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5680 Lake Forrest Drive, Sandy Springs, GA 30342

$1,395,000

Property Description

Private Sandy Springs Estate on Nearly One Acre | Approved Expansion Potential | Minutes from Chastain Park Set behind a canopy of mature hardwoods on one private acre, this exceptional Chatham-built residence offers a rare combination of privacy, craftsmanship, and future potential along prestigious Lake Forrest Drive. Just minutes from Chastain Park, Buckhead, City Springs, premier dining, shopping, top-rated schools, and major business centers, the location balances tranquility with everyday convenience. Offering more than 5,200 square feet, the home features walnut hardwood floors, powered skylights, Kohler fixtures, and a thoughtfully designed floor plan where every bedroom enjoys its own ensuite bath. Expansive living spaces flow into a light-filled sunroom overlooking the fully fenced backyard and the maintained wooded grounds. The terrace level includes a private-entry guest or in-law suite, ideal for multigenerational living, extended guests, a home office retreat, or supplemental income opportunities. A standout feature of the property is its approved expansion potential. The City of Sandy Springs has approved plans to build upward, providing a rare opportunity to significantly expand the residence while preserving the character and privacy of this estate-sized homesite. Additional highlights include an oversized two-car garage, abundant storage, original and updated surveys, extensive drainage improvements. Properties offering this combination of nearly one acre, established privacy, quality construction, guest accommodations, and approved expansion potential are increasingly difficult to find inside the perimeter. Whether enjoyed as it stands today or enhanced into a larger custom estate, this is a rare opportunity in one of Sandy Springs' most desirable luxury corridors.

5680 Lake Forrest Drive | MLS# 10782428

This single family home located at 5680 Lake Forrest Drive, Sandy Springs, GA 30342 is currently listed for sale with an asking price of $1,395,000. This property was built in 1963 and has 4 bedrooms and 4 full and 1 partial baths with 4280 sq. ft. Lake Forrest Drive is located in the MARCHMAN ESTATES subdivision. Search MARCHMAN ESTATES real estate on www.watsonrealtycorp.com today.

Property Features

Property Type: Residential - Single Family
Basement: Partial
Basement: Yes
Cooling: Central Air
Fenced: Yes
Fireplaces: 1
Garage: 4
Heating: Central
Home Style: Ranch
Lot Size: 0.99 Acres
Roof Type: Composition
Stories: 1.0
Taxes: $7,464
Year Built: 1963
Square Feet: 4,280

Feature Descriptions

Additional Rooms: Den, Laundry, Sun Room, Other
Amenities: Park
Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
Exterior: Brick
Exterior: Garden
Fencing: Fenced, Back Yard
Fireplace Type: Gas Log, Living Room
Flooring: Hardwood
Foundation: Slab
Interior: Double Vanity, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Kitchen: Kitchen Island, Breakfast Bar
Parking Notes: Garage
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s), Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Sewer: Public Sewer
Topography: Level, Private
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Vegetation: Wooded
Water: Public

Local Schools

High School: Riverwood
Middle School: Holcomb Bridge
Elementary School: Heards Ferry

Listed By / Shown By

Listed By

Agency Name: Bolst, Inc.
Agency Phone: 404-482-2293

Shown By

Agency Title: Watson Realty Corp., REALTORS ®
Agency Phone: (866) 243-8193

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$ 8,060.75 per month $7,031.88 Principal & Interest $622.00 Property Tax $406.88 Homeowner's Insurance

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