  • Water Body Name: None
  • Waterfront Features: None

Building Exterior/Construction

  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Construction Materials: Cement Siding, Stone
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Front Porch
  • Property Attached: No
  • Roof: Shingle

General Information

  • Exterior Features: Private Entrance, Private Yard, Rain Gutters
  • Fencing: None
  • Horse Amenities: None
  • Other Structures: None
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Road Frontage Type: None
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Underground Utilities, Water Available

8970 Riverwood Lane Neighborhood

Community

30506 (Gainesville) Demographics

44
Median Age
354
Population Density (per sq. mile)
40%
College Educated
$80,538
Estimated Median Income
12,853
Estimated Total Home Owners
2,915
Estimated Total Renters
82% / 18%
Estimated Owner / Renter Divide
3
Estimated Average Household Size
Community data courtesy of LiveBy, Inc.

Schools

School data courtesy of LiveBy, Inc. School ratings are based on a scale of 1-5, with 5 being the highest rating and 1 being the lowest rating.

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* All calculations are estimates and provided by Reliance Network, for informational purposes only. Actual amounts may vary. ** Assumes 6.50% APR, 20% down payment, and conventional 30-year fixed rate first mortgage. Rates cited are for instructional purposes only; current rates are subject to change at any time without notice. You should not make any decisions based simply on the information provided. Additional required amounts such as taxes, insurance, homeowner association dues, assessments, mortgage insurance premiums, flood insurance or other such required payments should also be considered. Contact your mortgage company for current rates and additional information. Any mortgage broker or insurance agent that may appear is independent and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or provided by the MLS.

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8970 Riverwood Lane Market Data

Based on the last 30 days in this zip code

$851,935
Average List Price
$291
Average Price per Square Foot
135
Properties Sold
76
Average Days on Market
812
Properties for Sale
Calculations provided by Reliance Network

8970 Riverwood Lane History

Date Event Value Agent
6/10/2026Source: FMLS Price Reduction
$650,000 -1.5%
5/7/2026Source: FMLS Status Change
Active
5/5/2026Source: FMLS Added to Database
May 05, 2026

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