2281 Barrett Drive, Cumming, GA 30040

About this home

Welcome to an exceptional opportunity in one of Cumming’s most desirable communities, where privacy, space, and thoughtful updates come together on a rare 1.5-acre homesite. Perfectly positioned in a sought-after neighborhood and served by highly rated Forsyth County Schools, this beautifully updated home offers the ideal blend of comfort, functionality, and lifestyle. From the moment you arrive, you’ll appreciate the peaceful setting and expansive property—1.5 acres in a community setting is an incredibly rare find, providing room to relax, entertain, and enjoy the outdoors with a level of privacy that is hard to come by. Inside, the home has been thoughtfully improved with updates that truly set it apart. One of the standout features is the brand-new finished basement, offering incredible flexibility for today’s lifestyle. Whether you envision a media room, recreation space, home gym, guest retreat, or additional living area, this newly completed space adds both functionality and value. Equally impressive are the completely renovated bathrooms, all thoughtfully redesigned with stylish finishes and modern touches. These fully updated spaces deliver a fresh, move-in-ready feel while elevating everyday living with comfort and sophistication. The home’s spacious layout flows effortlessly, creating inviting spaces for gathering and everyday living alike. Large windows bring in natural light and showcase the beauty of the surrounding property, while the generous outdoor space offers endless possibilities—from entertaining and recreation to simply enjoying the serenity of your own backyard retreat. Located in a welcoming and established community, this home combines neighborhood living with the rare luxury of acreage, all while remaining convenient to shopping, dining, parks, and commuter routes. Opportunities like this are hard to find—a beautifully updated home, a newly finished basement, fully renovated bathrooms, highly regarded Forsyth County Schools, and a rare 1.5-acre lot all within a desirable community setting. This is more than a home—it’s a lifestyle. Schedule your private showing today.

How this list price compares in Cumming

• List price is 8% above the Cumming median list price of $649,000 (1,279 homes).
• Compared with 1,106 single-family homes in Cumming: 2% above the median of $685,650.
• List price per square foot is 12% below the Cumming median of $222/SF.
• All 1,279 homes for sale in Cumming, GA.
• 1,623 homes for sale in Forsyth County.

Figures are list prices from current FMLS IDX inventory (Active, Active Under Contract and Pending), not sales prices or appraisals.

Home facts

Property type

Single-family home

Status

Active

Bedrooms

6

Full baths

4

Living area

3,601 SF

Lot size

1.5 acres

Year built

1997

Levels

Two

Main-level bedrooms

1

Garage spaces

2

Parking

Garage

Basement

Finished, Full

Style

Traditional

Construction

Brick, HardiPlank Type

Roof

Composition

Flooring

Hardwood, Other

Heating

Zoned

Cooling

Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air

Fireplaces

1

Appliances

Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Other

Lot

Back Yard, Cleared, Cul-De-Sac, Private, Other

HOA

$1,500 annually

Annual tax

$6,163 (2025)

County

Forsyth

Assigned schools

• HighForsyth Central
• MiddleHendricks
• ElementaryKelly Mill

As reported in the listing. Verify with the school district.