5040 John Burruss Road, Cumming, GA 30040

About this home

Welcome Home! Estate living designed for those who appreciate privacy, craftsmanship, and an extraordinary setting. As you enter the private gated entrance, you are welcomed by stunning panoramic landscaping and an exceptional custom estate offering a rare combination of privacy, scale, and sophisticated living on approximately 2.26 wooded acres. From the moment you enter the private drive, the property makes an unforgettable impression, with beautifully designed grounds leading to an elegant three-level residence and resort-inspired backyard. Designed for both refined living and effortless entertaining, the home features hardwood floors throughout and an exceptionally versatile floor plan. The main level is anchored by a spacious primary suite, complete with an oversized spa-like bath and serene views of the private backyard estate. The gourmet kitchen overlooks the breakfast and keeping room, where a stone fireplace creates a warm and inviting gathering space. A separate formal dining room and expansive family room provide additional spaces for entertaining and everyday living. Upstairs, three generously sized bedrooms, along with a bonus room, offer flexibility for guests, work-from-home needs, or additional living space. The fully finished terrace level dramatically expands the home's living and entertaining possibilities, featuring a full bath, exercise room, bar area, and flexible bedroom/office space. Whether hosting an evening gathering, enjoying a quiet movie night, or creating a private retreat for guests, this level is designed to adapt to a variety of lifestyles. Outside, the private backyard is truly the centerpiece of the estate. An in-ground gunite pool and spa create a resort-like setting surrounded by mature wooded views and meticulously landscaped grounds. The three-car garage, gated entry, expansive driveway, and beautifully appointed exterior complete the sense of arrival and exclusivity. A remarkable private estate where refined architecture, expansive living spaces, resort-inspired outdoor amenities, and beautifully landscaped grounds blend seamlessly to create a beautiful place to call home. Take advantage of available Seller concessions that may be used toward an interest-rate buydown and/or allowable closing costs and/or fees, subject to lender and loan-program guidelines. Ask for details.

How this list price compares in Cumming

• List price is 93% above the Cumming median list price of $649,000 (1,279 homes).
• Compared with 1,106 single-family homes in Cumming: 82% above the median of $685,650.
• List price per square foot is 8% 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

5

Full baths

4

Half baths

1

Living area

6,089 SF

Lot size

2.26 acres

Year built

2006

Levels

Three Or More

Main-level bedrooms

1

Garage spaces

3

Parking

Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Level Driveway, Parking Pad, Storage

Basement

Exterior Entry, Finished, Finished Bath, Full, Interior Entry, Walk-Out Access

Style

Craftsman, Traditional

Construction

Cement Siding, Stone

Roof

Shingle

Flooring

Carpet, Hardwood, Stone, Tile

Heating

Propane

Cooling

Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air

Fireplaces

2

Appliances

Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Washer

Pool

Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Salt Water

Lot

Front Yard, Landscaped, Level, Private, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear

HOA

No

Annual tax

$7,860 (2025)

County

Forsyth

Assigned schools

• HighNorth Forsyth
• MiddleLiberty - Forsyth
• ElementaryMatt

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