c.1900 Beautiful Georgia Home For Sale Under $190K
OHU50K Notes $189,900
What a beautiful Georgia home for sale! Love the wrap-around porch complete with porch swing. Then we find a wide central hall, two brick fireplaces, hardwood floors, French doors and built-ins. Three bedrooms, 1.5 baths, formal dining room, and detached carport are additional details.
Realtor Comments
~ CHARMING TERRELL COUNTY VICTORIAN HOME ~ BEAUTIFUL ROCKING CHAIR FRONT PORCH ~ MOVE IN READY & IMMACULATE ~ 7 FIREPLACES ~ GORGEOUS HARDWOOD FLOORS WITH CUSTOM INLAY THROUGHOUT ~ GORGEOUS YARD ~ This Victorian 3-bedroom 1.5 bath home has 2843 sqft and sits on a lush .81 Acre lot! After obsessing over the front porch, walk into the Grand Great Room to find hardwood floors, fireplace and loads of windows that let the natural light pour in! Totally updated kitchen complete with updated cabinets and countertops, tile backsplash, pantry, stainless appliances, breakfast area and window over the sink! Formal dining room with entrances from the kitchen and the living room – this space is perfect for all of your entertaining and special occasions! A separate den area is ideal for watching movies and is the center of the house! The primary bedroom is spacious and has access to the full bathroom! The two additional bedrooms are extra-large and have access to the half bathroom! The full bathroom has been redone with a new tiled shower, flooring, sink and lighting and even has a fireplace! Amazing Sunroom that is filled with windows and can be accessed through a bedroom or the front porch! Great size laundry room/ Mudroom with additional storage! .81 Acre lot is enough land for privacy and even a garden if desired! The yard is awesome and features a carport/storage shed, plush landscaping and fenced yard! A serene covered back porch which is the picture-perfect backdrop to drink your morning coffee! Water heater is 3 years old! Termite bond with Adams! A lot of the plumbing and electrical is redone including a new breaker box is 2018! The HVAC was replaced in 2016! This home is CHARMING inside and out! Excellent location close to the schools, shopping and dining in Dawson and only 15 mins to Albany! This home is your dream come true!
- 3 bed
- 1.5 bath
- Build date 1900
526 7th Ave NE, Dawson, GA 39842 $189,900
- Contact Realtor: Amanda Wiley & Kyla Standring TEAM
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- Niche
Pros
1. Very Affordable Cost of Living & Housing
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Overall cost of living is about 26–28% below the U.S. average
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Housing costs are 50–60% cheaper: median home value ~$90 K–$216 K, median rent ~$658–728/month .
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Utility, grocery, and healthcare expenses are also notably lower
2. Tight-Knit, Rural-Small Town Vibe
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Dawson is praised for a close community and friendly vibes
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BestPlaces reviews highlight family-friendly charm:
“Dawson is a great place to live, especially for families… people are friendly.”
3. Short Commutes
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Average commute is low, with a high share of residents driving short distances
4. Weather & Outdoor Atmosphere
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Weather scores well (Niche “A‑”) for enjoying mild seasons and rural outdoors
5. Historic Ambiance & Some Amenities
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Historic downtown, murals, courthouse, Carnegie Library, plus trails, a local theater, and proximity to Albany
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Region supports local library (Chestatee system) and cultural spaces
Cons
1. Crime & Safety Concerns
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Crime statistics are mixed: overall rate is about average nationally but higher compared to similar towns
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NeighborhoodScout flags elevated violent crime (1 in 300 chance)
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AreaVibes rates safety poorly
2. Weak Job Market & Low Incomes
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Median household income is low (~$29 K–32 K), ~40% below state average
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Employment is rated poorly (“F” on AreaVibes, C‑ on Niche)
3. Poor School Performance
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Local public schools receive low scores (graduation ~70%, test proficiency ~22%) .
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Presence of a segregation academy reflects deeper school district issues
4. Sparse Amenities & Health Services
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Not many hospitals, clinics, grocery stores, or entertainment venues
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Health & Fitness rating is low
5. Limited Diversity Beyond Majorities
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Demographics are ~82% Black, ~14% White; lacking broader diversity
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Niche grades diversity only a “B‑”.
Summary
Dawson, GA offers inexpensive living, a warm close-knit community, historic charm, and enjoyable weather/commutes—great for families or retirees seeking a calm rural base.
However, challenges include higher-than-ideal crime levels, low income levels, a struggling job market, underperforming local public schools, and limited amenities or healthcare infrastructure.
