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- Price$5,500
- Beds3
- Baths2
- SQ. Feet2,150
- Acres0.49
- Built1972
8885 Bay Drive, Gainesville
Welcome to lakeside living at its finest! This fully renovated home sits on the Forsyth County side of Gainesville, just minutes from GA 400, perfect for convenient commuting while enjoying the serenity of Lake Lanier. The home offers deep water access (no matter how much rain we get) and a NEW double-slip, party dock for endless lake adventures. Inside, you'll find a thoughtfully designed kitchen overlooking the year round lake views from the framless corner picture window. Additional features include a Sub-Zero refrigerator, Bosch dishwasher, and a walnut island providing ample space for culinary creativity. The home includes two spacious living areas, four bedrooms and two full bathrooms, offering plenty of room to relax or entertain. A 2-car enclosed garage (with a second refridgerator), plus a covered carport, and a generous driveway allow for ample parking and storage options. Enjoy your morning coffee or evening sunsets from the screened-in porch with wall-mounted heaters, overlooking the fenced, turf backyard, complete with a gentle, level path leading straight to the dock (with golf cart permit). This property also features a whole-house water filtration system, as well as an irrigation system, ensuring comfort and convenience, inside and out. And for the green thumb, this home is truly a gardener's dream with a thriving vegetable and herb garden just steps from the kitchen. This Lake Lanier retreat blends comfort, high design, and the outdoor lifestyle you've been dreaming of, all in one incredible location.
Essential Information
- MLS® #10640048
- Price$5,500
- Bedrooms3
- Bathrooms2.00
- Full Baths2
- Square Footage2,150
- Acres0.49
- Year Built1972
- TypeResidential Lease
- Sub-TypeSingle Family Residence
- StyleContemporary
- StatusActive
Amenities
- UtilitiesCable Available, Electricity Available, High Speed Internet, Phone Available, Propane, Underground Utilities, Water Available
- Parking Spaces2
- ParkingCarport, Detached, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Parking Pad, Side/Rear Entrance
- ViewLake
- Is WaterfrontYes
- WaterfrontLake, Lake Access, Deep Water Access
Exterior
- Exterior FeaturesGarden, Sprinkler System
- Lot DescriptionOther
- WindowsDouble Pane Windows
- RoofOther
- ConstructionBlock, Wood Siding
Additional Information
- Days on Market31
Community Information
- Address8885 Bay Drive
- SubdivisionChestatee Bay
- CityGainesville
- CountyForsyth
- StateGA
- Zip Code30506
Interior
- Interior FeaturesBookcases, High Ceilings, Pulldown Attic Stairs, Split Bedroom Plan
- AppliancesDishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer
- HeatingHeat Pump
- CoolingCeiling Fan(s), Central Air, Heat Pump
- FireplaceYes
- # of Fireplaces1
- FireplacesFamily Room, Gas Log, Gas Starter, Basement, Masonry
- StoriesThree Or More
School Information
- ElementaryChestatee Primary
- MiddleLittle Mill
- HighEast Forsyth
Listing Details
- Listing Provided Courtesy Of Ansley Re|christie's Int'l Re
Price Change History for 8885 Bay Drive, Gainesville, GA (MLS® #10640048)
| Date | Details | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Active | – | – | |
| Price Change | – | – | |
| Price Reduced (from $6,700) | $5,500 | $1,200 (17.91%) | |
| Active (from New) | – | – |
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Listing information last updated on December 18th, 2025 at 3:01pm CST.

































