Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
2/25/2026
Listed
$515,000
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MLS
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Property Description
Classic brick front, large rocking chair porch, thoughtful updates throughout, and a full basement ready for future expansion set this 3BR/2BA home apart. Located in a sought-after swim/tennis neighborhood within the award-winning Jefferson City School District, this home offers both convenience and comfort. Foyer entrance leads to a split bedroom layout with recently refinished hardwood flooring and fresh paint throughout. Eat-in kitchen opens to a back deck overlooking a wooded, fenced backyard. Separate dining room provides additional gathering space. Primary suite includes a versatile flex area ideal for a study, office, or den, with direct access to the front porch. Updated primary bath features quartz countertops, new cabinetry, double vanities, freestanding tub, separate tiled shower, and walk-in closet. Secondary bath also includes quartz countertops and new cabinetry. Custom Levolor vertical drapery blinds throughout home. Full, unfinished basement offers expansion potential and includes a covered patio at terrace level. Existing termite bond. Ring cameras. Walking distance to schools, grocery stores, and restaurants, with convenient access to Highway 129 and I-85.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 196 Melvin Dr
General
- Price: $515,000
- HOA FEE: $50/month
- HOA FEE FREQ.: Annually
- Taxes: $4,217 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: FMLS_Atlanta
- MLS ID: 7729063
- Updated: 3/5/2026
- Added to Site: 8 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings, High Ceilings 9 ft Main, High Speed Internet, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Factory Built, Family Room
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Main Floor Baths: 2
- Primary Bathroom: Double Vanity, Separate Tub/Shower, Soaking Tub
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Main: 3
- Bedroom Features: Master on Main, Split Bedroom Plan
Other Rooms
- Kitchen: Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Solid Surface Counters
- Dining Room: Separate Dining Room
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Main Level
Additional Information
- Amenities: Clubhouse, Homeowners Assoc, Near Schools, Near Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s)
- Shared Pool: Yes
- Security/Safety: Smoke Detector(s)
- Equipment: None
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Other
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck, Front Porch
Parking
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Attached, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Kitchen Level, Level Driveway
Location
- County: Jackson
- Subdivision: The Preserve at Jefferson
- Driving Directions: GPS friendly. Located off of Old Pendergrass Road within walking distance to all Jefferson City Schools. Walking distance to Publix and Chick-fil-A. (!!!)
School Information
- Elementary School: Jefferson
- Middle School: Jefferson
- High School: Jefferson
Community
- Association: Yes
- Assoc. Fees Include: Swim, Tennis
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
- Heating Type: Central, Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Electricity Available, Phone Available
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Detached/Attached: Detached
- Exterior Const.: Brick, Brick Front
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Stubbed for Bathroom, Daylight, Exterior Entry, Full, Interior Entry, Unfinished
- Roof: Composition
- Common Walls: No Common Walls
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Stories/Levels: One
- Square Feet: 2,338
- Sq. Ft. Source: Other
- Year Built: 2002
- Property Condition: Resale
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: None
Lot Features
- Property View: Rural
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.84
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Frontage: City Street
- Street/Road Desc.: Asphalt
- Lot Features: Back Yard
- Fencing (Description): Back Yard, Fenced
Water Features
- Docks: None
Financial Considerations
- Association Fee: $600
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Annually
- Tax Amount: $4,217
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 081C 083
- Lot Number: 83
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Schools
Schools serving 196 Melvin Dr
School District:Jefferson City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Jefferson Academy 99 Dragon Drive, Jefferson, GA 30549 | 3-5 | 0.6 mi |
Jefferson Elementary School 415 Hoschton Street, Jefferson, GA 30549 | PK-2 | 0.7 mi |
Jefferson Middle School 100 Dragon Drive, Jefferson, GA 30549 | 6-8 | 0.4 mi |
Jefferson High School 575 Washington Street, Jefferson, GA 30549 | 9-12 | 0.9 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 196 Melvin Dr
Tax History
Tax History for 196 Melvin Dr
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$4,186
—
$153,000
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2024
$4,203
22%
$153,000
11%
2023
$3,437
-10%
$138,120
18%
2021
$3,814
2%
$117,120
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2022
$3,746
-2%
$117,120
17%
2021
$3,814
6%
$100,320
-2%
2019
$3,605
3%
$101,960
4%
2018
$3,500
1%
$98,280
3%
2017
$3,459
4%
$95,182
4%
2016
$3,329
13%
$91,182
13%
2015
$2,943
2%
$80,382
3%
2014
$2,883
3%
$77,968
—
2013
$2,804
—
$77,968
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196 Melvin Drive, Jefferson, GA 30549 (MLS# 7729063) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 196 Melvin Drive is currently listed for $515,000 and was received on February 25, 2026. Want to learn more about 196 Melvin Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Jefferson? You can browse all Jefferson real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.