Welcome to 1701 Driftwood Place in Snellville, Georgia, a home filled with character, inviting living spaces, and exceptional outdoor appeal in an established setting surrounded by mature trees and landscaping. From the covered front porch and whitewashed brick exterior to the thoughtfully designed interior, this home offers the warmth and personality buyers often look for but rarely find in newer construction. Inside, luxury vinyl plank flooring, detailed trim, rich wood doors, and spacious gathering areas create a comfortable, well-finished feel. The kitchen features generous cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a large center island, recessed lighting, and easy access to the dining and living areas. The home offers multiple spaces to relax and entertain, including a welcoming living room, a separate fireside family room with built-in cabinetry, and an expansive all-season room lined with windows overlooking the beautifully landscaped backyard. The remodeled hall bath and other recent improvements add function while preserving the home's established character. Step outside and the property becomes something truly special. Mature trees, flowering plants, winding garden paths, stonework, a footbridge, deck, patio areas, firepit, and storage shed combine to create a private backyard retreat with multiple places to gather, garden, entertain, or simply enjoy the outdoors. The heavily wooded surroundings provide a sense of privacy that is increasingly difficult to find. Recent improvements include a new HVAC system in 2026, replacement furnace, upgraded attic insulation, crawl-space vapor barrier, remodeled hall bath, updated den flooring, new front door, and exterior improvements including whitewashed brick, new shutters, and professionally painted exterior wood. Located in Snellville, GA 30078, the home offers convenient access to shopping, restaurants, medical services, parks, and recreation. For buyers searching for a Snellville home with a private backyard, mature landscaping, outdoor entertaining spaces, multiple living areas, updated systems, all-season room, fireplace, LVP flooring, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and an established Gwinnett County location, 1701 Driftwood Place offers a combination that is becoming harder to duplicate. Come for the location. Stay for the gardens, privacy, and unmistakable character that make this home feel like home.
| MLS # | 10813771 |
|---|---|
| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | House |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Active |
| Year | 1974 |
| Days On Site | 29 |
| Listing Provided By | Heartland Real Estate | Karren Amidon |
| Bed(s) | 4 |
|---|---|
| Bath(s) | 3 Total |
| SQ Feet | 2,136 |
| Basement | Y |
| Acreage | 0.55 |
| Property View | Yes |
| Appliances | Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Stainless Steel Appliance(s) |
|---|---|
| Interior Features | Bookcases, Double Vanity, Tile Bath, Walk-In Closet(s) |
| Cooling | Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air |
| Cooling Yes / No | Yes |
| Heating | Other |
| Heating Yes / No | Yes |
| Fireplace Yes / No | Yes |
| Fireplaces Total | 1 |
| Fireplace Features | Family Room, Masonry |
| Room Kitchen Features | Kitchen Island, Pantry, Solid Surface Counters |
| Room Dining Room Features | Separate Room |
| Laundry Features | Other |
| Exterior Features | Garden, Sprinkler System |
|---|---|
| Lot Features | Level, Private |
| Construction Materials | Brick, Wood Siding |
| Roof | Other |
| Fencing | Back Yard, Fenced, Wood |
| Foundation Details | Block |
| Patio And Porch Features | Deck, Patio |
| Security Features | Smoke Detector(s) |
| Attached Garage Yes / No | No |
|---|---|
| Garage Yes / No | Yes |
| Parking Features | Garage, Garage Door Opener, Side/Rear Entrance |
| Utilities | Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Water Available |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Septic Tank |
| Tax Annual Amount | 1309 |
|---|---|
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| Community Features | None |
|---|
| State | GA |
|---|---|
| County | Gwinnett |
| City | Snellville |
| Zip Code | 30078 |
| Area | Gwinnett |
| Community Name | Snellville North |
| School District | Grayson |
| Elementary School | Pharr |
| High School | Grayson |
| Listing VS Median (in Snellville North) | |
Price: $425,000 low | high Med: $365,000 sqft: 2,136 low | high Med: 1,793 $ / sqft: $199 low | high Med: $204 On site: 29 low | high Med: 61 | |
| State | GA |
|---|---|
| County | Gwinnett |
| City | Snellville |
| Zip Code | 30078 |
| Area | Gwinnett |
| Community Name | Snellville North |
| School District | Grayson |
| Elementary School | Pharr |
| High School | Grayson |
| Listing VS Median (in Snellville North) | |
Price: $425,000 low | high Med: $365,000 sqft: 2,136 low | high Med: 1,793 $ / sqft: $199 low | high Med: $204 On site: 29 low | high Med: 61 | |