8568 Canal Drive

Jonesboro, GA
$ 929,500 Beds 5 Baths 4
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Imagine spending your days lounging by the pool, then strolling to your private dock for an evening cruise on the lake, a jet ski ride at sunset, or a day of fishing, wakeboarding, and watersports right from your own backyard. Situated less than 30 minutes from downtown Atlanta and the Atlanta Airport, this canal-front property sits on a 1.24-acre wooded cul-de-sac lot featuring an integrated irrigation system and pool. The interior offers an open floor plan with front and rear staircases, starting with a 2-story foyer that showcases custom marble floors and dentil crown molding. The main level includes formal dining, a bright breakfast room, and a master suite complete with fresh paint, an oversized shower, and a jetted garden tub. Upstairs, you'll find a dedicated home office and a massive bonus room providing flexible space for a fifth bedroom, a billiards room, or a secondary office. Additional interior features include extensive indoor storage, an oversized 24' x 24' garage, two fireplaces, a central vacuum system, a wet bar, and sunroom. Outside, the property has a private 2-boat slip, a 20' x 40' inground pool, a floral garden with pergola, and a dedicated firepit area. Neighborhood residents also have immediate access to nearby park trails, a fitness center, pickleball courts, and a playground. Imagine boating, fishing, skiing, wakeboarding, and more on a PRIVATE lake, all just steps from your back door!

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  • Price
  • $ 929,500
  • City
  • Jonesboro
  • Bedrooms
  • 5
  • Full Bathrooms
  • 4
  • County
  • Clayton
  • Half Bathrooms
  • 0
  • Area
  • Lot Size
  • 1.24 Acres
  • Zip
  • 30236
  • Year Built
  • 1988
  • Taxes
  • $ 14334
  • Style
  • Traditional
  • MLS#
  • 7789386
Listed By: Keller Williams Realty ATL Part - 678-628-9492.
Data Source: First Multiple Listing Services (FMLS)

Features

General

Sewer Septic Tank
Heating Natural Gas,Central,Zoned
Cooling Ceiling Fan(s),Central Air,Zoned
Utilities Electricity Available,Natural Gas Available,Water Available
Roof Composition
Appliances Gas Water Heater,Dishwasher,Disposal,Microwave,Refrigerator
HOA Fee 250
Garage Spaces 2
Association Fee Includes Reserve Fund
Patio/Porch Features Deck,Patio
Architectural Style Traditional
Pool Features In Ground,Vinyl
Security Features Smoke Detector(s),Security System Owned
Construction Materials Brick,Brick 4 Sides
Year Built 1988
Electric None
View Lake,Water
Levels Two
Property Subtype Single Family Residence
Tax Year 2024
Ownership Fee Simple
Parcel Number 12012C C009
Waterfront Features Canal Front,Waterfront
Community Features Lake,Marina,Boating,Powered Boats Allowed,Homeowners Assoc
Accessibility None
HOA Fee 2 850
Assoc Fee Paid Per Annually
County Clayton - GA
Property Type Residential
HOA true
Energy Efficient Windows
Subdivision Name Forest Estates-Lake Spivey
Green Energy Generation None
Other Structures None
Full Baths 4
Status Active
Directions Use GPS.
High School Jonesboro
City Jonesboro
Body of Water Spivey
Spa Features None
HOA Fee 2 Frequency Annually
Elementary School Arnold
Property Attached Y/N false
Land Lease Y/N false
Tax Annual Amount 14334
Home Warranty Y/N false
Middle/Junior High School M.D. Roberts
Property Condition Resale
Standard Status Active
Tax Lot X
Freehold IDX
Corporate Owner None

Interior Features

Interior Amenities Central Vacuum,Bookcases,Double Vanity,Walk-In Closet(s),Wet Bar,Entrance Foyer
Basement Crawl Space
Flooring Hardwood,Carpet,Other,Ceramic Tile
Total Fireplaces 2
Fireplace Features Family Room,Master Bedroom,Gas Starter,Masonry,Wood Burning Stove
Common Walls No Common Walls
Window Features Double Pane Windows,Bay Window(s),Insulated Windows
Above Grade Finished Area 5400
Laundry Features In Hall
Total Bedrooms 5
Room Type Bonus Room,Loft,Office,Sun Room
Main Level Bedrooms 1
Main Level Bathrooms 2
Kitchen Features Breakfast Bar,Breakfast Room,Kitchen Island,Eat-in Kitchen
Total Baths 4
RoomBedroomFeatures Master on Main
Primary Bathroom Features Double Vanity,Soaking Tub,Separate Tub/Shower,Whirlpool Tub
Dining Room Features Separate Dining Room

Exterior Features

Exterior Amenities Other
Fencing Back Yard
Parking Features Garage,Kitchen Level
Lot Features Cul-De-Sac
Water Source Public
Total Parking 6
Foundation Details Slab
Building Area Total 5400
Lot Size Acres 1.24
Road Surface Type Asphalt
Lot Size Source Other
Road Frontage Type Other
Other Equipment None
Horse Amenities None

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

Affordability Calculator

$3,786

Per Month

Based on the average sale price from the Decatur, GA office

  • Monthly Principal & interest $2,658
  • Monthly Property Taxes $1,062
  • Monthly Home Insurance $67
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Schools

Elementary School Arnold Elementary School
Middle School M.D. Roberts Middle School
High School Jonesboro High School

Price History

6/16/2026 Listed $975,000
7/17/2026 3% - $949,500
8/14/2026 2% - $929,500

Property vs Zip Code Average in 30236

Statistics provided by Kunversion

Price
AVG $340K
$930K
Taxes
AVG $4,908
$14,334
Year Built
AVG 1982
1988

8568 Canal Drive Jonesboro, GA is a Single Family Home for sale at $929500 and a lot size of 1.24 Acres Acre(s). 8568 Canal Drive Jonesboro has 5 bedrooms, 4 baths and was built in 1988. The property's zip code is 30236 which is in Jonesboro, GA

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