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174 Cherry Street

Commerce, GA 30529

$765,000 $3,225/Mo

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Overview

Bed

Bath

4,500

Sqft

0.90

Acre(Lot)

Description

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. Wi th modern updates, many original details, and a beautiful pool, the next caretaker can easily transition into carrying on the homes 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 youll find the kitchen and walk-in pantry. The natural beauty of the property is further enhanced by the newly added hardscaping by Smith Planning Group, perennial plantings, irrigation system, and pool. A wrap-around porch provides the perfect perch for enjoying the homes 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 familys 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.

Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $765,000

AD Id : 76062180

MLS Id : 10707864

Beds : 5

Lot Size : 0.90 Acre

Living Area Size : 4,500

Year Built : 1840

County : Jackson

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Features

Bedroom Information

Total Bedrooms: 5 Bedrooms On Upper Level: 4 Bedrooms On Lower Level: 0 Main Bedrooms: 1 Room Type: Other Window Features: Storm Window(s)

Bathroom Information

Total Baths: 3 Full Baths: 3 Half Baths: 0 Full Baths Main: 2 Baths Full Lower: 0 Baths Full Upper: 1

Water/Sewer

Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer
Interior Features

High Ceilings,Split Foyer,Two Story Foyer Flooring: Hardwood

Appliances

Dishwasher,Microwave,Refrigerator

Utilities

Other
Cooling Features

Central Air,Electric

Energy

Green Energy: Thermostat

Heating Source

Central

Fireplace

Number of Fireplaces: 0 Fireplace Features: Other

Building Information

Built Year: 1840 Roof Type: Composition Basement: Crawl Space Levels: Two Property Age: 186
Laundry Features

Other

Patio And Porch

Patio,Porch

Construction Materials

Wood Siding

Property Condition

Resale

Lot Information

Lot Size (Acr): 0.9 Lot Size Source: Public Records Lot Features: Level
Property Information

Property Type: Residential Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence Structure Type: House Subdivision: None City: Commerce State: GA Directions: 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. Property Status: Active

Listing Price Information

Original List Price: $765,000

Tax Information

Annual Tax: $4849 Tax Year: 2024 Tax Lot: 2
Home Warranty

Home Warranty Paid: No

Parking Information

Parking: 0 Parking Features: Off Street
Homeowners Association Information

Association: No Annual Association Fee: 0 Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees: 0 Association Fee Includes: None Community Features: Sidewalks,Walk To Shopping

School Information

Elementary School: Commerce High School: Commerce Middle School: Commerce Source Neighborhood: None

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ByOwner last updated this listing 06/05/2026 @ 04:43

MLS: 10707864 LISTED BY: Jarrett Martin, Corcoran Classic Living 706-559-4520 SOURCE: Georgia MLS